Touch sensitive headphones from Starck

Zik Parrot headphones, designed by Starck, have an intuitive touch panel for the user to skip tracks or change the volume exactly as they would on a touchscreen Smartphone - a first for headphone technology.

The sensitive control panel on the headphones right ear cup has eliminated the need for buttons by replacing them with an innovative interface that has intuitive gesture detection. This provides the user with an easy and innovative way to control the music.

This interface also offers automatic head detection through a head detection sensor that is discreetly integrated into the ear pad. If you are listening to music and you put the Zik around your neck, the music pauses. As soon as you put them back onto your head, the music resumes. This smart gadget also has a way of recognizing when you are on a call - once a call is detected, the communication will automatically be switched to your cellphone and then resume with what you were listening to as soon as the call is ended.

Other key features include:

latest active noise cancelling technology, (insulating users from external noise)
audio streaming over blue tooth allowing users to play music or receive calls wirelessly
unique apps
advanced hands free for crystal clear conversation
concert hall effect

The headphones are available from DionWired.