They connect the same, have better notice canceling plus come with an iOS App with the buds having more functionality including volume control. I hope they still make this shoe because I did not see them on their web site my last visit. I have now upgraded the tips to Comply memory foam tips with a big improvement. Après trois utilisation ! Im just a regular dude, but Ive listened to enough earbuds, headsets, and speakers to know something that sounds good. In my opinion, this is a very good slip on casual chose no more. And the bonus part for me is that I love the idea that fir each pair I buy they give a pair to child in need (I think in Africa, but not sure of the location). There was only sound in one earphone. Living in a small apartment requires thinking out of the box for storage ideas. It fails so miserably that I have to do all of my work at the office.