I finally have them. It's been a long wait, but I finally have Dyson's Zone headphones. You know, those windy things that Dyson is known for. I joined the email list way back when they were first announced, and I've been eagerly awaiting their arrival.
When I first got them, I noticed a few things. First, they smelled like a brand new motorbike helmet. Not necessarily a bad thing, but it was definitely noticeable. I also think they look pretty awesome - they're futuristic and steampunk at the same time. And they're built like a tank, which is to be expected given their hefty price tag.
But there's one glaring issue that I can't ignore. The headphones are floppy and adjustable, which is necessary for them to fit on people's heads, but it makes them feel less sturdy than I would like. The vents and screens are made of a soft silicon and hard plastic, which is a bit of a strange combination.
One of the main selling points of these headphones is their air filtration capabilities. I can see why this would be appealing, especially for people who live in areas with poor air quality. Dyson has a long history of making high-quality air filtration devices, so it's no surprise that they've incorporated this technology into their headphones.
But here's the thing - the air filtration feature is completely useless if you don't have the Dyson app. You can't even turn the headphones on without the app, which is a major pain. And once you do have the app, you're trusting Dyson with even more of your personal data. It's a bit of a gamble, and not one that I'm particularly comfortable with.
As for the actual sound quality of the headphones, it's decent. They're not the best headphones I've ever used, but they're certainly not the worst. The noise canceling feature works well, but it's not perfect. And the microphone is just okay - it gets the job done, but it's not anything to write home about.
Overall, I'm a bit underwhelmed by Dyson's Zone headphones. They have some interesting features, but the fact that you need the app to use them is a major drawback. And the fact that they're so expensive is also a bit of a turn-off. If you're in the market for high-end headphones with air filtration capabilities, these might be worth considering. But for most people, they're probably not worth the investment.