How to pick the right headphone - Earbuds are the type that sit

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Earbuds are the type that sit inside the cavity of your outer ears.

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In-canal earphone use silicone or foam tips to fit snugly into the auditory canal. These usually come with two to three 'tips' of different sizes to create a comfortable fit for almost anyone.

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Ear-pad headphones have sponge pads that cover your ears; usually connected via a flexible metal band that is worn over the head/around the back of your neck.

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Full-size headphones are the type you might have seen DJs wearing at a discotheque. These come with padded ear cups that surround your ears completely.

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