Its basically brain candy when you want something fun to read but dont want to commit too much time or risk. These are extremely comfortable and sound significantly better than $20 basic disposable headphones. I use them with the CanOpener app on my iPhone. It shows the wooden part behind the metal brackets. Highly recommended and tried and tested! Price was good. * VFX - Boundaries Down* Lights, camera, heart-pounding-action. When I opened the box it was packed very securely and so as to prevent potential damage to the product. BOO for STARBUCKS for selling OLD coffee as NEW. Not sure how long it will last but it solves my immediate problem.