Skullcandy Ink’d Wireless

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Skullcandy Ink’d Wireless Review Facts

The Skullcandy Ink’d Wireless Earbuds are a great addition to the Skullcandy line of headphones. The wireless version and the Skullcandy Ink’d wired 2.0 headphones share a lot of the same specs, the only real difference is that these ones are wireless. These earbuds are comfortable in your ear, with the earpiece being made out of a soft silicone material. Some customers do not particularly care for the look and feel of the neckband that accompanies the headphones. The neckband, however, is great because it is made to be very lightweight and flexible. You can bend and twist this piece into about a third of their original size to make it a lot easier and more convenient to store. The best thing about the Skullcandy Ink’d Wireless Earbuds, according to most customers, is the superior sound quality. No matter what kind of music you listen to or if you simply making phone calls, the sound is clear and there is no complaint of noise distortion at higher levels. These headphones come in many different colors so it is easy for you to find a color combination that will fit your personality. For a relatively cheap and budget-friendly pair of headphones, these are absolutely a good choice.

Editor's Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Great sound quality
  • Earbuds are made of soft silicone for comfort and durability
  • Three sizes of ear tips to make sure you get the perfect fit
  • Connects through Bluetooth for a wireless experience
  • Lightweight
  • Affordable
  • Good battery life
  • Sound does not distort
Cons
  • Noise cancellation needs improvement
  • Looks cheaply made
  • Some customers do not like the collar design
Activities

Activities

The Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds can be used for a plethora of activities, you are not just limited to using them for just one thing. Many users wear them for their gym workouts or runs. Runners love the fact that they are wireless and they do not have to worry about getting tangled in a cord while they are on the run. Customers who do a lot of different training activities in the gym also love these wireless headphones because they will not have to worry about cords getting in the way when they are moving from one exercise to another, and they can play their music, set their phone down, and continue on with their routine. These headphones, however, are not limited to only the gym. The built-in microphone means you can use these headphones to make and receive phone calls, both personal and professional, without any problems. These are a great pair of headphones for whatever you want to use them for.
Basic Features

Basic Features

The Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds feature a flex collar that you can collapse up to a third of its size so you can fit it quickly and easily into a pack or your pocket for easy and convenient storage. The headphones offer great sound quality and a fit that offers noise isolation to help enhance the already great sound. There is a built-in microphone and remote that allows you to manage your calls and your music through the Bluetooth connection. Finally, the headphones feature a long-lasting rechargeable battery that will last about 8 hours on only a 2.5-hour charge.

The headphones come packaged with the headphones themselves, as well as two additional ear pads (three total) in varying sizes to make sure you get one that will fit you the best. The package also contains a charging cable for the headphones.
Advanced Features

Advanced Features

The Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds give you a 30 foot Bluetooth range so you can control your music and phone calls through the connection without having to go through the hassle of using your phone.

These headphones feature three easy to use buttons on the side of the neck collar, some customers refering to these buttons as the remote. You can control your music and phone calls from the headphones with the use of the remote. There is an up and down button that is used to control the volume, or if you hold them down they will let you skip and go back. The middle button acts as the power button, as well as what you will use to sync your headphones and take and end phone calls.
Sound Quality

Sound Quality

These headphones offer great sounds quality, according to customer reviews. The Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds fit snuggly in your ear, coming with three different size tips to make sure you get the one that fits the best. The snug fitting earbud helps isolate and minimize the background noise around you to improve the already outstanding sound quality.

Reviewers have stated that these headphones have a strong audio performance that bass lovers adore. Customers have commented, however, that because of the sculpted highs and the massive bass, there is an inaccurate mix. That being said, those customers have also stated that the sound does not get distorted when listening to music at high volumes. Customers just fell in love with the quality they receive from the sound of these earbuds.

When you are using the headphones to take phone calls, instead of listening to music, the headphones also hold up well when it comes to the sound quality. Customers had nothing negative to say about the sound when taking phone calls. Reviewers state that the voice they heard on the other end was clear and the deep bass of the headphones did not distort the voice at all.

Connectivity

Connectivity

These headphones are wireless and they connect to your phone or device through a Bluetooth connection. These headphones will give you a 30-foot reach from your device when connected, so you do not have to worry about keeping your phone too close to you.

