Want to enjoy watching TV but can’t hear clearly? Be afraid of disturbing your family because you have turn up the volume? You’re not alone.
According to NIDCD, 1 in 8 people in the USA has hearing loss in some degree.
That’s why you may need wireless headphones for TV. Let’s talk about it today.
What’re wireless headphones for TV?
Wireless headphones for TV are devices that connect to your television without the need for a physical cable, allowing you to listen to the TV's audio clearly and privately.
It’s perfect for those with hearing impaired and seniors.
Common technologies in wireless headphones for TV
If you’re thinking to get one, it’s important to know what technologies wireless TV have. Here some common technologies used in wireless TV headphones:
- Bluetooth: For compatibility, many wireless TV headphones come equipped with Bluetooth capabilities, allowing you to connect Bluetooth headphones directly to the TV. If your TV doesn’t have Bluetooth, you may need a Bluetooth transmitter.
- RF (Radio Frequency): RF wireless headphones use a dedicated transmitter that plugs into the TV's audio output. These transmitters often provide greater range and stability than Bluetooth, making them ideal for watching TV across larger rooms.
- Infrared (IR): IR headphones require a direct line of sight between the transmitter and the headphones, meaning you need to stay within a clear, unobstructed view of the TV.
- Dedicated Wireless Systems: Some TV manufacturers or audio companies sell headphones specifically designed for television viewing, which come with a proprietary wireless base station that plugs into the TV.
Benefits of wireless headphones for TV
Congratulations! You can finally enjoy watching TV with clear sound and not worry about troubling others in your family.
Besides that, using wireless headphones for TV comes with a lot of other benefits:
- Moving freely in the house
- Wireless headphones allow you to move freely around the room or even other parts of your home (depending on the range), without being tethered to the TV by a cord. You can walk around, exercise, or do household chores while still enjoying the audio from your TV.
- Enhanced Sound Quality
- Many wireless headphones, especially those designed for TV, offer superior sound quality, with features like surround sound or noise-canceling technology. This can make you hear dialogue clearer and enhance the overall audio experience, especially when watching movies, sports, or shows with intricate sound design.
- Hearing Assistance
- If you are hard of hearing, wireless headphones allow for personalized volume control, letting you listen at your preferred volume without affecting others. Many models even offer sound amplification and sound-enhancing features to make speech more audible and clearer.
- