C_Lindbergh
Headphoneus Supremus
That all sounds great, but sounds like a different product, one that you wouldn’t clip on your shirt or get for $100. I want that one to still exist.
No-plastic shell: More expensive. Metallic enclosures compromise reception of internal antennae. See BTR3 vs. µBTR (same radio, different result). Also, an all-metal enclosure would necessitate an external antenna.
Better clip: Yes!
Better buttons: Yes, a bit more protrusion and differentiation.
Larger battery: Heavier, larger, more expensive. 8-10 hrs not enough?
LED: I'm ok with the status quo, but am open to change.
USB-C: Eventually.
Wireless charging: Nice to have, but I wouldn’t pay more for it.
Knob: How about the old jog wheel (like the middle mouse wheel/button)? I miss the Rio Karma ergonomics.
TANSTAAFL
I didn't mean a metal case, more like an aluminum frame/buttons with glas back/front... Like a top tier smartphone.
8-10 hours is enough most times, but with battery degradation I rather have a bit extra
LED: I really like that the BTR3's LED changes color depending on the BT codec
USB C is a no brainer for any devices released this year and beyond, another micro USB B would be laughable.
Wireless charghing: I didn't think much about wireless charghing until i tried it myself, its so convenient, also with most flagships of 2019 will feature reverse wireless charging, which could be a life saver on long trips for stuff like BT dac/smart watches/ BT headphones.
I wouldn't mind to pay a bit extra for all these features considering Radsones awesome track record with everything from SQ to firmware updates.
I'm also thinking about an improved ambient mode, like todays BT headphones, but obviously it will be much harder since the mics wont be outside of both ears.
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