A Woman Takes A Picture In Front Of A Motorola Logo.
A woman takes a picture in front of a Motorola logo before the worldwide presentation of the Moto G mobile phone in Sao Paulo November 13, 2013. The new Motorola phone, which is being aimed at consumers in developing markets like Brazil and India as well as budget-buyers in Western countries, is the second major new product that Motorola has developed since its acquisition by Internet company Google in 2012. Reuters/Nacho Doce

Motorola has just added two new Bluetooth headphones to its list of accessories during the July 28 launch event of the new Moto X and Moto G. While everyone was busy appreciating the recently unveiled smartphones, the company was very clever to slip in its new wireless add-ons.

These new headphones are called the Moto Pulse and the Moto Surround. They cost $59.99 and $69.99, respectively. However, it must be noted that as of the moment, they are still unavailable in the UK and in Australia but can now be purchased through Motorola’s U.S. website.

The Moto Surround seems to be a more appealing choice between the two, especially with its similarities to the design of the LG Tone headphones. When not in use, the ear buds automatically adhere to the collar through a pre-installed magnetic feature, which prevents them from flopping about. Despite this similarity, though, it is worth noting that it is more stylish than several of LG’s entry level Tone models, according to CNET.

It is also water-resistant, which is a huge plus for potential users who might want to use them during sweat-inducing outdoor activities, such as jogging and running, among others.

The Moto Pulse, meanwhile, is reasonably designed with fla,t lightweeight, on-ear buds. CNET has reviewed that they are comfortable to wear. It may deliver the same sound quality with several of the modestly priced headphones that are present in the market today, but is reportedly a bit short when it comes to clarity.

The Moto Pulse’s battery life is rated at 18 hours, while the Moto Surround has a decent 12-hour battery life. The latter set of headphones also claims to have an extended line of sight range that can reach 150 feet. However, whether it can fulfill its purpose in a typical indoor environment, with standard walls and such, remains unclear.

Both may be new in the market, but it appears that none of the two has actually broken any new ground in the headphone industry, as pointed out by the report from CNET.

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