In the long run, wireless technology will rule. The market is still small, but we expect to see a lot happening in the next few years. And a comprehensive MP3 player-cum-headset is no doubt a revolutionary idea. We had reviewed the Megaaudio MAI-102 a few months ago, and now we have with us the Air Gear from Zebronics, a computer hardware and peripherals company based in Chennai.
One downside with the device is that the earpieces are not replaceable, and as of now there's no remote controlled device. The last point is valid, for as and when the interface is developed to integrate more technologies, one can't simply reach out for the headset for the right button. Well, let's hope for the best.
The Air Gear is a very simple player. There are only three buttons: the volume keys (which also double as forward and rewind keys) and the power on/off key. There is no screen, which is okay considering the device is not going to be in front of you where you can see it. This is where a remote would make sense.
The player has a simple drag-and-drop interface. It supports MP3 and WMA formats, and is available in 1GB and 2 GB capacities. The form factor is a bit of a pain though. As a rule, I don't like any gear that goes behind your ears – because your ears have to bear all the weight, making it uncomfortable to wear for long periods. Also, unlike the MAI-102, it's not foldable.
The earcups shoot out to sort of help your canals get closer to the direct inflow of music. Now this is another discomfort you will face, for it hurts after about 15 minutes. The good news is that it's removable. Some relief, because then there's no cushion for the ears.
The sound quality is decent. It's not exceptional, but wait till you hear the price – maybe then it'll be music to your ears! I like the fact that there's no booming bass; just enough to get the stomp out of a song, but certainly no punch. The mids are well controlled, and the highs are laidback. This is not an ideal sound scenario, but trust me, it's better than overamplification.
The player costs Rs 1325 and Rs 1650 for 1GB and 2GB respectively. It's a great price if you ask me. The Megaaudio that we reviewed cost Rs 2500 for 1GB, and required one AAA battery. The Air Gear comes with a charger for the built-in battery. At this price, and with the one-year warranty, it's a steal. Just don't expect too much by way of style. In fact, if the price were any higher, I'd have given it a miss.
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