Review: Sony Ericsson's LiveSound hi-fi headset

A sound buy

Never miss what's said with Sony Ericsson's LiveSound hi-fi headset

by Hiranand Sunny Naresh

04:45 AM Dec 28, 2011

 

SmartExtras, by Sony Ericsson, is a new range of accessories designed to provide users with the most complete mobile phone experience.

Part of that range is the LiveSound hi-fi headset that is said to bring the best aural experience to your ears.

This pair of headphones comes with flat, tangle-free wires which will surely be welcomed by users who have spent countless hours (well, it feels like it) untangling stubborn knots before they can listen to their favourite tunes.

It is also built on a new generation of speaker drivers which promise a breakthrough in audio quality despite the smaller size.

But what makes LiveSound different from ordinary headphones is its LiveKey control. This nifty feature makes it possible for the user to access applications in the phone with a simple push of a button on the headset.

This function is great for fitness buffs, for example, who might want regular updates on how many calories they have burnt. Once the Sporty Pal application on the device is activated, users can just press the LiveKey button during their workout to get information such as their current heart rate or distance covered. Best part of this is that you can do all of that without having to remove the phone from your pocket, so there's no disruption to your workout.

The LiveKey also works with the TrackID application. Once again, with a simple push of a button, users can get the name, artist and album of any tune being blasted from a nearby speaker or playing on the radio. HIRANAND SUNNY



The Sony Ericsson LiveSound headset, which is compatible with the latest range of Sony Ericsson phones, comes in both black and white, and currently retails at the recommended price of S$128.

Source:  www.todayonline.com/TechandDigital/EDC111228-0000006/A-sound-buy