When my dog takes me out for my evening walk, I like to listen to a bit of music. In the summer, it’s a doddle – iphone in pocket, headphones on, off we go. However, in the cooler months I’m constantly getting frustrated with the warm clothing v headphone cable issue. I’m fairly sure (hopeful?) that I can’t be the only person who struggles daily with ‘self-tangling headphone syndrome’ and when coupled with a warm cardigan or hoody with drawstrings, then it seems I’m just asking for trouble.

But it seems that help may be at hand.

Those ingenious chaps over at www.hoodiebuddie.com have come up with a novel idea that’s both stylish and practical. The HoodieBuddie combines HB3Technology (patent pending) and a hidden headphone jack that will plug into any standard device, such as iPod, iPhone, Mp3 player, radio etc. When the device is attached, you can listen to bangin’ choons, podcasts or the dulcet tones of Cliff Richard (if you really want to), the choice is completely yours. Not sounding too different to stowing your player or phone in your hoodie pouch so far? Well, the genius in this design is this: The headphones are built into the end of the drawstrings. Yes, really. No tangly headphones anymore. Bliss.

So they don’t tangle, they’re always attached to the garment, your device is hidden & best of all – it’s completely machine washable – and you don’t need to detach the headphones either. Brilliant.

The hoodiebuddie comes in a range of different designs and colours for both guys and girls, including Minne Mouse, logos patterns, and a bang on trend iconic Betty White range.  Prices range from $44-$50 (approx £28-32).

For those of us not in the USA, don’t worry, Hoodiebuddie.com will ship internationally; instructions are on their website along with a great offer of 10% off for Facebook friends. I don’t know about you but that’s certainly music to my ears!”

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Here at girlgeekchic towers we are loving the new The Blackbox i10 noise cancelling earphones for iPod or iPhone. They use  ANR (Anti Noise Rejection) that works intelligently by measuring the noise field in the ear, before calculating and reintroducing an ‘anti-noise’ response which then cancels out 92% of background noise. In a UK first, it is powered by the iPod/iPhone so batteries are not required unlike some other models out there can have bulky battery packs.

They have great music reproduction with deep base and clear highs and have ergonomically designed ear buds to provide maximum comfort. They connect easily to Apple’s 30 pin dock connector, come with a leather carrying case and have an integrated volume control and monitoring function.

For further details check out www.blackboxonline.com. Price £80

These sleek chic headphones are not just any ordinary headphones. Uniquely designed by the Scandinavians, they are state of the art. They are full size offering great sound, and are not only just for listening to music. They come with a remote and a microphone compatible with most devices including iPhones, iPods, notebooks, steroes and Nokia even gets a look in.  Now you can listen to your music and just as easily talk to your friends on the phone without having to fumble around taking your headphones off!

They are fully collapsible and fold down to fit easily in your hand, allowing storage even in your pocket which is pretty cool for travelling. The Plattan also comes with the “Zound Plug”, a socket that allows your friends to connect to your headphones, so you can snuggle up and share your favourite tunes.

The headpiece is made from a single piece of fabric and looks like a cutesy alice band.  Style up your look in one of the fourteen different funky colors available - it even has a one year replacement warranty if, dare I say, they get squashed in your handbag!

Available around £50. For more details check out www.urbanears.com

By focusing on style as well as substance, the debut collection of Audio Chi headphones is fresh and fashion forward with bold use of graphics and  on trend colours. They have a great finish with funky soft quilted headbands and chrome detail.

Audio Chi’s design team have also solved the two major headphone headaches; tangled cables and faulty connections *grrrrrrr*. The woven and colour co-ordinated outer fabric ensures the end of annoying tangles, whilst their detachable connection eliminates faulty connections. What better way to mix style and quality tech.

The W-Series utilises Audio Chi’s Structural Acoustics^TM Technology which boasts one of the headphone world’s most exclusive sound units, the Titanium-Mylar Driver. This is a sure fire way of combining flawless sound, creative design and comfort.

The Audio Chi W-Series is available in 8 different designs and will retail at £69.95. Check out www.audiochi.com for more details.

Features

• 40mm Titanium Mylar drivers
• Frequency response: 16~22KHz
• 32 ohm impedance
• 1.2m detachable cable
• Rated power: 30mW
• Maximum power: 100mW (1.79V)
• Sensitivity: 113 dB +/- 3 dB
• Channel balance: +/- 3 dB at 1 KHz
• 2.5mm Adapter for mobile phones
• Carry bag

Urbanz headphones, speakers and gadget bags come in a kaleidoscope of colours to suit your look and mood. They′re individual, fun and decent quality too.

Available in a wide range of models, including DJ, ear buds and chunky hand held speakers, choose your favourite and discover your own headspace.

DJ headphones start from around £25 check out www.urbanz.co.uk for further details.