RIP SkullCandy Headphones

In my previous posts on the subject, I have compared headphones to boyfriends. This metaphor lives on.

Crappy headphones are easy to come by. 

Great, even wonderful headphones tend to be few and far between [Bloggers Note: This also applies to boyfriends.]

For example, take the pink skullcandy TI’s that have recently passed (RIP). After these pink beauties moved on to that “better place” where many of our gadgets are sent, I realized something.

It’s time to buy a new pair and not feel guilty about it! So I rallied up the tech recessionista in myself and picked out a pair that won’t break the bank, and will allow you to still get your hair colored this month. 

The result? Zumreed Dream Color Headphones. $59.99. These < $100 babies fulfilled what I was really looking for: 

1) Size: I do not want to look like a martian, or a boy.

2) Color: I am a girl and would like them to at least be acceptable to wear in public.

3) Comfort: Please do not smash my head.

4) Sound: Please sound halfway decent and block out all the people around me.

With my new Zumreed Headphones

In the end, all of these things + additional points on the cool factor scale were added because they shipped from Japan. bonus. 

If you really don’t believe me… believe the pop stars from Japan… via the YouTube video below. 

Other Great Headphone options for Geek Chic: 

1) Zumreed Headphones in Gold & Silver via Urban Outfitters

2) Aerial 7 Headphones – Tank in Azzurro via Aerial7.

You know it, buying things for your iPod never really gets old. So, I’ve found a few new accessories that are a bit more than the iPod sock case or a car transmitter.

Multiple people have created lists on Amazon to help get others “set up” with the good stuff via Amazon. This guy has a guide for those on a budget, and this guy who would like to help you “get started” with a video iPod.

Angel/Devil headphones... because you know they're always influencing you anyway.

There will always be some weird stuff out there for gadgets- take the Top 10 Strangest iPod accessories- including the iPod boxers, iPod thong, iPod wallet, and just more strange things, like the iBreath breathalyzer, that will recommend music based on your BAC.

On the more pratical side…. Music in the bathroom is awesome. However, finding waterproof speaker docks isn’t always so awesome. I found the coolest raindrop shaped speaker via Gizmine- and it comes in multiple colors. But the best part about it is that your iPod is housed safely inside. Here’s another example from Pioneer.

As mentioned before, expressing yourself via your iPod accessories is really the only way to go these days. My roommate sent me these angel/devil headphones (variety of colors) because she knew that I fight with these two on a daily basis…

In the spirit of March Madness, buy the iBracket application for $.99 via Apptism and import your brackets from Yahoo!, ESPN, or CBS Sports– and the brackets will automatically update based on game scores. If you’re one of those crazy people who run multiple brackets, the app supports that too.

Finding headphones is a little frustrating.

The only comparison I can make between the number of headphones/earbuds I have been through is to boyfriends. Some relationships ended with an upgrade at the end, and others ended a bit more tragically (take for example the death of my SkullCandy TI’s on Friday).

As of late, the boyfriend side is going well (2/14 update), but the headphone side is lacking. Hopefully the past doesn’t dictate the future…

Therefore, I’ve been updating all of my communications outlets, looking for advice, as well as searching through bestseller lists and reviews on Amazon. It’s really frustrating, because where can you really “test drive” headphones (bose doesn’t count in this category).

Seriously though, I’ve been having trouble in this aspect of my techy life (see chart.)

Why is it that the cheapest pair of headphones are the only ones surviving!?

So, what I’m really looking for is some help. I’m evaluating Shure’s headphone options, but can’t seem to decide on anything yet. So, this mission, should (I) choose to accept it, is to find a pair of headphones.

It’s been over a year since I wrote this post on extending your personality onto your personal device, and showcasing my love for gelaskins.

However, since then, more options have been popping up all over the ‘net, even at urban outfitters.

The artist series of laptop skins, now available at UO, also includes iPod skins, like this cool boombox one.

Or, if you’re looking for something more tile-ish (get it, stylish), check out these cool designs.

Those looking to go “Green” can choose from these tree laptop covers.

However, my favorites include the frozen light, vintage wallpaper, paisley, and typography.

Since all of these skins can only be used once, some may want another option- a reusable skin. The only reusable skin I’ve found are from Skyn, but they are also $40-50.

If you’re not interested in the skin variety, my other favorite new find is customizable headphones from iFrogz (weird name, cool designs). You can choose the main color, accent color, and, of course, the pattern.

Or… if you LIKE headphones but aren’t interested in wearing them on your ears, you can always buy these headphone speakers from Urban Outfitters ($40).

They’re almost as good as this mix tape usb flash drive. old school.