Saturday, September 21, 2013

Product Review: X-1 Flex In Ear Sports Headphones by H2O Audio (Waterproof, Weatherproof, Sweat Proof Headphones)


New arrival from H2O Audio USA. A waterproof, weatherproof, sweat proof headphones that comes with a 1 Year Warranty. The patented H2O Audio technology ensures these headphones can withstand heavy perspiration and complete submersion to 3 feet (1 meter) underwater. 

I will give it a try and see if that's really the case. 


Inside the box : 1 Pair of Flex in Ears, 3 Ear Tip Sizes (S/M/L)


The length of the cord : 42 inches



Close up photo on the earbud. I got the Super Hero Blue colour. It also comes in Pink and Black. Unlike the Apple earpod, the Flex fit nicely and comfortable and fit nicely into my ear. The sound quality not as good as the Apple Earpod but still acceptable. 

Now, the moment of truth. Can it performs as claimed? Does it live up to it's IP7 rating?  We will run through a series of test in the water and see.


Ready? 


Go! 


It's swimming in the water


Deep in the water. It says it can last for 30 mins. So I removed it and rinse it again.



A direct rinse from a running tap after soaking it for about 30 minutes in the bowl.


After drying it with a towel

I tried it again and the sound are slightly better than before. Amazing! I would really recommend this to swimmers, gym goers, runners and anyone who like sports and musics. 

Summary

PROS
  • Waterproof
  • Weatherproof
  • Sweat Proof
  • Comfort and secure fit
  • 1 Year Warranty (can be claimed locally through Connect2U since we are the Authorised Distributor in Malaysia)
CONS
  • Sound quality not as good as some premium earphones.