Here are some Lightning headphones for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

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Have you pre-ordered your iPhone 7? If you did, you’d probably know what you’re (not) getting with your new phone. We’ve compiled a little list of headphones that can take advantage of the sole Lightning port on your new device, and we've arranged it to start from the most affordable up to the priciest option out there. If it helps, check out this Belkin splitter if you want to charge your phone while listening to music.

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S$42
Well, what do you know? The Lightning EarPods are actually one of the most affordable options out there. It should work just like the traditional 3.5mm EarPods, but with Lightning-only iPhones. It features controls on the wire that are identical to the traditional EarPods.

 

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US$199 (Local pricing TBA)
The JBL Reflect Aware is a pair of Lightning connector sports earphones with adjustable Noise Control features (done via the proprietary app). As a sports buddy, it comes with both ergonomic sport ear tips and regular ones, so the user can switch them about for the right occasion. You can get it online like most other audio products, or wait till Harman makes it locally available.

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US$180 (~S$ 244.10)
The new Lightning-only Libratone in-ear headphones come with CityMix – it’s an adjustable noise-canceling feature that’s powered by your iPhone (requires proprietary app). It also has Siri compatibility, which allows users to speak to Siri via the built-in microphone. They come in four colors that match well with existing iPhone variants: Elegant Nude, Cloudy White, Stormy Black, and Rose Pink. These in-ear headphones are new, so there’s no local availability announced yet. However, you can pre-order a pair from their US website, and they’re expected to ship by October 2016.

 

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US$199 (~S$ 269.50)
These Philips headphones come with 40mm drivers, an integrated Lightning connector, and it packs a built-in 24-bit DAC for higher-quality audio. What’s most attractive about this pair is its black leather-stitch design, which complements the Jet Black iPhone 7 very nicely. At any rate, buying them through Amazon after factoring in shipping fees still makes the M2L cheaper than its original S$469 Singapore launch price – these cans are now discontinued here, according to Philips.

 

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S$849
This pricey pair comes with a built-in 24-bit DAC and mic on the removable Lightning cable. Audeze also provides a removable 3.5mm cable for purists who still connect to devices that aren’t necessarily an iPhone, too. The SINE comes with an accompanying app for controlling the EQ and sound presets. It features an on-ear design with foldable cups, making it comfortable for usage and portability. Alternatively, there are the prettier and pricier Audeze EL-8 headphones (available on Lazada).

 

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Phaz markets these headphones as a pair that supports digital music. This means that the Phaz P5 uses the iPhone’s Lightning connector, or microUSB port for non-iPhone audio. Another interesting feature is its patented mobile device charging technology. Unlike typical new-age headphones that can only draw power from your device, the 2,000mAh Phaz P5 actually charges the phone while you listen to music. It also comes with a 3.5mm port so your friend can plug their headphones into yours, and you effectively “share” your music with them. The only caveat is the Phaz P5 won’t be out for a little while longer, with an “autumn 2016” availability.