Ive now had this for several months and it works very well. My only complaint is that I didnt order enough, so I will be ordering more! the biggest issue ive had with Apple branded earbuds is that theyve never fit properly in my ears. I was expecting better sound quality judging by the fact that these are a newer version, they?re very loud but the sound quality does not sound like beats and I was very disappointed. Fell down within half hour. These exceeded my expectations in sound quality, comfort, and how easily they connected to my iPhone. Worked so well that I bought one for my aged father when his cheaper tv headphone set went out. These are part answer but the cord needs to be fixed. I run a video review show on Youtube and it has worked great. They come in a charging case that is constantly losing power unless its constantly plugged in.