Using earphones/headphones in public transport [4 Question survey]

a) I do, but not right now, since my in-ears are broken and I haven't bought new ones yet ^^

b) As I said, yes...many times, I love those I always buy, but most of them break as yours near the 3.5mm jack.

c) Mostly, but due to moving the phone in the pocket the cables break

d) I would probably, I'd even pay a little bit more for the same ones with a cable thats not breaking ;)

a) yes - bus, train, metro
b) yes - near the buds, not visible but connection came away inside more than once
c) no, buy fairly cheap ones and throw them in my bag, wrap them around things etc.
d) probably not, but I might buy a pair that already has the product as part of the pack.

a) Yes, every day on the bus.
b) Several times, usually they break near the jack.
c) Yes.
d) If it guarantees that my headphones will last longer, sure, why not.

a) yes b) no c) yes d) no

a) yes, all
b) no, but wear and tear have occurred.
c) I guess not. I tend to use the cheapest earphones available.
d) If I invested in 30-50€ earphones, then maybe yes. Most likely I will purchase such some time in the future.

a)bus,boat
b)yes, near the plug
C)yes
d)no

1) Bus.
2) The wire always breaks and the sound is like its muffled. Thats how 90% of my headphones became useless.
3) Yes.
4) I just buy what I think is good..So no.

1. yes local transportation in Budapest. Metro, trams and buses
2. yes, more than once. Usually near the ear piece
3. I thought so, but since I've broken many headsets I might have to say no
4. probably not, depending on functionality and price.

I usually don't buy the most expensive headsets, I should also clarify that I'm using in-ear earphones and they tend to break often. after buying and breaking a high-end expensive set of in-ears, and not getting it on the warranty, I never spend that much money on it anyways. It's mostly for podcasts, so sound quality is not important.

a) yes i use them on bus, train
b) nope
c) yes
d) maybe

a) Yes.
b) Ear buds started to separate from the jack, which eventually lost audio in left ear bud. Also had earbud speaker separated when trying to have cord hang outside of clothing (Pedestrian got too close and snagged on it as they walked past.
c) I'm very careful with my headphones/earphones. I clean them regularly, and I'm always aware of whether they will be in danger of being snagged/pulled/etc.
d) Yes

a) all of them... ferries, buses, trains, subways... wherever need be apply
b) sure, one earbud just fizzled out and died; wires came loose from earbud on another one.. etc.
c) not really, since i haven't invested in a decent set of earbuds; cans, yes
d) probably, depending on if it's accessible enough for me to purchase. australia's premium prices, yay!

a) Yes, bus/train
b) Yes, at the Y-split in the cord.
c) Yes
d) if it's convenient and small to carry. I typically already keep them in a pouch though (I use in-ears, they're very small)

From what you describe your product seems very similar to the rubber strain relief that is on most 3.5 mm plugs by default, what's the difference?

a) No

b) yes; near the ear peice

c) yes

d) maybe

a) Well, yes. I'm addicted to music - I just can't leave house w/o earphones

b) Yes. the jack itself (propably from often plugging in and out). And very often cable near earbuds

c) i'm trying my best

d) maybe

a) Yes. (Don't take public transportation here but when I lived in Japan I would all the time on the train.)
b) Yes Just about every possible spot, I've gone through a lot of headphones.
c) So-so. I'm not overly careful but I don't throw them across the room either.
d) Probably not.

a) yes, anywhere. bus, train.

b) yes, right side doesn't work anymore, wire snapped.

c) yes, good care.

d) probably yes if the price is reasonable enough.

a) sometimes (depends on length of the ride; all transport)
b) no
c) i would say so, yes
d) i don't think so

a) Yes. Bus / Train
b) No
c) Yes
d) If the price is worth the reduction of risks and if the product does not hinder the use of the headphones.

a) yes: tram, bus
b) no
c) yes
d) maybe

a) Everywhere, when it´s possible
b) Nope
c) not really, it´s not necessery
b) propably not

a) Do you use headphones/earphones while taking public transport? If so what type? Yes, on bus and on the train
b) Have you ever broken your headphones/earphones? If so where did it break? Yep, lots of time. Normally, near the jack.
c) Do you take good care of your earphones/headphones? Yep
d) Would you purchase invest in a relatively cheap product which could prolong the life of your headphones/earphones? Yep

a) yes, on the bus
b) yes, near 3.5mm jack
c) I think I do but I never buy expensive earphones so I don't have to be extra careful (currently happy with 10eur Sony earphones)
d) probably, but wouldn't like to spend more than 5eur for it

a) Yes, all type (never even leave home without it)

b) Yes, at the wire next to the jack

c) Yes

d) Probably (what does realitely cheap mean anyway?)

• I don't use public transportation except in very rare cases. Very rare.
• Yes, usually the one earpieces goes boom.
• At first
• Depends on many factors