Philips TV & Sound launches new sports headphones
Philips TV & Sound launches new sports headphones
From editor 1 month ago
Four new models appear in the first half of 2021
Philips TV & Sound is launching more new sports headphones that are said to be comfortable to wear, extra durable, sound good and have new features for better safety and hygiene.
Overview (manufacturer details):
- New Philips sports headphone range launches with four products from April 2021
- Wide range of different variants for all sports – neckband, on-ear and true wireless
- New flagship, A7306 True Wireless headphones combine heart rate monitoring and UV purification
- Exceptionally secure fit and comfortable fit on all models
Additional interchangeable wing-tips or ear-hooks included with A7306 and A3206 models - Model A6606 Wireless Neckband with Bone Conduction Vibration (bone sound headphones) for better perception of
environmental noise and excellent sound - Integrated LEDs (A6606) provide extra safety when exercising in dark environments
- Rugged design – all new models are dust and sweat proof. The A7306, A3206 and A6606 models are additionally waterproof up to 30 minutes at a depth of one meter, ensuring long and reliable operation during all activities
- Unique, gel-filled on-ear pads for cooling comfort on the A4216
- Bluetooth 5.0 with auto-detection of Bluetooth devices and smart pairing
- Fast charging combined with long battery life for enduring workouts
Whether enjoying music while running, cycling, working out at the gym, doing yoga exercises at home or simply having fun outdoors, a model of Philips wireless sports headphones always wants to perfectly match the activity and personal preference.
As wireless sports headphones, they should be designed to fit reliably in or on the ear, be especially comfortable and sound very good. All models are dustproof and sweat-proof – some models are even waterproof – to function safely and for a long time. There are also numerous innovative features such as pulse measurement, bone sound transmission and cleaning via UV light.
For better visibility in dark environments, the sports headphones feature reflective strips and integrated LEDs (A6606). In addition, operation is said to be particularly easy and intuitive, as the headphones respond to light taps.
Philips A7306 Sports True Wireless (TWS) in-ear headphones
Color: Black. Available: 2nd quarter 2021
Price: 179.99 euros (recommended retail price)
The flagship of the new Philips True Wireless sports headphones is the A7306, which aims to impress with an extremely good fit and high comfort. To match the respective outfit, three wing tips and detachable ear hooks each are available in different colors.
The passive noise shielding benefits from the good fit to the ear and the secure fit, while the large 9 mm drivers provide the good sound of the A7306. Battery capacity is said to deliver up to six hours on a full charge, with an additional 18 hours delivered by the storage box’s built-in power bank if needed. Thanks to the quick charge option, enough power for a full hour of playback is said to be charged in just 15 minutes.
For dedicated athletes, the A7306’s built-in heart rate monitor is said to be especially handy, as it should allow for easy and convenient monitoring of one’s performance thanks to its compatibility with most popular fitness apps.
For durability, the A7306 is water, dust and sweat resistant. After an intense workout, cleaning the headphones is very important, which the A7306 does automatically within 20 seconds in the charging cradle using UV light.
For the user’s increased safety, the awareness mode can be activated by briefly tapping the earpiece, which allows ambient noise to pass through undisturbed.
Features (manufacturer specifications):
- Integrated heart rate monitor for targeted and safe training
- Automatic and comfortable cleaning with UV light
- Awareness mode for ambient noise
- IP57 rating. Waterproof (up to one meter depth for 30 minutes), dust and sweat proof.
- Six hours of playback on one battery charge. Additional 18 hours via storage box
- Fast charging. 15 minutes of charging for one hour of playback (2 hours for a full charge)
- Large 9mm neodymium drivers.
- Very good sound with strong bass. Excellent passive noise isolation
- Three interchangeable ear tips for a perfect fit
- Soft, removable wing tips and ear hooks for a secure and comfortable fit
- Two microphones in each earphone for best communication
- Smart pairing for automatic connection to Bluetooth device
- User-friendly operation with a simple tap to play, pause or make calls
- Supports Google Assistant and Apple Siri
- Compatible with Philips Headphone app and most popular fitness tracker apps
Philips A6606 – Sports bone sound (bone conduction) headphones
Color: Black. Available: 2nd quarter 2021
Price: at launch
Unlike traditional headphones with speaker drivers, the A6606 Wireless works by transmitting sound vibrations through the cheekbones. The slight vibrations are said to give the user a high-quality sound experience. Another advantage of this design is that the ears remain unobstructed, allowing ambient sounds to be heard without restriction.
The A6606 has a super-light, titanium-reinforced structure and is thus supposed to fit very well under a bicycle helmet, for example. An additional safety feature is the built-in bright LEDs, which can be turned on and off via the Philips Headphone app.
Features (manufacturer specifications):
- High-quality sound enjoyment through bone-sound technology
- Safety LED light
- Nine hours of playback per charge
- Fast charging gets you an hour of playtime in 15 minutes. Fully charges in two hours
- Lightweight titanium reinforced construction with neckband.
- Slim design. Comfortable fit without ear cushions. Unique listening experience
- IP67 rated – waterproof for up to 30 minutes at a depth of one meter – as well as dust and sweat resistant
- Storage pouch
- Smart pairing for automatic connection to Bluetooth device
- Compatible with the Philips Headphone App
- Dual microphones for better intelligibility during calls
- USB-C port
Philips A4216 – Sports On-Ear Wireless Headphones
Color: Black. Available: 2nd quarter 2021
Price: 69.99 euros (recommended retail price).
The Philips A4216 is a wireless on-ear sports headphone for all sports and rough outdoor activities. It is said to offer good passive noise isolation and large 40mm drivers for excellent, detailed sound and deep bass response.
For a high level of comfort, the A4216 is especially lightweight and ergonomically designed. It features memory foam ear cushions that are also filled with a special cooling gel. Packed they are in removable and washable covers, which serves a long and hygienic use.
With an extra-long playtime of 25 hours and the quick-charge option, the A4216 should always be ready for even the longest workouts.
Features (manufacturer’s specs):
- Large 40mm neodymium drivers for detailed sound and very good bass
- Effective passive noise reduction
- Compact folds inward
- Fast charging with 15 minutes for two hours of playtime
- Bluetooth 5.0
- 25 hours of playtime on one battery charge
- Ergonomically designed headband
- Breathable inserts made of memory foam as well as cooling gel
- IP55 – waterproof, dust and sweat resistant
- Blue and white LED charging indicator
- Washable ear cushion covers
- Microphone with echo cancellation for clear intelligibility
Philips A3206 – Wireless Ear-Bud’s headphones
Color: Black. Available: 2nd quarter 2021
Price: 49.99 euros (recommended retail price).
Combining sound quality, comfort, and safety, the Philips A3206 is said to be a headphone especially for running, hiking, and working out at the gym. The ultra-lightweight earbuds are said to offer 10 hours of playback, are compatible with Google and Siri, and are protected from water.
Included are three interchangeable wing tips and ear hooks each for a good custom fit, and the Kevlar-reinforced reflective cable gives that little extra bit of visibility in the dark.
Features (manufacturer’s specs):
- 13.6mm neodymium drivers
- 10 hours of playtime per battery charge
- Lightweight with good sound and bass
- Three interchangeable ear hooks and ear tips for the perfect fit
- Three different wing tips for a secure fit
- IP57 – sweat, dust and water resistant
- Reflective kevlar reinforced cable
- Remote control on cable with three buttons and clothing clip
- Smart pairing for automatic connection to Bluetooth device
- Compatible with Google Android and Apple Siri
- One-touch voice control
- USB-C charging cable
Learn more: www.philips.com/tv
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