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Bragi Unveils 'MyTap' Update to Control Headphones Through Gestures on the Cheek
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I had one of those things. It was awful. Probably the worst bluetooth earpiece I've ever owned.
LIES LIES LIES... they tell us this feature will be available next week, and then last minute will pull it, say nothing, and then act like WE are the crazy ones! Oh wait, it's not an Apple product.
Just got my Dash yesterday.. glad I pulled the trigger. Looking forward to the update. The Dash just keeps getting better!
I had a Jawbone before, you havr to tap the device. This update lets you tap your cheek instead of the earbud itself (which I admit takes some getting used to).
I had a Jawbone before, you havr to tap the device. This update lets you tap your cheek instead of the earbud itself (which I admit takes some getting used to).
If this feature is even remotely unreliable it's a non starter. Not going to repeatedly tap my cheeks in public.
I think I would prefer tapping the device versus my cheek. I think the awkwardness of it all seems unappealing to me. But I like the way they look.
As someone who has some I can say I'll probably change over to AirPods. They are somewhat uncomfortable on long runs because of the HR sensor nubs and the charging pins poking out. They also won't pair with the Apple Watch (yet).
why wouldn't they pair with the apple watch? surely if you are playing music the watch will pick up on this.
The new update enables AW connectivity and also has new head gestures, myTap. I'm curious, how long are your runs and do you do indoor or outdoor running?
Runs vary. Anywhere for 30 min on indoor elliptical to 4 mile jog outdoors (35 min give or take) to two hour walks.
I've worn mine for as long as almost 2 hours without any issues. I use the comply foam and didn't put on any sleeves. When I used those ear wing things sound was not good and they popped out of my ears.
I own a pair and love them. This feature's great IMO because often I'll have my ears covered by a coat hood or sweatband. Being able to tap my face (although it seems like a sign for someone to plant a kiss on you - haha) will be more intuitive.
I'm getting the Airpods next week because of the connection to various Apple devices.
Bragi is on my list of potential future buys.
Gesture control is a fascinating technology.
Bring it on.
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