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The good: The Radius Atomic Strap Earbuds are reasonably priced, offer a ton of bass, pipe out reasonably good audio, and match the coloring of the 3G iPod Nano. The earbuds are small, stylish, and comfortable.
The bad: The Radius Atomic Strap Earbuds only work with the third-generation iPod Nano, and even then only for those who are willing to wear the player around the neck. Bass can be overpowering for those who prefer more even and clear sound.
The bottom line: The Radius Atomic Strap Earbuds are a solid option for 3G iPod Nano owners who like lots of bass and don't want to break the bank to get it. They're not the most versatile earphones, though.
Specifications: Product type: Headphones; Design: In-ear ear-bud; Color: Cyan blue; See full specs
Price range: $39.99
CNET editors' review
- Reviewed on: 07/10/2008
Colorful earbuds have become increasingly popular with headphone manufacturers, possibly because of consumer demand for something a bit more stylish than plain white or black. It's no wonder: Earphones are basically accessories that serve to pipe music to your ears, so they might as well be fashionable. Radius is one company that has popped up with an impressive array of color-coordinated headphones. One model, the Atomic Strap, even attaches to the bottom of your 3G iPod Nano and lets you sport it around your neck. At $40, these 'phones are quite a value for bass-loving Nano owners.
The Radius Atomic Strap earbuds are available in a variety of colors to match the third-generation Nano, but owners of the pink and red version are out of luck for the time being. As of press time, available colors include black, silver, blue, and green. The earbuds descend from two thin, white cables that are attached to a thick white neck strap (except in the black version, where all cords are black). At the end of the lanyard is a small rectangular attachment that connects to the iPod via the dock connector and headphone jack. The player feels very secure when docked onto the Atomic Strap; in fact, it's a bit of a challenge to detach it. While worn, the iPod hangs about a foot or so from the neck. The earbuds cannot be used with any other device, meaning they're not terribly versatile, but we're willing to forgive this given the affordable price tag.
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Radius Atomic Strap Earbuds (blue):
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