Bose Launches 'QuietComfort 45' Noise Cancelling Headphones

On Tuesday Bose has announced the launch of its latest pair of noise cancelling headphones – QuietComfort 45.

The QuietComfort 45 maintain the hallmarks of their predecessor with amazing audio performance, all-day comfort and stability, super- simple controls, rock-solid connectivity, and an update to the iconic design that made QCs one of the most recognizable wearables ever. The QuietComfort 45 headphones will be available starting September 23rd for $329.95, and pre-orders start today at Bose.com and select resellers.

Adidas is Developing Solar-Powered Headphones

Adidas is currently developing a pair of solar-powered headphones in partnership with Exeger. Digital Trends interviewed Gustaf Rosell, chief product and innovation Officer at Zound Industries.

One of the key differences is they are powered by any light. Direct sunlight will be the strongest source, but even indoor lighting or, even better, having it close to windows will generate energy. The cells are flexible in their application and not sensitive to being shadowed in the same way as traditional solar cells.

Kid's Volume-Limiting Headphones: $29.99

We have a deal on a pair of LSTN 85s, headphones designed for kids, with a maximum volume of 85 decibels. The 85 automatically limits volume output at 85 decibels (the World Health Organization standard for safe listening), ensuring that anyone can listen damage-free for up to eight hours at a time. They’re $29.99 through our deal, and they’re available in White, Blue, and Pink.

Jokitech Walnut Wooden Aluminum Headphone Stand: $24.99

We have a deal on the Jokitech Walnut Wooden Aluminum Headphone Stand. Minimal and sleek, this stand will let you keep your headphones off your desk, safely out of the way. It’s padded, and the rest on this model is walnut. There are also options for Space Gray and Silver models in the deal listing. You can get this stand for $24.99 through our deal.

Apple Celebrates Mickey Mouse's 90 Anniversary with Limited Edition Beats Solo 3 Wireless Headphones

It’s the 90th anniversary of Mickey Mouse, so Apple and Disney teamed up for a limited edition version of the Beats Solo 3 Wireless headphones showing off the iconic mouse. The headphones include a gray felt case with Beats and Mickey emblems, a special 90th anniversary Mickey pin, a decal, and of course Mickey is printed on the headphones, too. You can pick up the 90th anniversary Mickey Mouse Beats headphones for US$329.95.

Boxing Day with Your Two Favorite Geeks – Mac Geek Gab 689

Recurring Keychain authorization requests bugging you? iMessages out of order? Want to know what to do with your dead drives? This is just where your two favorite geeks start this week’s episode. Then it’s on to a headphone and earphone discussion, including some talk about letting ambient sound in, and letting someone else listen in on your bluetooth connection! Cool Stuff Found rounds out the show. Press play, listen, and learn! Oh, and enjoy, too.