iHome Unveils New Headphones and Earbuds for Any Environment
iHome announces several new Bluetooth headphone SKUs ranging from high-performance weather-resistant sport earbuds to powerful over-ear headphones offering up to 43 hours of music playback

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- iHome, a leader in award-winning speakers, portable devices and smart home solutions, today announced that it will be unveiling four new earbud and headphone products at CES 2017. iHome is helping music lovers benefit from the flexibility offered by wireless technologies by offering a wider selection of Bluetooth earbuds and headphones boasting great sound and an impressive roster of advanced features – all at affordable prices.

"Headphones have been a hot-selling category for iHome for several years, and for 2017 we plan to continue in the category with several new product announcements that cater to a wide array of different headphone customer types," said Evan Stein, Director of Marketing for iHome. "iHome prides itself on packing its products with the latest technologies and this year's headphones and earbuds won't disappoint. We designed all of the latest SKUs with Bluetooth for better sound quality and improved wireless distance, built-in push-button access to smartphone assistants like Okay Google and Siri, and many of this year's models even work with Melody, allowing users to access their music on the go by voice."

iHome's latest earbuds and headphones being announced at CES 2017 include:

  • iB71 (MSRP $39.99) Bluetooth Water-resistant Sport Clip Earbuds – Featuring an iPX5-rated water-resistant construction for sweatproof use and protection from the elements, the iB71 sport earbuds from iHome offer rich, detailed sound with enhanced bass response without inconvenient cables and cords (earpieces are connected by a stylish flat cable for tangle free use). Bluetooth wireless capability lets you listen to audio from your mobile device from up to 30 feet away, while custom fit ear cushions make extended listening a pleasure- includes multiple ear cushions and ear clips for a secure fit. Built-in echo-cancelling mic provides for high-quality wireless phone calls and an in-line remote control puts track control, play/pause, answer/end calls and volume control within easy reach. Works with Melody Music Assistant, allowing you to use your access music while on the go by voice commands. Includes USB charging cable and travel pouch.
  • iB76 (MSRP $49.99) Weather Tough Bluetooth Sport Earbuds with Melody Voice Assistant – iP65-rated splashproof, sweatproof, shockproof and dustproof, great for outdoor use and protection from the elements. Its sweatproof ear hooks and ear cushions make extended listening a pleasure. Rechargeable battery provides up to eight hours of continuous use. Built-in echo-cancelling mic allows you to have crystal clear wireless phone calls and a remote control on the cable puts music, call and volume controls within easy reach. Voice prompts enhance user experience with Bluetooth pairing and interface confirmations. Voice activation lets you access Siri and Okay Google over the earbuds. Works with Melody Music Assistant, allowing you to use your voice to access music while on the go. Includes USB charging cable and travel pouch.
  • iB88 (MSRP $69.99) Weather Tough Foldable Bluetooth Headphones with Melody Voice Assistant – iP65-rated splashproof, sweatproof, dustproof rugged design is great for the music lover that enjoys taking their tunes outdoors, offering extreme protection from the elements. Its sweatproof padded headband and ear cushions make extended listening a pleasure, includes two sets of ear cushions to suit your style. Foldable construction for easy portability. Provides up to 18 hours of continuous use per charge. Built-in echo-cancelling mic allows you to have wireless phone calls and a remote control on the ear cup puts track control, play/pause, answer/end calls and volume control within easy reach. Voice prompts enhance user experience with Bluetooth pairing and interface confirmations. Voice activation lets you access Siri and Okay Google from your headphones. Works with Melody Music Assistant, allowing you to use your voice to access music while on the go. Includes USB charging cable and travel pouch.
  • iB90V2 (MSRP $49.99) Bluetooth Headphones with Extra Long Life Battery – Boasting impressive battery life, the iB90V2 features an extra-long life rechargeable battery that provides up to 43 hours of continuous listening. For those long listening sessions, its padded headband and ear cushions offer excellent comfort. Built-in echo-cancelling mic provides for crystal clear phone calls, and a remote control on the ear cup puts music, call and volume controls within easy reach. Voice prompts enhance user experience with Bluetooth pairing and interface confirmations. Voice activation lets you access Siri and Okay Google directly from the headphones.

High resolution images of the new models can be found at http://bit.ly/iHome_CES_2017_Headphones.

For more information about iHome and its products, please visit www.ihomeaudio.com.

About iHome

iHome was formed in 2005 as a division of SDI Technologies, founded in 1956. Today, iHome is the #1 selling brand in digital player speakers, including its acclaimed lines of Weather Tough and Color Changing speakers.

In 2016, iHome introduced its much-praised Zenergy line of sleep therapy speakers and popular Vanity Mirror with music and speakerphone capabilities, as it continues to bring its innovations to every room in the home.

iHome is also pioneering a new era of connected consumer electronics with the release of its iHome Control line of smart home products including SmartPlugs and SmartMonitor. The line is compatible with Apple HomeKit and can be voice controlled through both Siri and Amazon Alexa. Through partnerships with Nest, Wink, Amazon Echo and Apple, iHome's line of smart home products offer the broadest compatibility in the market.

iHome's products can be found worldwide through virtually every distribution network in over 40 countries. For more information on iHome and its products, visit ihomeaudio.com, Facebook (facebook.com/iHome), or follow @iHome on Twitter.

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For further information: Michael Farino, B/HI, ihome@bhimpact.com, (949) 346-1984