: a device that converts electrical energy into sound waves and is worn over or inserted into the ear
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The Liberty 5 Pro Max is among just a few earphones to offer such tools.
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Christian De Looper,
PC Magazine,
30 June 2026
Then came a wide variety of other form factors, such as smart rings, smart earphones and even other bracelet type devices that could unlock the power of individualized patient data to help inform healthcare decisions.
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Dr. Sai Balasubramanian,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Use earphones for music and movies and keep conversations at a reasonable volume.
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Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
27 June 2026
Allegedly, the person was filming using a phone with earphones connected.
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Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
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Christian De Looper,
PC Magazine,
30 June 2026
Then came a wide variety of other form factors, such as smart rings, smart earphones and even other bracelet type devices that could unlock the power of individualized patient data to help inform healthcare decisions.
—
Dr. Sai Balasubramanian,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Use earphones for music and movies and keep conversations at a reasonable volume.
—
Jill Schildhouse,
Southern Living,
27 June 2026
Allegedly, the person was filming using a phone with earphones connected.
—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
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“Earphone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earphone. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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earphone
noun
ear·phone
ˈi(ə)r-ˌfōn 
: a device that changes electrical energy into sound waves and is worn over or inserted into the ear
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