Apple Remote and Earbuds for iPod White
Apple Remote and Earbuds for iPod White
Listening to your iPod on the go is even more convenient with this wired remote and high-quality earphones set. Compatible with all iPod models except iPod with video, iPod nano and iPod shuffle. The earbud-style headphones rely on Neodymium transducers, a rare earth magnet that significantly enhances frequency response and overall sound quality – in fact, five times as powerful as other headphones that use aluminum, cobalt, or ceramic drivers. The wired remote lets you fast forward, rewind, play/pause, and control the volume with four simple buttons. The Hold switch allows you to lock your iPod remote so buttons can’t be pressed accidentally. Clip the remote to your lapel, shirt, or collar for easy access.
User Ratings and Reviews
4 Stars Convenient but not perfect
(I’ve heard a bunch of mixed opinions on the earbuds… they fit some people better than others. I’ve never had a problem with them and use them regularly while riding the train and working out at the gym. My reason for writing this review is to address the remote.)
What I like: Keeping my iPod tucked in my computer bag as I ride the train, with only the remote controller out. iPod thefts are a common crime where I live, and keeping it out of sight is at least one protective measure you can take. I can control the volume and playback very nicely and when I’m done, I turn off the iPod with the controller and tuck the earbuds in a side pocket. Very convenient. And as I mentioned above, the earbuds are fine for me. I’m not entirely too gentle with them so getting an extra set of them with the remote is OK. 
What I don’t like: As others have mentioned, the cable covering that protects the wiring as it connects to the part you plug into your iPod is not very sturdy. As the cable twists and moves about during normal jostling and shuffling about (even in a bag), that cable covering works loose eventually, exposing the wiring. And if the wiring in turn gets twisted, it definitely impacts playback quality. Typically I’ll have diminished or crackling sound in one earbud or the other. If I twist the cable and/or push the covering back down (and this is difficult), it will be OK for a while. I’ve resorted to awkwardly wrapping that part with electrician’s tape but it’s only a stopgap measure. Hence I’m now buying my third remote. I’m probably going to try to secure it right from the go, to prolong the life of the remote, but I figure I’ll be back here buying another one in a year or so.
The bottom line: It’s convenient but not perfect. If you don’t mind fumbling with the iPod as you listen on the go, you don’t need this product. If you do buy it, treat the cable carefully and be aware that the covering will probably separate from the connector at some point. Hope that’s helpful!
2 Stars not was it’s supposed to be
i have an ipod video, 30g, and these do not work with it. only the really old models have that extra little port near the headphone jack and without it the remote is useless. the only bonus is that i got another pair of apple headphones for about eight bucks. i bought these to use with a wired backpack and since they dont do what they say im still on the market.
4 Stars Great Product but 45 bucks?!
I love this remote, I can keep my ipod in my pocket while on the train and control my music, the wire is a bit long especially when coupled with the earphones but, eh, not really a big deal. Why on earth is this thing 45 bucks?! I got this with my ipod, it came in the box. Nice product but I definitely wouldn’t pay 50 dollars for it. 
2 Stars Remote Control for the fourth’s Ipod generation
The romote control is very convenient to control the ipod. It allow to the control the ipod when the click whell is locked or not. But be carefull not to break the clip, it dosen’t look solid.
1 Star too bad
The description didn’t mention this unit wasn’t compatible with iTouch 1st generation. Don’t waste money!
