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    Headphones

    Audio-Technica ATH-Sport 50BT headphone

    Portable Bluetooth wireless isolating ear-insert sports earphones that come with four pairs of isolating ear pieces in various sizes, three pair of non-isolating ear pieces in various sizes, a USB charging cable, and a carrying bag.

    About

    The Audio-Technica ATH-Sport 50BT portable Bluetooth wireless sports earphones have an isolating ear-insert design. These earphones are intended for use with Bluetooth enabled audio devices including cell phones and have a reception range of around 33 feet. They have a built-in microphone and integrated music player function and call connect/disconnect controls. The ATH-Sport 50BT is claimed by the manufacturer to be water resistant and comes with four pairs of isolating ear pieces in various sizes, three pair of non-isolating ear pieces in various sizes, a USB charging cable, and a carrying bag. It is covered by a 24-month warranty.

    Connections

    Plug type Plug type The type of connection at the end of the audio cord, which will be plugged into the source component. Most have 1/8-inch standard (3-contact) "mini" jacks that fit portable devices. Models intended for use with newer iPod, iPhone, and some Blackberry smartphones, that have integrated microphones, audio player controls, and call connect/disconnect controls use a 1/8-inch 4-conductor mini jack. The audio function of models with 4-conductor mini jacks may not work properly or consistently with non-iPod/iPhone devices.
    None

    Features

    Integrated microphone Integrated microphone Has an integrated microphone for use with some cell phones or audio players with a recorder function.
    Yes
    Call connect/disconnect control Call connect/disconnect control This allows you to answer or disconnect from a phone call with some cell phones.
    Yes
    Integrated volume control Integrated volume control This allows you to adjust the volume without having to dig into your pocket or purse for a player.
    Yes
    Integrated function control Integrated function control This allows you to control some player functions (for example: play, pause, track skip) via a control without having to dig into a pocket or purse for a player.
    Yes
    Warranty: parts, labor (mos.) Warranty: parts, labor Warranty (parts/labor, mo.) indicates the length of the manufacturer's warranty for parts and labor, in months.
    24/24
    Additional features Additional features Additional features for this model.
    2.4 GHz transmission frequency, Bluetooth wireless, around 33 ft. operating range. Operates up to 6 hrs. on built-in rechargeable Lithium-Polymer batteries with a charge time of 3 hrs. Has headset power indicator, headset auto power off function, low battery indicator, and battery recharge indicator. Has power on/off tone alerts. Bluetooth connected Apple mobile devices using iOS Version 5 and above will show the battery level. Manufacturer claims water resistance.
    Included accessories Included accessories Indicates what additional accessories are included.
    Four pairs of isolating ear pieces in various sizes, three pair of non-isolating ear pieces in various sizes, USB charging cable, carrying bag.

    Specs

    Cord length (in.) Cord length Cord lengths indicates the approximate length of the cord from the headset or earpiece to the plug, measured in inches.
    N/A
    Weight (oz.) Weight Reflects the weight, in ounces, of the headphones including the audio cable and batteries, if any.
    0.88