These multimedia headphones from RIM were spotted at CES by Kevin though they were called Executive headphones at the time. I was just told that they are already available for $39.99 at eSHOPlimited.com. These headphones essentially add Play/Pause, next track, and previous track buttons to the RIM premium stereo headsets that were available before.
From the description:
Remember those times when you are listening to music on your BlackBerry device with your favorite wired headset and then suddenly somebody starts talking? Yes, we experienced those! We grab our BlackBerry device to put it to Pause, or worse — pull our earpieces out while the music is still playing.. ouch!
Not anymore, thanks to this Premium Multimedia Headset from RIM. Who needs to do their controls on their BlackBerry device when you can do it right on your BlackBerry Multimedia Headset? Come with BlackBerry Headset Pouch.
Model # ASY-15765-001
Compatible with
BlackBerry device that supports 3.5mm
MC Not Registered
Posted: January 14, 2009 at 9:24 AM EST
The right url to buy this item is:
http://www.eshoplimited.com/BlackBerry-Premium-Multimedia-Headset-with-AnswerEnd-Button_p_259.html
Regards
Downtown Tulsa Not Registered
Posted: March 25, 2009 at 10:24 AM EST
Great sound, but THESE EARBUDS DO NOT STAY IN YOUR EARS! I’ve even tried to replace the silicone earbud covers with ones I know fit my ears and they still will not stay in place. Don’t even try to walk or exercise with them. It’s a totally frustrating experience.
I wrote to RIM about the problem, and they told me that they do not manufacture accessories for the Blackberry and to contact the manufacturer directly. Whatever. They’re going back to the retailer that sold them to me. Avoid this product until design is improved.