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The cable looks slim and tidy, but the non-flat design can bunch up and tangle in a pocket.
Pros: Software/setup simplicity, Built-in DAC and hi-res playback
Cons: Equalizer customization, Water/sweat resistance rating
The cable is the most divisive part: some like the light braided design, but many criticize tangling, microphonics, cheap feel, or proprietary fit frustrations.
Pros: Weight comfort, Comfort during long use
Cons: Microphone quality for calls, Water/sweat resistance rating
The magnetic proprietary cable supports the waterproof design, but it adds one more special accessory to keep track of, and one reviewer reported unreliable wired file transfers.
Pros: Water/sweat resistance rating, Weight comfort
Cons: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Equalizer customization