Dyson has introduced the OnTrac headphones in India. The UK-based tech firm announced that the Dyson OnTrac headphones will provide up to 55 hours of listening time and feature more than 2,000 customizable color combinations for the outer caps and ear cushions.
# Dyson OnTrac Overview:- Second iteration of Dyson's audio offering.
- Lighter and more affordable than the Dyson Zone.
- Focuses solely on being an audio product.
# Design Features:
- Large design, including headband and ear cups.
- Soft cushioned headband for comfort during long use.
- Adjustable design to fit various head sizes.
- Ear cups cover ears without causing heat buildup.
- Customizable metal casing and ear cup cushions.
# Controls and Functionality:- Left ear cup: power button and pairing function.
- Right ear cup: toggle button for play, pause, volume, and skipping songs.
- Microphones on both sides for noise cancellation.
- Noise cancellation activated by double-tap on ear cups.
- No additional gesture controls on metallic ear cups.
# Noise Cancellation:- Engaging experience with a suction noise when activated.
- Effective noise cancellation, allowing some background sounds (e.g., fan hum, typing).
- Dyson app for disabling noise cancellation or switching to transparency mode.
- Three preset equalizer modes available in the app.
# Sound Quality:- Excellent sound range with distinct layers for instruments.
- Clear separation of sounds in complex pieces (e.g., Madras String Quartet).
- Strong bass response without needing bass boost mode.
- Great clarity for vocals and instruments (e.g., Shankar Mahadevan's Paani).
# Call Quality and Content Consumption:- Clear call quality with automatic switch to transparency mode.
- Immersive audio experience for media consumption (e.g., watching Napoleon on Apple TV).
- Distinct sound space enhances the auditory experience.
# Limitations:- Not an audiophile headphone; lacks expert tuning.
- Premium price primarily reflects comfort, style, and brand prestige.
- Suggestion for full equalizer customization instead of just presets.
# Pricing:- Priced at Rs 44,900.
- Targets music lovers who value style alongside sound quality.
- Considered the best-looking headphone on the market.