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H2O-Friendly Earbuds

Wash That Grime Off After a Workout With the Pioneer Washable Earphones

— June 15, 2011 — Tech
Most people who work out now will likely be listening to music, which means that their earbuds are going to get a little dirty. With these Pioneer Washable Earphones, that will become a thing of the past.

These Pioneer Washable Earphones were specifically designed to let you wash them after an intense sweaty workout. These can be soaked and rinsed with water thoroughly without damage. The earphones can also be immersed in water up to one meter. That's because there's a filter that consists of a "two layer mesh and rubber ring, and a stainless steel plate combined with a solid inner base to provide anti-water pressure," according to AudioCubes.com.

The Pioneer Washable Earphones would be perfect for anyone who loves to workout with music. Plus they'd be hygienic for your friend too if you share your earbuds with them.
Trend Themes
1. Washable Earphones - Providing a new category of electronics that users can wash, opening up new possibilities for water-resistant, hygienic electronic products.
2. Fitness Wearables - Creating new products for people who want to track their health and fitness, with an added feature of being able to wash it.
3. Waterproof Audio Accessories - Developing a product line that is not only waterproof but also washable to be used on both land and water environments.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - A new category of electronics that users can wash, creating a whole new product line for consumer electronics industry.
2. Fitness and Health - Creating a new line of washable wearables for fitness enthusiasts, meeting the demands of the fitness industry.
3. Outdoor and Sports - Building products that meet the needs of consumers who engage in outdoor activities, with an added feature of being washable.
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