Everything is built for "on the go" these days. In the morning we can grab a breakfast and a coffee on our way to work, we can do our banking while we rush back to the office after lunch break, and even finding a date can be accomplished with the swipe of a finger while you wait for your laundry to...

These Sony MDR-XB08BS headphones are designed to get you through your day within a beat. With the claims of punchy bass and a quality sounding headset, we give you an insight on what this product can really produce after some hands-on time.

First of all they sound really good for wireless headphones, with great isolation and punchy bass. Battery life is decent and the quick charge is a useful feature when in a rush (10 mins = about an hour).

The Sony MDR-XB80BS are wireless sports earphones, currently available for around ￡85 – a rather more attractive price than the original ￡110. Tech-wise they're spot on, and the fit is perfect for runners or for use in the gym.

Sport-ready design with water resistance; Lots of wireless features

Better sound available at the price; Polarising fit and feel

Sony has been in the earphone business as long as time can tell, with its current range including some fantastic over-ear noise-cancelling headphones, and in-ear headphones to suit any budget.

Snug fit; durable build and full; loud audio

A little uncomfortable sometimes; buttons are fiddly

the good: surprisingly comfortable considering that they feel and look really big and clunky when putting on. Sound and noise cancelling is at least average and good enough for me to listen to podcast or similar when at gym or buss.

To date very happy with the product, used for sweaty workouts and doesn't miss a beat. A big leap from other so-called sweat proof headphones, and the Bluetooth whilst in gym has never disconnected.

If big bass motivates you during your workouts, Sony's MDR-XB80BS earphones will provide it in spades and stay in place while doing so. However, many bass lovers don't necessarily realize that they also want a crisp high-mid punch to help add crunch and contour to mixes, whether they be pop or...

Powerful bass response doesn't distort at high volumes; Secure in-ear fit; Water-resistant design ideal for exercise

Sound signature lacks high-mid defintion; Control panel could be laid out more usefully

The XB in Sony's MDR-XB80BS Bluetooth earphones stands for "extra bass," and Sony isn't kidding around. At $99.99, the wireless in-ears supply some seriously powerful bass response in an exceptionally secure-fitting design. The water resistant-earphones are not without flaws, though. The layout of the control panel is slightly annoying, and the drivers don't push out enough high-mid presence to match the intense bass response, so things often sound unbalanced as a result. Design Available in black, blue, or red, the MDR-XB80BS is a neckband-style pair that uses ear hooks to help stabilize and secure the in-ear fit. An IPX5 water-resistance rating means you can wear the earphones when you're exercising or out in the rain. Just make sure the snap-shut cover for the micro USB charging port is closed. The ear hooks are a soft, flexible material that extends over the top of the ear; the part that rests behind the ear is thicker and more rigid. From these sections, the neckband extend...

The wireless, exercise-friendly Sony MDR-XB80BS earphones deliver thunderous bass, but lack the high-mid definition that allows for balance.

Powerful bass response doesn't distort at high volumes; Secure in-ear fit; Water-resistant design ideal for exercise

Sound signature lacks high-mid defintion; Control panel could be laid out more usefully

Good sound

Can't fit ear properly