Every week, I spend my evening approaching people and discussing Sony products at the Tech Connection, which is a division of the campus book store. It’s a great opportunity to directly address people’s needs. I’ve found that most people shopping at Tech Connection are interested in smaller ticket items, like headphones. So here is my all-purpose headphone guide to address whatever it is that you’re looking for!
1.) The “I HATE when my earbuds fall out!”
PIIQ Clip-on Earbuds
Here’s the solution – get earbuds that clip on to your earlobe!
2.) The “I just want comfortable over the ear headphones”
PIIQ Smooth Headphones
PIIQ Smooth Headphones are an affordable way to get your music fix in comfort.
3.) The “Quality is the most important”
Studio Monitor Series Headphones
One of my coworkers (the Dell rep) at Tech Connection requested I find a way to get these for him on the cheap. They’re of excellent quality for the price, which is still under $100.
4.) The “I want noise-cancelling headphones”
Noise Cancelling Headphones
Sony has everything from earbuds to headphones, at a wide range of prices. If you want noise-cancelling headphones, Sony has a solution to fit your lifestyle.
5.) The “I need earbuds now!”
PIIQ Earbuds
Alright, alright. You just want standard headphones. You can’t go wrong with PIIQ Earbuds.
All headphones/earbuds listed are under $100 (most under $50) and are available at the Sony Education Store: http://www.sony.com/uiowa. Most are on sale as of 4/19! Plus, free shipping for purchases under $25.
What about workout/athletic headphones?
Good question! I would recommend either the aforementioned clip-on headphones or, if you’re willing to spend a little more money, the Sony Walkman W (https://store.sony.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=8198552921666364237). The Walkman W stores between 2-4GB of music depending on which one you’re interested in and has controls you can operate while wearing it.