h a l f b a k e r yThis is what happens when one confuses "random" with "profound."
add, search, annotate, link, view, overview, recent, by name, random
news, help, about, links, report a problem
browse anonymously,
or get an account
and write.
register,
|
|
|
Active noise cancelling is normally used when you want to protect your hearing. Sometimes, this is combined with a radio transceiver. However, there are also many high-noise environments where you actually want to hear the noise, e.g. Concerts, Discos and sports events, but where you might occasionally
want to hear your companions over the roar.
For these situations, I propose a set of headphones that normally let ambient noise through* unless someone on your frequency speaks and then it mutes the ambient noise for crystal clear communication.
*There is an optional attenuation dial, in case you are developing a throbbing headache.
This idea was inspired by the "Personal Mute" and "SpeakOver Music" ideas; I'm surprised that it's not been baked or halfbaked (if it is, let me know)
Please log in.
If you're not logged in,
you can see what this page
looks like, but you will
not be able to add anything.
Annotation:
|
| |
I thought this was a knock-off of the 'la-la-la, i'm not listening' headphones from a UK bank commercial. But it isn't. Have a toasted treat. |
|
| |
One of the joys of wearing a hearing aid is the volume knob - another joy is the on/off switch. |
|
| |
Norton Sonic II – US Pat RE 28560. They work. |
|
| |
Wasn't there something like this already halfbaked? I think we discussed Bluetooth, infrared, etc. |
|
| |
awesome idea, but wouldnt it look kinda odd going to a concert with headphones on? I mean, some people just wouldnt understand. Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet idea though. |
|
| |