INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT HEADPHONES

5 Interesting Facts About Headphones

( You Probably Didn’t Know)

Headphones are more than just a way to listen to music or podcasts.These are  everyday companion for work, travel  and leisure. Behind these small devices lies a fascinating history and some surprising facts.

1. The First Headphone Was Invented in 1910

Nathaniel Baldwin created the first modern style headphones in his kitchen. Surprisingly, the U.S. Navy bought them because they were better than anything else available at the time.

2. They Were Once “Dangerous”

In the 1950s, people believed wearing headphones in public was unsafe, as it made users “unaware of their surroundings.” Today, the same concern still exists with noise-canceling models.

3. Noise-Canceling Was Designed for Pilots

Bose introduced noise-canceling headphones in the late 1980s.These were prepared to help pilots block out the loud hum of airplane engines. Now, these are very favorite among travelers worldwide.

4. Headphones Can Affect Your Health

Listening at high volume for long periods can damage hearing power. Experts recommend following the 60/60 rule.It is the thumb rule to listen at 60% volume for no more than 60 minutes at a time.

5. The World’s Most Expensive Pair Costs Over $100,000

The Focal Utopia by Tournaire headphones are made with 18-karat gold and hundreds of diamonds and cost over $100000.

Final Thought

Headphones have come a long way from military tools to luxury fashion items. Next time you put yours on, remember :

"you are using a gadget with over a century of innovation behind it."

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