The headphones are super easy to connect to. Simply press and hold the middle button of the remote (located on the neck collar) and wait for the voice prompt in the headphones to tell you they are waiting for pairing. Once you hear that prompt you will be able to select your headphones from your devices Bluetooth menu. You will hear the voice in your headphones tell you that the device is connected. It is as easy as that.
Comfort

Comfort

Customers love how comfortable the Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds feel in their ears. The headphones come with three different sized tips for the earpieces to make sure you are going to get a pair that will fit you comfortably and securely. The earpieces are made from a soft silicone material that will sit in your ear without irritation. You do not want to have an earbud in your ear that is stiff, hard and uncomfortable, and you will not get that with these, as they are nice, soft, and comfy.

The collar of the headphones, however, have mixed reviews. Some customers have commented that they do not like the way it fits around their neck and that it makes them a bit uncomfortable. The collar is a personal preference that you will either love or hate.
Style

Style

The Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds are designed with simplicity in mind. Keep in mind that they are a much cheaper alternative to some of the other big name headphone brands on the market, so they are not necessarily made to be the most stylish. The neckband is thin and super lightweight. Customers have commented that they do not like that they look so cheaply made.

One thing that customers did like about the style of these headphones is that they come in many different colors. You can choose from black, gray, white, blue & sunset, red & black, steel & chrome, or royal blue. You can choose the color that best suits your personality and make them your own.
Durability

Durability

The Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds are not a bad pair of headphones, and they tend to last quite a while. The neckband does look like it is cheaply made and it is flimsy, but it is important to remember that they are made to bend and fold up to a third of their size so you can store them easier. The headphones are wireless and therefore do not have a 3.5 mm aux jack to worry about so these headphones are going to last you quite a bit longer than other corded headphones.

The wires on the headphones, however, are thin and do not offer a whole lot of resistance to bending. They also are smooth and do not have any kind of texture to give them the feeling of ruggedness or toughness. This can be a problem because that means the wires are fragile and can be easily broken or kinked causing damage to the headphones.
Ease of Use

Ease of Use

The Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds are relatively easy to use for anyone. There is a controller on the side of the neckband that lets you control your music and phone calls without fiddling with your phone. There are three buttons, an up and down button, and a middle button. The up and down buttons will control the volume of your music, but if you hold either of the buttons down for three seconds it will either skip your song (if you push up) or go back (if you push down). The middle button has a couple of different uses. It is used for powering the device on and off, but it is also used to pair the device and answer phone calls.

Pairing the device is simple and easy. If you hold in the middle button on the rocker you will hear a voice prompt in the headphone that it is looking for pairing. Once it picks up your device it will simply connect. Easy as that.
Power Source

Power Source

The Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds have a rechargeable battery that powers them. According to the company, the headphones will last you about 8 hours on a full charge. The time they last, however, will vary depending on the volume of your music. The louder your volume the faster the battery will drain. The headphones will take about 2.5 hours of charging to reach a full charge.

The headphones come with a power cord that can be used to charge the battery. If you happen to lose the charging cord or would like to have a backup, you can simply use any micro-USB charging cable for these headphones.
Price

Price

The Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds are super affordable and perfect for those who are looking for a budget-friendly pair of headphones. The MSRP (manufacturer's suggested retail price) of these headphones rings in at only $49.99. These headphones are definitely on the low end when it comes to the cost of headphones out there, but customers love the sound quality of these. They may look like they are cheaply made, as they are relatively cheap, but people like them and they keep coming back for more.
Key Features

Key Features

-Does not distort sound at high volumes
-Affordable and easy on the wallet
-Powerful audio performance
-Connects up to 30 feet through a Bluetooth connection
-Battery lasts 8 hours and only takes 2.5 hours to charge
-A wide variety of colors to choose from
-Flexible collar folds down quickly and easily for convenient storage
-Comes with additional ear pads in varying sizes to ensure a snug and comfortable fit
Bottom Line

Bottom Line

If you are looking for a decent pair of wireless headphones that will not break the bank then you should really consider the Skullcandy Ink'd Wireless Earbuds. These are perfect for your gym routine, long runs, traveling, and just everyday use. Customers love how easy they are to connect and use, with the buttons right on the side of the neckband. You can choose from several different colors to make sure you get one that will best suit your personality and style. The audio in these headphones are fantastic, and you will not have to worry about sound distortion when listening to music at a high volume. Whether you like to listen to music with heavy bass, high vocals, or you are listening to phone conversations or podcasts, you will not have any issues in the quality of the audio. These are an all around great pair of headphones.