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01 Nice tips The importance of snug-fitting ear tips can’t be overstated. You’ll only get the deepest bass and sweetest treble when the tips form a tight seal in the ear canal, which also provides excellent noise isolation. Most earphones include different sizes, but if not, you can buy universal foam or silicone tips from brands like Comply. 02 apt X Bluet ooth Because these in-ears use Bluetooth to transmit sound, the compressio­n process involved means you’ll sacrifice sound quality. But earphones like the Earin M-1s use the aptX codec to improve audio quality – although you’ll need a compatible device. 03 Get active Music is a great motivation­al tool for your fitness regime, and your new-found wireless freedom makes listening in the gym a cinch. Stabiliser­s and water resistance also come in handy. 04 Qual ity contr ol Bluetooth puts a ceiling on sound quality, but the bit-rate of your music files still has a big bearing on performanc­e. Rip tracks in the highest quality your storage will allow, and

opt for higher-quality streams in music apps like Spotify. 05 Widen your horizon Instead of leaving that Barry Manilow album on repeat, why not sign up to a music-streaming service and explore new sounds? Services like Spotify, Deezer, Apple Music and SoundCloud offer a treasure trove of music. 06 A bit of TLC Don’t be tempted to throw your earphones on the table when you get home – keep them in their carry case. Not only will they last longer, it’ll mean they’re charged next time you head out.

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