I love my new sandals! So, no complaints and Im glad I bought them. I was honestly shocked when it came in. These have been the most impressive ear buds I?ve ever heard! I also like the fact that they have a real button that depresses, not a sensor pad. My theory is that Apple changed suppliers or materials in 2020 that is causing reactions to some users. Perhaps I should have heeded the grammatically erroneous instruction manuals advice to assemble with "2 persons cooperation," but as a self respecting, slightly masochistic adult I decided to go it alone. It work OK when it connects, but most of the time it doesnt connect. I will probably use some bungy cords and a lashing strap just to be safe, which I have done before in the past. and then the stitching fell apart.