Best wired headphones for iPhone to buy in 2024
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Nowadays, especially in 2024, most people use wireless headphones and they no longer remember the iPhone users' pain from 2016 when Apple ditched the 3.5mm headphone jack...
However, if you're one of the people who still prefer wired earbuds and you have an iPhone, or maybe, your mom doesn't like wireless earbuds and wants something simple for her iPhone, you will need to look into headphones with a Lightning cable (unless your phone is the iPhone 15, then you need a USB-C headphones.)
Here, we have made a list of the best wired headphones for iPhone with Lightning connector you can get right now. Keep in mind, however, that Lightning headphones are going the way of the dodo, so the options are few, and dwindling each year.
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Apple EarPods - either with Lighning or USB-C
The simple solution from Apple
Apple's own EarPods with Lightning connector are a great option, especially if you're looking for a simple set of earphones and nothing too fancy. They don't have rubber eartips, so you won't be able to get a snug fit. These earphones are great if you're just looking for a spare pair of earphones that you can use as backup if, let's say, you have a wireless earbuds set and it runs out of battery. And, Apple's solution is cheaper (one of the few times that an Apple product is cheaper than its alternatives).
Also, you can get these ones even if you rock the iPhone 15, as they are available also with a USB-C connector.
The other ones we have here only come with a Lightning connector.
Belkin SoundForm headphones with Lightning connector
Great option for price and featuresBelkin’s SoundForm headphones are a great option if you want great sound quality. They are perfect for sport as they feature sweat and splash resistance. The cable of the SoundForm headphones by Belkin is tangle free. They come in two color variants ‒ white or black. Coming with three differently-sized ear tips, they're comfortable for any ear size and offer a great listening experience.
Pioneer Rayz Plus Earphones
Stylish earphones with noise cancellation
Pioneer Rayz Plus are stylish earphones with Lightning connector for great wired audio experience. They feature noise cancellation that adapts to the environment around you and allows hearing through, as well as tunes to your ear to calibrate with a simple app from the App Store. The Pioneer Rayz also has a customizable smart button that can bring up your favorite apps or answer calls. Additionally, if you take the earbuds out of your ears, they can automatically pause your music.
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