Creative introduces its first stereo headset for iPhones and iPods

Reuben Lee | Jul 16, 2008

Following the recent launch of its Zen X-Fi player, audio device maker Creative today announced its upcoming pair of in-ear headset, the EP630i, for the Singapore market. Targeted mainly at iPhone users, the black EP630i is the first pair of Creative earphones we've seen that features an integrated in-line microphone. It also comes with a button to facilitate toggling between making calls and listening to music.

According to Creative, the EP630i is powered by 9mm Neodymium magnet drivers and comes with silicon earbuds in three different sizes. While it is not indicated in the press release whether the EP630i will be launched in other countries, the headset is expected to debut in Singapore in early September at a retail price of S$79 (US$58.09).

Update: Creative has just confirmed that the EP630i will be available in Singapore and Hong Kong in July, followed by other Asian markets from August 2008 onwards. The company has also clarified that the EP630i is not its first earphones with built-in microphone, though it is Creative's first headset targeting the mobile phone market, specifically the iPhone. In addition, the in-line microphone can be used for voice recording on the iPhone, but it will require an additional application (such as voice memo or voice note) to be installed.

Filed under: Mobile Phones, Music & Play
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jixiangli says...
It didn't take Creative much 'creative' development to place their logo on the Sennheiser CX300 - branded buds... Should make a neat package with the microphone but I fear the build quality (very thin wires) isn't up to long-term headset usage.

Jul 16, 2008 21:02