myFirst Headphones AirWaves (Pink)

£49.00

I use my headphones every day, whether for listening to music while doing tasks, or to watch TV on my phone without disturbing other people. Therefore, it's no surprise that kids today, who are growing up in this technologically advanced world, also want their own set of headphones so they can play games and listen to music too.

However, one of the main concerns for headphone users, both young and old, is the effect headphones can have on your hearing – especially when listening to music a little too loud. Therefore, myFirst have developed a pair of headphones designed specifically for kids that will protect their ears whilst giving them the independence to listen to their own music.

As soon as I opened the box, I was impressed with just how minimalist yet colourful the headphones were. The pair we reviewed came in a lovely pink and blue colourway, with the earpieces in baby pink, whilst the connecting band was a lovely light blue. On one of the pink earpieces, there are purple buttons, and these allow kids to turn on the headphones and adjust the volume. However, parents don’t have to worry about kids turning the volume up too loud and hurting their hearing in the long term, as the headphones don’t go above 85dB. This means parents can let their kids use the headphones with peace of mind knowing that they won't be hurting their hearing.

This focus on safety is further enhanced by the open-ear design, which uses air conduction. This design ensures a comfortable over-the-ear wear, which is safer for kids than an in-ear design, as the sound is not being directly channelled into the ear canal. Instead, the air conduction means that they can hear the audio just fine, without such direct sound into the ear canal. Another key aspect of the design that I like is just how flexible they are. The headphones are wireless with just a connecting bar between each earpiece. This band is super flexible, which means that the headphones can be twisted or bent without causing any damage to the headphones. Instead, the headphones are designed to bounce back, which allows them to be durable enough to withstand the drops and bumps that might occur when a kid is playing.

One of the key perks of the myFirst Headphones AirWaves is their ability to provide around 8 hours of playback time. This is perfect for allowing your kids to listen to music or play a game with the headphones on without them running out of charge too fast. With many parents limiting screen time already, I’m sure the headphones would last a few days with a couple of hours of use a day. 

If your kid has been wanting to use your headphones, but you’re worried about damage to their hearing, the myFirst Headphones AirWaves are a great place to start. The headphones give your kids a little independence as they discover music, whilst giving you peace of mind that the protection of their hearing has been taken into consideration across the whole design.

Pros:

• Child-friendly headphones design with comfort and safety
• Reduced decibel level to protect hearing
• Ear to use controls
• Flexible design that ensures durability