Is there a way to convert the headphones from earbuds to over the ear style of headphones? My 87 year old mother cannot stand the earbuds.
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No, but there are products similar to TV Ears that use over-the-ear headphones. Search for "wireless headphones" or "RF headphones"
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I don't think so. I checked their website and they don't sell an alternative to the earbuds.
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Stems on Stethscope style headphones can be softened and reshaped for less pressure on ear, just as eye glass frames are adjusted. See Bro@home review on TV ears.
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Not that I am aware of but I do not like the expensive TV Ears anyway. They did not last very long, two different sets had electrical problems.
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all my technology queries of the net revert back to answers the opposite of the solution you seek, i.e. tech-flow is forward, converting earphones-to-earbuds. As you cannot get around the control unit in which the buds are wired, you gotta work with it and think outside the box. As many older lightweight headphones essentially were bud-type devices mounted in simple foam rubber cut-outs, perhaps all you have to do is get some 1" to 1 1/2" thick foam, cut some circular pieces large enough to create the cushions you desire, then take a razor blade or X-Acto and cut a small 'x' in the center (but not all the way through), then push toe bud of the TV ear into your homemade earcushion. The Frame of the TV Ear should provide enough pressure on the cushions to hold them over your mom's ears, provided she doesn't boogie too hard while watching Lawrence Welk. "A one an'a two, Ghet Dahwn, ghet fhun-key."
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I am looking for headphones for my aunt. She is totally deaf in one ear and very hard of hearing in the other. She has an over the ear digital hearing aid. To make matters worse, she is legally blind. I need something that will not rest on her hearing aid receiver, that will adjust so the sound only comes in one ear and is reasonably comfortable. She was an avid reader before going blind and I think she would enjoy audio books if I can find a way for her to hear them. I've tried my ipod with a downloaded book, but she didn't catch all the words (with ear bud). Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I am looking for headphones for my aunt. She is totally deaf in one ear and very hard of hearing in the other. She has an over the ear digital hearing aid. To make matters worse, she is legally blind. I need something that will not rest on her hearing aid receiver, that will adjust so the sound only comes in one ear and is reasonably comfortable. She was an avid reader before going blind and I think she would enjoy audio books if I can find a way for her to hear them. I've tried my ipod with a downloaded book, but she didn't catch all the words (with ear bud). Any suggestions would be... » Read More I am looking for headphones for my aunt. She is totally deaf in one ear and very hard of hearing in the other. She has an over the ear digital hearing aid. To make matters worse, she is legally blind. I need something that will not rest on her hearing aid receiver, that will adjust so the sound only comes in one ear and is reasonably comfortable. She was an avid reader before going blind and I think she would enjoy audio books if I can find a way for her to hear them. I've tried my ipod with a downloaded book, but she didn't catch all the words (with ear bud). Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. « Show Less
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i am not sure what you are asking. Are you asking of the headphones can be replaced with ear plugs?
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Go to the sennheiser web site and look for replacement parts. I think they supply the the parts your seeking with the mess covers for the earbuds.
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Very strange. I'm still using the earphones with the small ear buds wondering if I can get the medium size buds on Amazon. The small ones fit fine but I hear the medium ones give a tighter and more well rounded sound.
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I had the same problem so I ordered a great sounding pair of earbuds called "chops" & they are sold by Skullcandy. They sound as good as Apple earbuds, but they stay in place. You can order them online from Skullcandy & they ship really fast. Also, they have a great warranty...
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You might try contacting the company to see if you can buy just the tips. Tips seem to be pretty much universal, so I'd suggest just buying a really cheap pair of earbuds and scavenging the tips.
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In theory you could wear them "normally" since the over-ear part is only semi-rigid. However, I tried it and the earbuds were basically falling out once I started moving.
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My mother's hearing has deteriorated so much I didn't use the earbud or earphones that came with the Pockettalker. I had a Bose headset handy. Using that she hears better than she's heard in years. A quality headset that fits snuggly over the ears should be quite adequate.
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You can buy new earbuds, but you are more likely to need new cushions. They are readily available on line. You can also get custom-made cover to fit your ears if you really want to (I have not tried them).
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The earbuds that came with my phone lasted about a year before the earpieces began to come apart. It was my own fault though. I carried them in my bag without a case or any other protection. So they were constantly being crushed against other things. I would say if you have or can get the originals, take good care of them. It really is hard to replace that quality without spending too much money.
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Hi there. I'm one of the customers that have bought these. These earbuds are for the device itself, when worn in one ear. They fit very well.
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I am glad to help if I can. I am an old man, so I understand the frustration. Also that is why I keep correcting myself -- too many mistakes these days.Here are a couple of other ideas at Amazon, using the TV adapter, but plugging the red and white cables into a 3.5mm headphone jack:3.5mm Male to RCA Female - 6 inchC2G / Cables to Go 40645 3.5mm Stereo Male To 2X RCA Female Adapter
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I have misplaced the the tips that came with the V-MODA Vibe Earbuds. Do you know where I can find the replacements? The Apple Store did not have any and couldn't help.
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Hello RI am pretty sure they will not fit on the original headphones, but I couldn´t find them (the originals) at home to make sure.I wanted to remind you that the tips come in 3 different sizes for both models, so maybe that is the problem with the original ones. Anyway the new headphones with the new tips are a way much better and stay perfect in your ears under any activityBest regards.... Belen
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You might consider over ear headphones � if you are very sensitive. But my son loves the ear buds.
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Sorry, it never worked right for my mother, she could not keep it on her ears? if you have any suggestions I would love to hear from you too.sorry again.frank