Creative lunches the new HN-900, a full-size active noise noise-canceling headphones that can reduce ambient noise by up to 85%. The headphones is equipped with 40nm neodynium magnet drivers to deliver superior audio and the “concealed microphones in the ear-cups pick up surrounding noises and these are electronically negated, effectively reducing the noise by up to 85%”. It comes with a detachable cable with in-line omni-directional microphone and switch for a convenient one-click call function for voice calls on the iPhone and other smartphones.

Gear4 launches the Angry Birds Tweeters, the latest addition to the Official Angry Birds range. With an in-ear design, the Angry Birds headphones come in Red Bird, Green Pig, Black Bird, Blue Bird or Yellow Bird versions. It works with all devices with 3.5mm jack.

Motorola SF700

Motorola is launching two new sports headphones with built-in heart rate monitor – the wireless SF700 and the wired SF500. Both of them are equipped with in-ear sensor to detect your heart rate, meaning there’s no need for a chest strap. They provide one-touch heart rate read outs to ensure you can monitor your workout closer than ever before.

Philips’ Fidelio L1 is an high-end headphones designed to “let you hear every detail and not of original composition”. The headphones features 40mm high definition optimally vented neodymium drivers which are pre-tilted to match the ear cup’s natural angle for directing the sound straight into the ear canal. The driver’s design includes a vent in the center which emphasises the middle and low frequencies, producing the acoustic energy that brings extended yet controlled bass and a transparent mid-range.

Bose announced two new on-ear headphones, the OE2 and the OE2i delivering demonstrably better audio performance than their predecessors, and featuring an updated look and design. The OE2 and OE2i have a smaller, lightweight and slim design. They feature enhanced proprietary TriPort acoustic headphone structure, a redesigned and newly tuned earcup ports for more balanced and natural audio reproduction.

V-Moda announced the Crossfade M-80 Metal on-ear headphones with a design that is 54% smaller than the Crossfade LP. The new headphones is built with unique materials and offers ultimate ergonomics and military-level ruggedness. It is tested under strict MIL-STD-810G military testing and V-MODA’s even more stringent VMQA guidelines.

SOUL by Ludacris’s SL300 series noise-canceling headphones is now available. Engineered to deliver such a high quality sound, the SL300 sports advanced dynamic neodymum driver and circuitry design for Superb Bass, Clear Mids and Highs, creating high-precision audio balance. It features active noise canceling to eliminate unwanted sounds and noises.

Razer introduces the new Electra headphones for gamers, which is designed to deliver powerful bass depth and clear soundstange. The new headphones features thick, sound-isolating leatherette ear cushions that mold to the shape of your ears to block out the bad stuff and keep the good vibrations in, as well as optimally positioned snug-fit ear cups and a flexible headband structure and lightweight frame to provide extended comfort.

Danish company AIAIAI has partnered with Teenage Engineering to introduce the new PX-0 in-ear headphones, which is designed to match the latter’s OP-1 synth/controller/sampler. The PX-0 has in-line microphone/remote …

Bowers & Wilkins announced its new C5 in-ear noise-isolating headphones, which is to “bring the option of amazing clarity of sound, innovative design, and high quality materials for the discerning customer who demands premium peformance from in-ear headphones. The C5 features the adjustable Secure Loop design that keeps it comfortably in place, and aids fit and performance.