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Sometimes I feel like the only person on earth that cannot find a comfortable pair of headphones. Dramatics aside, does anyone enjoy wearing ear buds that feel as though they are trying to permanently stretch the inside of your ears? At first they feel good and you say to yourself “maybe I have finally gotten past the painful stage”. Then fifteen minutes later – about the time they need to be adjusted – the painful burning begins. So, do you leave them in not? Personally I cringe and then quickly remove them.

Years ago I purchased a Sony Walkman Sports Radio. It is one of the gadgets that I have kept and continued to use although technology has passed it by. Actually, the radio is not my favorite, the headphones that came with it are. They are very thin, easily adjusted and they sit just inside of my ears – pain free.

Now there may be another set of headphones that I could love. The Audio Bone headphones are quite expensive but the price may be worth it. Bone Conduction Technology works by transmitting vibrations to the inner ear via the bone in front of the ears instead of through the eardrum – inside of the ear. Not only do you have a better chance of protecting your hearing but they are more comfortable as well. Big ears or small ears the fit is the same.

The Audio Bone headphones may not please everyone. Those that are looking for the highest quality sound like they would get through a set of noise canceling Bose ear buds may want to pass. After all, the design of the Audio Bone headphones are meant to allow for the surrounding sounds to be heard. This is another reason that I like them. Real life sounds are important to runners, walkers and even cyclists.

The naked iPhone 3G is gorgeous and very tough when it comes to scratches. Still there are those that prefer to cover it up. Secure grip and extra protection – not to mention the added personalization that comes with products like DomeSkin for iPhone 3G are more than enough reasons to make their point. No matter what side of the argument you find yourself on I hope open minds will prevail.

The DomeSkin iPhone 3G skin is reusable. If one is placed onto an iPhone it can easily be removed. No residue is left behind and it will adhere as well the second time as the first. Designs vary and include Fleur De Lys, Garden of Earthly Delights, Skull and Jackpot.

• The Fleur De Lys – As the name reveals the colors are black and white and the design is a repeat of the Fleur De Lys on the front and back skins.
• Garden of Earthly Delights – The most noticeable colors is white, pink and black. There are flowers and leaves lining the edges of both the front and back skins.
• Skull – The predominant colors are black, red and white. The Skulls are almost abstract so do not be afraid of this one. The back skin is a repeat of the front skin.
• Jackpot – Front is mostly black and red with “Ace” cards and Poker chips along one side. The back is a repeat of the front except with more detail with an added set of dice.

At approximately $15 each the DomeSkin skins are reasonably priced and would be a great change of pace. From day to day we all wake up in moods that are different than the day before. Celebrating those moods is fun and may open up new conversations and networking possibilities. To return to your real self just take the DomeSkin off and no one will be the wiser.