Using TWS earbuds its a trend in everywhere. However, there is a new trend among celebrities these days: they are wearing wired earphones. Which earphones are safe?
A few years ago, it seemed that wired earphones would disappear completely and be replaced by TWS wireless earbuds. But now, this trend seems to be reversing.
Celebrities and influencers in India and abroad are once again seen using wired earphones. With this, a new debate has started on social media on whether wired earphones are safe or wireless earbuds are unhealthy. Recently, several prominent international celebrities have been spotted wearing wired earphones in public. Following this, Gen-Z consumers are also following this trend.
Easy to use
Now it is considered as a cool and authentic style. People say that wired earphones are very simple, just plug them in and they are ready to use immediately. No hassles like pairing, batteries or charging. Indeed, some practical issues with TWS earbuds have been reported. Many users have complained about frequent connection issues, battery draining quickly, and audio lag. Prolonged use may also cause ear pain or discomfort. That’s why some people are turning back to wired earbuds.
Now the biggest question… are wireless earbuds really harmful to health?
There is a lot of fear and confusion over this on the internet. Some people believe that Bluetooth earbuds emit radiation near the ears. However, there is still no strong scientific evidence that they are dangerous in general use. Experts say they emit very low levels of radiation.
No risk of radiation!
Doctors believe that the real danger is not from the radiation, but from the high volume. Prolonged use of any earphone, whether wired or wireless, at high volume can cause hearing damage. Therefore, volume control is crucial. However, there is another practical problem with TWS earbuds. They go too deep into the ear, increasing the risk of earwax build-up, irritation or infection. Wired earphones don’t go as deep, and they don’t have a battery, so they don’t run the risk of overheating or exploding.
There are frequent discussions about whether earbuds can cause cancer. However, experts say that earbuds or mobile phones emit very little radiation, which generally does not pose a cancer risk. There are many studies and tests available to back this up. However, even if the quality is poor or the product is not certified, exposure to radiation can be dangerous. There is also a lifestyle dimension to this trend. Nowadays people are tired of being constantly connected. Wired earphones offer a break from the digital world. Moreover, the retro trend is making a comeback as old gadgets are becoming popular again.
Stable audio and no fear of loss
When it comes to audio quality, many experts believe that wired earphones provide more consistent and delay-free sound. That’s why wired audio is still preferred for tasks like gaming, editing and music production. While wireless earbuds have their own advantages, they offer active noise cancellation, portability, and smart features that wired earphones lack. Hence, both have their advantages and disadvantages.
Several studies have clearly shown that using in-ear wired or wireless earphones at high volume is not good for the ears. It is best to use earphones carefully and for short periods of time. Also, it is always better to keep the volume low.