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These TaoTronics Bluetooth Headphones Are Great For Those With Tiny Baby Ears

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Ever since I got the new True Wireless TT-BH053 earbuds from TaoTronics, my life has changed for the better. I was never going to be one to shell out $200 for AirPods, so the TT-BH053s were my entrée into the earbud modus vivendi that so many of my peers shave embraced. For just $45, I am now always immersed in a world literally inside my own head. It is phenomenal. I can’t believe I used to be subjected to everyday noises I’d rather not bother with.

Since the TT-BH053s were such a game changer for my existence, I decided to give TaoTronics another go with their wireless active noise cancellation headphones, the TT-BH060s. (Why they are called BH060 is a mystery to me; these have been on the market for longer than the BH053s. Maybe TaoTronics is counting backwards?)

Long story short, I like the TT-BH060s. They last a long time, boasting 30 hours of Bluetooth playtime on a full charge. (I found that to be pretty accurate.) Even more impressive is the new hyper speed charge; just 5 minutes of charging will give them another 2 hours of battery life. If anything, this turned out to be an undersell. After 5 minutes of charging, I was able to wirelessly use the headphones for the remainder of the day.

Conveniently, if for some reason you do run out of battery life and do not happen to be proximate to potential charging source, you can still use the TT-BH060 via the 3.5mm audio cable. You won’t be able to use the ANC technology without juice though, so that’s a real bummer.

How is the active noise cancellation technology, you ask? It’s perfectly cromulent. It isn’t going to drown out any nearby conversations, but neither are any but the most expensive noise canceling headphones out there. There is currently construction going on outside my office building, and the TT-BH060s does a fair to good job at removing that noise from my consciousness. For $70, I am impressed. You can definitely tell the difference when you toggle the noise cancellation switch on and off.

So I like the battery life, I like the noise cancellation, I like the price. What don’t I like about the TT-BH060s? Well unfortunately they are not very comfortable. This is surprising coming from TaoTronics, whose TT-BH053s are like pillows for the inside of your ears. Perhaps I am alone in experiencing this issue due to my big ole elephant ears. But it does make things difficult, considering how much time I spend wearing headphones in a given day.

Verdict: I recommend the TT-BH060s to everyone but Alfred E. Newman.


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How To Treat Neck Pain

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Neck pain can be a very serious issue. If your neck starts to hurt, it is important that you don’t simply ignore it. Pay attention to the signs and symptoms that may make the matter more serious. For example, holding your neck in place for a long period of time can exacerbate neck pain. This can be particularly troublesome, because all sorts of activities central to modern life, such as driving and working at a computer, require such a position. Other indications of severe neck pain include muscle tightness and spasms, as well as headaches. If your neck pain is bad enough, it is possible you are not even able to move your head. 

Although the above symptoms may not apply to you, it is still prudent to examine your life for potential future causes of neck pain. Doing a self-audit can save you a lot of headaches (literally) down the line, not to mention medical expenses. Start by examining your posture: Poor posture is one of the primary causes of neck pain. Repetitive motions and bad sleep habits are similarly avoidable origins. Neck pain can also result from a different medical issue, such as muscle strains or pinched nerves, or injuries from exercising or other physical activity. Fibromyalgia is another common culprit. 

If you start experiencing neck pain, you do not have to immediately seek out a doctor. As long as your neck pain remains mild, there are quite a few self-care remedies you can employ. Alternating the application of ice and heat can help, using the ice to reduce swelling and pain as the heat relaxes muscles and improves blood flow. You can also try correcting the problem at its source: Fix your posture, or sleep in a better position, and your neck pain may very well go away on its own. If your job does require you to hold your neck in position, be sure to take frequent breaks for short walks and gentle stretches. In addition to these solutions, you can be sure to relieve pain and improve comfort by giving yourself a massage. 

Unless you happen to have a live-in massage therapist, you will need a massage device to properly work on your neck. Luckily, there are several effective and affordable such machines available from NAIPO. A prime example is the classic 150DC, the most popular massager in the company’s history. This Shoulder & Neck Massager with Shiatsu Kneading Massage and Heat uses a U-shape design to envelop your neck as its nodes simulate the feel of a professional’s fingertips. Another good choice is the innovative oPillow, which attaches to your office chair to help you work out any kinks while you’re on the job. Both of these NAIPO massagers—the 150DC and the oPillow—can relieve neck pain, allowing NAIPO users to find well-being. 

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NAIPO Joins Massage Gun Craze With New Model

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NAIPO, one of the world’s leading massager companies, continues its hot start to the year by releasing its third new product of 2023. On the heels of its foot spa and handheld percussion massager comes its most anticipated launch yet—the NP-MG01 massage gun

In recent years, massage guns have become the crown jewel of the at-home massager market. Vibration therapy not only relieves muscle soreness generally but offers specialized benefits during post-workout recovery. Massage guns are a favorite of professional athletes, as well as weekend warriors and fitness freaks. Anyone who takes their physical health seriously needs a massage gun in their gym bag. 

Now, they can make it the NP-MG01 massage gun. Smaller and more compact than similarly designed products, this exciting new massager weighs just 390g (under 1 pound), which means anyone can carry it around in their pocket no problem. It also boasts a sleek design, with attractive and durable UV black paint making it smooth to the touch and easy to clean. 

A common complaint with most massage guns previously available for purchase is their annoyingly loud noise output. To solve this issue for its users, NAIPO’s R&D team designed this massage gun with a proprietary brushless motor with Quiet Technology™. Combined with an internal lithium-ion battery with convenient USB-C charging, this provides up to 180 minutes of continuous whisper-quiet massage treatment. 

From its many years of experience in the field, NAIPO knows that massages are not “one-size-fits-all.” Every person is different, and every person deserves a specialized massage to meet their individualized needs. To that end, the NP-MG01 massage gun features 5 speed levels and 4 interchangeable massage head attachments. That degree of customization is sure to provide advanced levels of relief and relaxation to anyone who gets their hands on it. 

The NP-MG01 massage gun is available now via NAIPO’s own website. 

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With Daylight Savings Time Ending, It May Be Time For A SAD Lamp

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I am not a licensed psychiatrist, so I am not going to weigh in on whether Seasonal Affective Disorder is a legitimate mood disorder, as opposed to a normal human response to a change in seasons. But I will say that whoever named it obviously thought it was a joke – there is no way you can tall someone you are “SAD” and expect the sympathy that traditionally accompanies revelations of mental illness.

Whether you actually suffer from clinical depression or just would prefer more sunlit hours in a day, now is the time of year to start preparing for the winter blues. Daylight Savings Time is ending this weekend, which is the government’s way of telling you it does not want you to be happy when you get off work in the evenings.

In theory, SAD lamps can help. Contrary to their name, SAD lamps are not designed to bring you further down into the dumps but instead to make you happy. Maybe they should call them HAPPY lamps. I’ll let the professionals to come up with some appropriate backronym for that like they obviously did with Season Affective Disorder all those years ago.

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Verilux® HappyLight® Lucent – UV-Free LED Light Therapy Lamp, Bright White with 10,000 Lux, Detachable Stand, and Wall Mountable — $39.99

SAD lamps are useful for so-called “light therapy.” Again, I’m not a doctor, so I do not know exactly how they work, besides the crucial fact that they are meant to mimic daylight while filtering out UV rays. Putting one in your home can help you combat the effects of earlier and earlier sunsets, and maybe even trick your brain into thinking you live in Florida. SAD lamps aren’t very expensive, so if your mood ever starts to sag (especially going into the holidays without being surrounded by family), you might as well give it a go.

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