THE AUGUST EP650 BLUETOOTH / WIRELESS OFFER EXCEPTIONAL VALUE FOR MONEY
With the increase in the number of wireless headphones in the market, the August EP 650 is another addition to the same list. It is well sought after in the UK, as a reasonably priced pair of headphones providing Bluetooth connectivity as well as the NFC feature.
NFC or Near Field communication is a feature that is required in Smartphones and other similar devices, in order to establish radio communication with each other by simply touching them together, or by bringing the two devices to each other’s proximity. The August EP 650 can, therefore, be paired with similar devices offering Bluetooth connectivity and can be used simultaneously for music and for taking calls. Connection via its Bluetooth version, a 4 chip, is simple and swift; and without wires and without tangles.
The headphones have a built in microphone for answering calls, along with the volume control and call answering buttons on the side of the ear cup. While usually the control buttons are found to be on the ear cup, the August EP 650 ahs it on the edge of the headband that covers the ear cup. A standard 3.5mm socket, connects to any other non-Bluetooth device, and managed to render immense clarity. Usually, the clarity alters when a wireless pair of headphones in plugged in to any other audio device, however, the August EP 650 has no such complains.
It is powered by lithium batteries placed within the ear cups, providing a playback time of around 11 hours at a stretch. Albeit that is not a long duration compared to its competitors in the market, but the sonic quality is surprisingly good and compensates for these minor adjustments. Also, the August EP 650 is a pair of over ear headphones, meaning they cover the entire ear, blocking out surrounding stray sounds.
The styling is fairly decent; and even though it is likely to send of a plastic feel about it, it is sturdy and can bear the wear and tear.
With 6mm drivers, the headphones are provide rich and clear clarity of the lower ranges, while the highs and the trebles are perfectly sharp and well defined.
The ear cup cushions are 12mm thick along with padded headband, providing strong grip, and comfort to the ears even over long hours of having them on. The earpiece remote control allows you to multitask between shifting along the playlist, control volume and take calls.
WHO SHOULD BE BUYING THE AUGUST EP650?
- Those who are looking for a stylish pair of headphones with decent sound
- Those who use smart devices a lot (such as I-phones, I-pads and I-pods) and are looking for a pair of headphones to complement those devices
- Those who are looking for a pair of high-tech headphones - with all the extras - but are not willing to pay a fortune to get them
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