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We’ve had these since December 2024, so this isn’t a quick take. My daughter wears them almost 24/7—if she’s awake, they’re on. After 19 months of daily use, I had to come back and update because this is the kind of review I’d want before dropping this much cash. They’re surprisingly comfortable. They have a bit of weight, but once on, they feel like a firm, cushioned pillow around your ears. The mesh headband still looks brand new—no stretch or sag. Sound quality is insane: deep bass, crystal clear, and they get loud without that scratchy sound. Even at high volume, they stay smooth. Barely any sound leakage—you can’t hear what she’s listening to unless you’re wearing them. Battery life is crazy; she’s gone days without charging and still had juice. With an iPhone, setup is effortless—just put them on and they connect. No Bluetooth menu, no fuss. The ear cups rotate flat, making the case easy to use. Durability? After 19 months, no paint chips, cushions hold shape, mesh headband looks great, and they still work perfectly. Twice the audio acted weird, but a quick settings fix resolved it. The only “downside” is how freakishly good the noise cancellation is. It creeps me out. If she has them on, she can’t hear me at all—even without music. I have to text or walk into her room. Annoying as a parent, but that’s exactly what it’s supposed to do. Expensive? Sure. But after 19 months of daily use, worth every penny. If these broke tomorrow, we’d buy another pair without thinking twice.

I picked these up for work and they’ve totally blown me away. The noise cancellation is incredible—everything just disappears when I put them on. Sound quality is crystal clear and balanced, perfect for music or video calls. They felt a bit tight at first, but after a week they loosened up and now I can wear them for hours. Pairing with my Mac is instant, and while I had a couple of drops on Windows, reconnecting is quick. Battery life is fantastic, and the build feels premium. Honestly, these are the best headphones I’ve bought this year.