Headphones

By Noa BM
  • The First Earbuds

    The First Earbuds

    French engineer Ernest Mercadier patented in-ear listening devices, considered the ancestors of modern earbuds.
  • The First True Headphones

    The First True Headphones

    Nathaniel Baldwin built the first pair of headphones by hand in his kitchen. They were used by the U.S. Navy.
  • Beyerdynamic DT-48

    Beyerdynamic DT-48

    The world’s first dynamic headphones were released — a milestone that defined modern headphone design.
  • Koss SP-3

    Koss SP-3

    John C. Koss created the first stereo headphones for personal music listening.
  • Hi-Fi Era

    Hi-Fi Era

    Headphones became popular among audiophiles; brands like Sennheiser and AKG introduced studio-quality models.
  • Sony Walkman & Lightweight Headphones

    Sony Walkman & Lightweight Headphones

    Sony revolutionized portable music with the Walkman and its iconic lightweight foam headphones.
  • Compact and Affordable Designs

    Compact and Affordable Designs

    Headphones became cheaper and more comfortable; over-ear and on-ear designs became common for casual listening.
  • Apple iPod & White Earbuds

    Apple iPod & White Earbuds

    Apple popularized the white earbud design, making it a cultural symbol.
  • Beats by Dre

    Beats by Dre

    Beats brought fashion, bass-heavy sound, and celebrity branding to headphones, changing consumer perception.
  • Wireless Bluetooth Headphones

    Wireless Bluetooth Headphones

    Bluetooth became the new standard, allowing for tangle-free listening and built-in controls.
  • Apple AirPods

    Apple AirPods

    Apple’s AirPods introduced seamless wireless connectivity and set the trend for true wireless earbuds.
  • Smart & Noise-Cancelling Headphones

    Smart & Noise-Cancelling Headphones

    Modern headphones feature active noise cancellation, AI-assisted sound, touch controls, and voice assistants