Bone Conducting

As great as headphones can be, they've always had a couple inherent flaws to which everybody can relate; tangled cables, loose ear-buds that eventually hurt after long periods of use, and that "stethescope" sound that overpowers the music when you move the cables around. Many companies have attempted to fix one or more of these problems, but they've remained a constant complaint for years despite their efforts. A recent technological breakthrough has discovered that the problem lies in the method the sound is delivered, not how it's presented.

The idea of bone conduction audio has been an experimental topic in the tech industry for years. Some products have been created implementing the technology, but not to the full extent that would cause others to follow suit. Releasing immediately before CES (and sadly being overlooked because of the fact), the Cynaps bone-conduction bluetooth headphones provided proof that there is a permanent alternative to simple ear-buds or the rampantly popular Beats headphones.

Cynaps' initial form is in a simple baseball cap, and allows audio to be heard simply through vibrations in the bones of your ear. Instead of typical headphones pummeling your ear drum, and potentially causing damage, your brain is able to process auditory signals without any damage whatsoever. The technology is also proven to be more effective in hearing aids than the typical in-ear devices. The "hat" connects to any bluetooth-enabled device and delivers pristine audio, leaving your ears, hands, and everything else free.

A big reason you probably haven't heard of this? It's extremely indie. That's right; you aren't buying a product... you're donating to them! In exchange for your contribution, you can receive a Cynaps cap from a small variety of colors.

Visit www.indiegogo.com/cynaps to check out the product and support a great technology from some brilliant people.

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