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Those of you that workout, and run is your smartphone also your MP3 player?
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It uses the same button combos as the ones you can use on the 4th gen Shuffle and iPhone, right? I guess it wouldn't be too bad, I do use the headphone controls a lot while running.
I use my S4 as my music in the gym and it works great. love the slide to change the song with my hand...
I used my iPhone 4 when I had it for any activity I did, whether running, walking or simply mowing the lawns (I almost walk 10km when doing a full mow!) and I will do the same with my HTC One. Not only does it give me some music to listen to which I enjoy it acts as a recorder of where I've been or how much I've done as well as timing it.
I used to use my iPhone 4 in the gym when I still went, but gave that up to work more on basic cardio and plyometrics, which is more in tune to the sport I play.
I used to use my iPhone 4 in the gym when I still went, but gave that up to work more on basic cardio and plyometrics, which is more in tune to the sport I play.
yeah it is the same scheme as the 4th gen and iphone. I never used the controls....just turn in on and go, but I always thought it was easier to reach for the controls on the headphones vs the device itself.
It looks like the obvious answer to my problem is an iPod nano. I had the square touch screen nano with the clip, and lost it(or it was stolen). I don't need my phone with me in the gym, but I like having my phone with me on long runs for the camera. Looks like I will wait for the iPod refresh since it's so close, and then go from there. Thanks for all of the advice. 
That is gutsy depending on where you work out
You mean due to theft or damage? So far no issues but I keep it close to me.
Right, I am careful about where I put it, but I am also concerned about that from time to time.
Today is leg day for me. The GS4 is in my pocket.
After I'll do a two miler.
Most of the time I don't even notice it. I do however use Apple Earpods because they stay in my ear better than all other headsets I own.
I'll have to checkout the Jaybird Bluebuds based upon the feedback in this thread.
After I'll do a two miler.
Most of the time I don't even notice it. I do however use Apple Earpods because they stay in my ear better than all other headsets I own.
I'll have to checkout the Jaybird Bluebuds based upon the feedback in this thread.
I am a personal trainer and I work out a lot. I currently own the gn2 while I work out I carry my phone in a fanny pack safely tucked away while listening to my music. And i keep my car keys in the bag too. Never had a problem with my fanny pack.
So yes
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That's really stupid what gym is this? Security reasons? Our members would flip if they were told no phones allowed with cameras. ..
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No, I have a 7th Gen. Nano and a Shuffle for use while exercising although I've not been using them as much as I should lately.
Have been listening to Google Play Music All Access on my phones a lot recently, plus I like to record my walks and runs with Endomondo Sports Pro.
Have been listening to Google Play Music All Access on my phones a lot recently, plus I like to record my walks and runs with Endomondo Sports Pro.
I am a personal trainer and I work out a lot. I currently own the gn2 while I work out I carry my phone in a fanny pack safely tucked away while listening to my music. And i keep my car keys in the bag too. Never had a problem with my fanny pack.
So yes
I'm in the gym quite often, but a fanny pack just isn't for me. With that being said, I went on a trip this weekend, and found my square clip on touch screen nano I've been missing for a year now safely tucked away in my luggage. Go figure, but super excited to have it back!
^^^
I know a fanny pack is not for everyone but I keep my valuables safely next to me. I have done it for years
I know a fanny pack is not for everyone but I keep my valuables safely next to me. I have done it for years
This is the way to go. Jaybirds are pretty awesome, they easily carry across the entire gym. We have small temporary lockers which are on the gym floor and I can put my phone inside one of these and have no issues getting reception clear across the other side of the gym. I primarily only stream music from DI.FM and SKY.FM apps.
I have the older Jaybirds, I've been really tempted to buy the bluebuds which are a bit smaller than the ones I have. How do you like em?
Loving them!! Jaybird sorted out the initial issues where the headphones were not properly sweat proof, now they rock solid. Sound quality is good, range improved and battery life up from 4 to 8 hours. The voice notifications are a handy edition too, don't know how I survived for so long without them...
Get em!!
Cool thanks, I think I'm going to grab a pair. I can't say enough how much I love the original jaybirds, I still use them to this day.