100 Waterproof SYRYN Swimbuds Flip Bundle for Swimming with Music Enjoy Up to 2 000 Songs or 138

I have been a regular lap swimmer for over 15 years (also a former US Navy service member). At a minimum I am in the pool twice a week for 35 laps or more. Prior to purchasing the SYRYN, I had a first generation NuDolphin (purchased around 2005) that up and died on me a month and some ago, so I am no stranger to waterproof mp3 and what to expect from them. SYRYN and Swimbuds have both far exceeded my expectations. The sound quality is as optimal as I could hope, and is hugely exceptional for the cost. The instruction booklet was very clear and concise and easy to follow. I use Amazon Music as my go-to after ditching iTunes some years ago (very long story), and every song I have ever purchased through Amazon was very easy to transfer over to my Music folder on my computer (download the desktop Amazon Music app to make it super easy), then it was just drag and drop into the folder for the SYRYN. The device itself is even lighter than my NuDolphin was, and I like that the clip is wide, long, but lies very close to the device. I hook-slide it onto my swim cap and it doesn't budge! The ear buds are phenomenal. They keep all the water out of my ears and keep the sound quality clear and true through flip turns and depths up to 10ft (that's as deep as our pool is). As to the other reviews, I'm not sure why they've had such a hard time with the functions, especially since it's spelled out so easily in the booklet (like, 5th grader would say "duh"). To shuffle songs, simply press and hold the forward and reverse buttons simultaneously until the light indicator switches from red to purple/blue back to red again. To turn off shuffle, repeat. Volume: Press and hold the up/down button (co-located with the reverse/forward buttons... up and reverse, down and forward... up and down are in relation to the audio jack placement) until you achieve the desired sound level. Play/pause: self explanatory Turn on/off: press and hold the play/pause button until the indicator light turns on or off. Seriously, you cannot beat this player for the simplicity, functionality, quality of sound, craftsmanship, etc. I'm definitely glad I went with this player instead of the Diver or the costlier options. Plus, the company who stocks this is a home-run, family-run business. And no, I got absolutely nothing in return for this review. Read more

I hesitated to get this product based on some of the reviews. Then, I had some extra money and figured I'd give it a go. After all, some people mistreat their products and then complain. So, I read the instructions and followed them all. One thing I note is that they don't recommend recharging when it is wet. When the item came, I loaded it up with songs and used it during a workout in the pool. Then, I brought it to my next workout and it shut off and didn't seem to work properly. I thought, "great! here we go." I plugged it in at home to see if it needed a charge, and the computer wouldn't even find it. I then noticed a bit of dampness on the jack. I tried to dry it out a little, then it found the device. So, they mean what they say that it should be dry when you charge it. I fully charged it--no more than 3 hours per the instructions!--and it worked great during my next workout. The one thing I notice is that there isn't a clear way to see how the battery life is. Supposedly, the flashing light will indicate if the battery is low. But, if you have it affixed to your goggle strap, you're not looking at that. I suppose you could check it before your workout. But, it would be nice if I could plug it in and see the battery charge amount displayed. As far as sound quality, it's pretty decent. It's not up to par with the Sansa Move, or an iPod. It sounds a bit muffled by comparison with other mp3 players. BUT--those aren't meant to play underwater. And, the sound has to go through earplugs. With all that in mind, I'd say these have pretty decent sound quality. I'd also say that if you use the plugs, use the vaseline to put the plugs in. that really helps form a seal and keeps the sound good. I noticed that I didn't have as much on one plug and the sound kicked out on that side until I adjusted it in my ear. So, for those who had sound cutting out, maybe they didn't have it coated with the vaseline goo? It's possible. I'm sure that stuff keeps water out of the sound components, too, so the device will last longer. Anyway, to have music while I swim is great. I'd recommend this product. It's affordable and works. Read more