Today’s tech-connected kids live in a high-definition world. They are bombarded by sound from music players, game consoles, tablets and in-vehicle entertainment systems. Studies show that overexposure to loud sounds leads to hearing damage seen later in life. Parents can take steps to help their kids hear for a lifetime with Etymotic’s ETY·Kids™ Safe-Listening Earphones for Apple products. The ETY·Kids3 headset features three-button control and a mic designed for use with iPhone, iPod touch and iPad.

Sound heard through ETY·Kids earphones will not exceed safe levels, so parents can rest easy. Even at the maximum volume setting on portable players, kids can listen safely for up to four hours per day. ETY·Kids earphones also block out background noise, and provide high-definition sound quality so kids will be able to hear every detail, and won’t complain that the volume is too low.

ETY∙Kids are available in two versions – the ETY·Kids3, a three-button control headset with mic designed to work with Apple products, and the ETY·Kids5 universal earphone that works with any portable device.

The ETY·Kids3 headset will feature AWARENESS! for Etymotic, an app that “listens” to users’ surroundings and mixes any noise louder than normal background sounds directly into the earphones, so kids can hear traffic, announcements or any other important sounds while they are listening. Both products provide clear, high-definition speech and music reproduction and come with kid-friendly eartips to ensure a seal that blocks outside sound.

Pricing and availability – ETY Kids 5 –  £59,  ETY Kids 3  - UK pricing and availability is to be confirmed.

Beats by Dr Dre has teamed up with Oscar de la Renta to make these gorgeous plum fox fur headphones and they look for fab. We think they’re kind of hot and perfect for cold, wintry days.

Available on line at  www.oscardelarenta.com

Finally headphones designed for women so even smaller ears can experience big sound. Many ear buds can be just too bulky and uncomfortable for girlie ears so you don’t always get the most enjoyable listening experience. With smaller earpieces, narrower barrels and petite sized eartips these headphones ensure a snug, comfortable fit. Great for listening on MP3 players, iPods, smart phones and tablets. The jewel-like detailing and stylish colors make a true fashion statement too. Available in various different colours.

Available from www.alteclansing.com Price £29.99

The new Jaybird Sportsband 2 Bluetooth Headphones produce a bass-rich Bluetooth music experience with any regular Bluetooth music device. Listen to your iPod, MP3 player, iPhone and even take calls via this sleek, colourful device.

 It comes with apt-X on board, which cleans up, adds depth, bass and treble to your Bluetooth music with technical specifications matching that of CD quality output. Use the controls on the headphones to control play, pause, next and back track remotely – the easy access buttons make it really simple.

If you want to take a call, the music will automatically pause and once your call is over it will resume again. Don’t shout or have to repeat yourself, make use of the Higher sensitivity Mic for clearer calls.

 Choose from a selection of cool colours: Midnight Black, Toffee Apple, Sonic Blue, Runners Red.

Available on www.firebox.com price £99.99

Get your ears noticed with these new crystal encrusted headphones. These ultra extravagant Swarovski encrusted, state-of-the-art Audio Technica ATH-M50 model headphones from iAudio offer outstanding sound quality and are completely covered in bling-tastic Swarovski crystals. Even if they are a bit OTT they are decent quality and will certainly make you stand out in a crowd!

The Swarovski DJ Headphones will set you back £1,999.99 and will be available just in time for you chaps looking to splash out and really treat your chick to something special this Valentine’s day – if they like crytsal bling that is!

Tech Spec

Driver size: 45mm, 1/4″ Audio Plug Adapter Included

Maximum Input: 1,600 mW @ 1kHz, Cord Length: 11′

Sensitivity: 99dB.

Single Sided Coil Cable Transforms to Gold-Plated Mini- Plug w/ 1/4′ Adaptor

Neodymium Magnet Offers Outstanding Signal Quality.

Available from www.firebox.com