Hello friends! I hope you are having a wonderful week. I’m heading to Orlando for back-to-back adventures and I’ll be sure to let you know! look at me IG stories for all the fun.
For today’s post I wanted to talk a little about headphones.
Here I am with my wired headphones, years after bluetooth options came on the scene.
In college, I had a bluetooth headset (along with everyone else who thought they were cool lol) and used it constantly. I couldn’t help but wonder if it was bad for my brain and finally decided to stop using it. I’ve always been wary of phones and Bluetooth near my head, but for convenience, I used Bose sports headphones for years. (I loved these things!!) Over time, I learned more about EMFs and decided to go back to using wired headphones a couple of years ago.
why do i use wired headphones
The debate between wired and wireless
Wireless headphones, like Air Pods, have become extremely popular, but wired headphones still have a strong following. I feel like as people have become more health conscious, they have gone back to using wired headphones. Maybe they’re switching back to wired headphones after going wireless, maybe they like being old school, or maybe they’re sticking with wired headphones for some of the reasons below.
Better sound quality
Wireless headphones tend to produce more consistent audio, without interface or dropouts.
It also seems that many musicians, sound engineers, and those who value audio quality tend to prefer wired headphones.
No need to charge
One of the best things about wired headphones is the convenience of being battery-free. You’ll never have to worry about charging them.
They are also perfect for extended use as there is no need to take breaks to recharge.
They are also a stress-reducing option because you don’t have to worry about the headphones turning off in the middle of use, especially during work sessions, calls, or long trips.
More reliable connection
Wired headphones are also more reliable, as you don’t have to worry about signal drops or interference that can occur with Bluetooth. They connect instantly with no pairing or connection issues; Just plug them in and go.
They are also compatible with multiple devices and you don’t have to worry about connectivity issues.
Health Concerns and Electromagnetic Fields
Wireless headphones emit electromagnetic fields (EMF), which some people prefer to avoid. The more I learn about electromagnetic fields, the more I prefer to minimize exposure as much as possible. I tend to be more sensitive to these things, and it was even worse when I was deep in my healing journey.
Wired headphones eliminate proximity to Bluetooth signals, providing another peace of mind for exposure to electromagnetic fields. This is an interesting article.
With long-term use, it is less of a concern for those seeking to limit radiation exposure. (And if you’re one of those people who says, “They’re not that bad. They’re within safe limits,” live your life. I’m trying to limit my own explosion and exposure to kids.)
Durability and longevity
Battery-powered headphones degrade over time and also have less resistance to wear and tear. They also seem to have fewer technical problems. Wired headphones are cheaper to replace if something goes wrong.
Profitable
Wired headphones are more affordable than wireless ones and you don’t need to constantly upgrade them. Once you recognize the fact that you’re going old school, there’s no pressure to constantly upgrade your headphones. You also don’t pay for extra features you don’t need, like Bluetooth or wireless charging.
Why I chose wired headphones
I for one am happy to be back to using wired headphones and not having to worry about exposure to electromagnetic fields. I use the classic Apple wired headphones with my phone and I love them bose wired headphones for my computer.
I haven’t been lifting weights at the gym in quite some time, so I usually take a class (where the music is blasting from the speakers) or work out at home with my speaker. To walk with Maisey, I put my phone in this fanny pack that blocks electromagnetic fields (one of my favorite things!). It’s also been helpful for traveling because I don’t have to worry about my headphones turning off, and I also don’t have to worry about my Bluetooth not connecting while I’m listening to Broadway songs on the plane lol.
Wired headphones aren’t going anywhere
I’m curious to know what you guys think about this one. Do you use wired, wireless or headless headphones?
xo
gina
If you are concerned about EMF exposure, check out Somavedic and my review here.
