Right out of the package I noticed a static/crackling sound from the ear buds. If I turned the volume up it went away but I don't listen to music/radio that loud so it became annoying. Returning them to store of purchase hoping to exchange for a different pair.

Hi! My name is Eva .I bought less than a year Philips earphones with mic. I used this product when I make phone calls and watch videos in you tube. Unfortunately after few months, the mic stopped working at all .Recently ,I am not able to watch videos .Every time I plug the earphones the video stops and the sound even come from the speakers ,not from the plugged earphones .I used 2 mobiles -Nokia-Microsoft Lumia 535 and HTCm8. Thank you in advance. I am looking forward to hearing from you.

This product is mainly useful for the jack so it can be used in most electronic items in order to play music. Decibel level no problem and can also be used as a hands free on most smartphones. So, in conclusion, does a great job of letting you play your music and also has lasted for over two years in my case.