Take a moment to look at your current headphones. Yes, those trusty earphones which you rely so heavily on. They travel with you almost everywhere and you use them every day. You both need each other. But ...how long have you actually had them? Most likely, they’ve been suffering some decent wear and tear from your love and could benefit from a break or retirement. Here are a few questions that will help you decide if it’s time to upgrade your old audio ‘buds.

1. Are they wireless?

Wireless headphones are becoming ever more popular, and today there might be more versions being produced without wires than with. There’s a reason. Wireless headphones provide a convenient listening experience. You don’t have to worry about keeping your phone with you at all times or spending twenty minutes untangling cords whenever they’re left alone in your backpack for too long.

2. How often do you use them?

If you really do use your headphones every day, they’re most likely on their way out the door (unless you bought them recently), especially if you also wear them to work out in. Most headphones aren’t designed to withstand the sweat or extended usage. Consider upgrading to a pair that can.

3. Do they actually fit?

If your headphones hurt your ears after a while, or keep falling out, UPGRADE THEM. There’s no reason you should ever put up with headphones that don’t fit properly, no matter how great their sound might seem. A proper fit means better audio response. Plus, you won’t have to take a break from your music to rub your sore ears.

4. Are they becoming dirty, discolored, or worn out?

If you can tell just by looking at your headphones they’re old and battered, it’s time to improve your listening experience.

Ready for an upgrade? Check out these amazing B&O Play by Bang & Olufsen headphones which combine multiple high end tech features for a luxurious listening experience. You can find them along with other great audio products at your local InMotion store in airports across the U.S.

Beoplay H9i: Over-Ear Headphones

These wireless Bluetooth headphones are constructed for style and comfort. The over-ear design envelopes your ear with soft lambskin and adaptive memory foam so you’ll never feel the need to take them off.

Features include:

• Advanced Active Noise Cancellation

Cancel out external sound and completely immerse yourself in your music.

• Transparency Mode

Amplify your surroundings so you can still hear what’s going on around you.

• 18 hours of battery

The battery can be recharged or exchanged with another one for longer playtime.

• Intuitive touch control interface

Control everything from the volume to changing the song to answering a call with simple gestures on the headphones aluminum plate.

• Proximity sensors

The headphones automatically play/pause when you take them on or off.

Beoplay H8i: On-Ear Headphones

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The H8i headphones are wireless as well, but they’re on-ear. They’re streamlined, light, and made with luxurious materials that are designed to be comfortable and age well. You won’t have to worry about them looking shabby after a year of use.

Features include:

• Advanced Active Noise Cancellation

Cancel out external sound and completely immerse yourself in your music.

• Transparency Mode

Amplify your surroundings so you can still hear what’s going on around you.

• Industry leading 30 hours of battery

If you run out of juice, the battery can be recharged or you can attach the audio cord for longer playtime.

• On device controls

Toggle the power, ANC, transparency mode, volume, and more with switches built into the headphones.

• Proximity sensors

The headphones automatically play/pause when you take them on or off.

If you’ve already been wondering if you should replace your current headphones, that in itself is a sign you should. It’s time for you to move on to bigger and better technology! (Your ancient earbuds will thank you.) The next time you’re around an InMotion store, don’t forget to stop inside and check out their varieties of headphones, including Beoplay’s H9i and H8i!

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