They do eventually weaken and break down but for the price its better value for me. Im ordering a new set and hoping it will last longer :) So youre pretty much forced to use it in free-spin mode, but it spins WAY too freely. To my surprise, they have surpassed my expectations. I dont notice it after awhile. Theyre so soft and exactly what I was looking for. 10/10 Customer support: The beeping is gone now10/10 Audio: Speaker is Very loud and crisp, even at high volumes. I normally wear 7. if the right ear bud feels loose and you push it back in you may turn them off. Watch the video