Update: 1/13/2008
****Been using these buds for a few days now and I have to rethink my review. These earphones, although comfortable, and inexpensive just do not create quality sound. The high range sounds are so over powering that NO bass or midrange sounds come through.
I really fell for these as they have the complete function of the standard set (Which are very uncomfortable) and they price point seemed right.
Why there are so few options out there for the iphone is a mystery to me, seems like many manufactures are just making an adapter which I hate cause it's hard enough managing the cords as it is without adding another 2 to 3 feet or an extra set all together.
I have ordered the V-Moda headphones($100) and will write a more critical review for them taking my time and not letting the "New Factor" get in the way. The 2 stars for the Ultimate Buds are for comfort and iPhone functionality. They fail at sound quality.
Now, if the $35 price point is something that just really attracts you and you want to take a chance and hear for yourself. GO FOR IT. If one thing has shined through about Ultimate Buds is that they have EXCELLENT customer service. They responded to everyone of my emails within minutes, they sent me a second set when the first seemed to be lost in the mail and when they did show up they told me to keep them both. When I made the decision to return them and try the V-moda (double the price) they refunded me completely without having to ship them back.****
/end update
So I got the iPhone and yes it's awesome, however, it comes with some very uncomfortable and low quality headphones. So I set out on a quest to find Quality headphone that would work with the iPhone.
I can't just use any headphones you ask, NO.
See, the iPhone has three rings on the plug of the headphones, this third ring is the connection for the microphone. Furthermore, they are not spaced and placed in the same location as your typical headphones.
Resulting in poppy sound only one speaker working and causing the music/movie to cut in and out.
Ultimate Buds has the solution with their custom made headphones ranging in price from $35 to $150.
The $35 version is what I have/ reviewing and although they are better than the standard set they leave me wanting more bass and mid-range.
The Ultimate buds are very comfortable with a snug fit and have complete functionality of the iPhone headphones.
But what if I already have a great set of headphone? No worries Ultimate Buds makes and adapter for the iPhone so you can use your preferred set of headphones.
The guys at Ultimate Buds are very nice and unlike many online retailers respond very quickly to emails.
So if you are looking for a nice reasonable price set of headphones for your Jesus phone check out Ultimate Buds. read more