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Share-centric DuoBuds headphones for kids

Share-centric DuoBuds headphones for kids
DuoBuds are ear buds with a built-in 3.5mm port for attaching additional headphones, so two or more children can listen to music or watch a video on the same device
DuoBuds are ear buds with a built-in 3.5mm port for attaching additional headphones, so two or more children can listen to music or watch a video on the same device
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You can connect multiple DuoBuds together, though you might see a slight loss in performance after connecting three or four in a row
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You can connect multiple DuoBuds together, though you might see a slight loss in performance after connecting three or four in a row
DuoBuds are a simple concept, but one that a lot of children could enjoy
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DuoBuds are a simple concept, but one that a lot of children could enjoy
DuoBuds are ear buds with a built-in 3.5mm port for attaching additional headphones, so two or more children can listen to music or watch a video on the same device
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DuoBuds are ear buds with a built-in 3.5mm port for attaching additional headphones, so two or more children can listen to music or watch a video on the same device
With kids in mind, the cable is wrapped in fabric for better durability and to prevent tangles, and the extra port has an attached cap to keep out dust and pocket lint
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With kids in mind, the cable is wrapped in fabric for better durability and to prevent tangles, and the extra port has an attached cap to keep out dust and pocket lint
You could get the same function from a cheap splitter cable, but the DuoBuds are aimed at children, who are much more likely to lose an extra cable or forget it at home
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You could get the same function from a cheap splitter cable, but the DuoBuds are aimed at children, who are much more likely to lose an extra cable or forget it at home
The two ear buds are designed to snap together, so they can be worn around the neck when not in use
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The two ear buds are designed to snap together, so they can be worn around the neck when not in use
Currently DuoBuds are priced at AUD$39.95 and will ship internationally, but the designer has stated the pricing may be lower for a forthcoming U.S. release
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Currently DuoBuds are priced at AUD$39.95 and will ship internationally, but the designer has stated the pricing may be lower for a forthcoming U.S. release
You could get the same function from a cheap splitter cable, but the DuoBuds are aimed at children, who are much more likely to lose an extra cable or forget it at home
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You could get the same function from a cheap splitter cable, but the DuoBuds are aimed at children, who are much more likely to lose an extra cable or forget it at home
With kids in mind, the cable is wrapped in fabric for better durability and to prevent tangles, and the extra port has an attached cap to keep out dust and pocket lint
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With kids in mind, the cable is wrapped in fabric for better durability and to prevent tangles, and the extra port has an attached cap to keep out dust and pocket lint
The two ear buds are designed to snap together, so they can be worn around the neck when not in use
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The two ear buds are designed to snap together, so they can be worn around the neck when not in use
You can connect multiple DuoBuds together, though you might see a slight loss in performance after connecting three or four in a row
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You can connect multiple DuoBuds together, though you might see a slight loss in performance after connecting three or four in a row
The two ear buds are designed to snap together, so they can be worn around the neck when not in use
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The two ear buds are designed to snap together, so they can be worn around the neck when not in use
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In the future, the designer plans to offer an over-the-ear model as well as a standalone cable that attaches to premium headphones
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In the future, the designer plans to offer an over-the-ear model as well as a standalone cable that attaches to premium headphones
Currently DuoBuds priced at AUD$39.95 and will ship internationally, but the designer has stated the pricing may be lower for a forthcoming U.S. release
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Currently DuoBuds priced at AUD$39.95 and will ship internationally, but the designer has stated the pricing may be lower for a forthcoming U.S. release
In the future, the designer plans to offer an over-the-ear model as well as a standalone cable that attaches to premium headphones
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In the future, the designer plans to offer an over-the-ear model as well as a standalone cable that attaches to premium headphones
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You could get the same function from a cheap splitter cable, but the DuoBuds are aimed at children, who are much more likely to lose an extra cable or forget it at home
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You could get the same function from a cheap splitter cable, but the DuoBuds are aimed at children, who are much more likely to lose an extra cable or forget it at home
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While adults often don a pair of headphones to shut themselves off from the outside world, youngsters are more likely to want to share music and video being consumed on a portable device with friends. This usually means splitting one set of headphones between them, only hearing one side of the audio. DuoBuds ear buds offer a simple solution by packing a built-in 3.5mm port for attaching an additional pair of headphones.

It's a simple concept, but one that a lot of tweens and teens could enjoy. The DuoBuds are similar to most silicone ear buds, but with the addition of an extra port near the jack for connecting another set of 3.5 mm headphones. You can even connect multiple DuoBuds together, though you might see a slight loss in performance after connecting three or four in a row. Granted, you could get the same function from a cheap splitter cable or jack, but the DuoBuds are aimed at kids, who are much more likely to lose any extra bits and pieces or forget them at home.

With kids in mind, the cable is also wrapped in fabric for better durability and to prevent tangles, and the extra port has an attached cap to keep out dust and pocket lint. The two ear buds are also designed to snap together, so they can be worn around the neck when not in use. In the future, the designer plans to offer an over-the-ear model as well as a standalone cable that attaches to premium headphones.

You could get the same function from a cheap splitter cable, but the DuoBuds are aimed at children, who are much more likely to lose an extra cable or forget it at home
You could get the same function from a cheap splitter cable, but the DuoBuds are aimed at children, who are much more likely to lose an extra cable or forget it at home

The DuoBuds are available in black, white, green, blue, pink, and purple color schemes and can be purchased on the official website. Currently they are priced at AUD$39.95 (US$40.90) and will ship internationally from Australia – but the designer has stated the pricing may be lower for a forthcoming U.S. release.

Source: DuoBuds via Reddit

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4 comments
4 comments
Slowburn
I like it when will it be available in adult headphones?
Primecordial
I bought a mini-splitter for my kids for under $5.
Ed
$40? Targeted to kids? I don't know any kids that have that kinda scratch! For $25 on Amazon, I not only got a splitter, but it also came with a portable amplifier....because the more impedance you introduce the less volume you get on the sound!
Dirk Scott
The original Sony Walkman -the grandfather of all portable personal music players- had two jack sockets for users to plug in two sets of ear buds and share music.
This was rapidly reduced to one socket in later models as Sony market research showed that almost no-one used them.
Another solution to a problem which doesn't exist, I'm afraid.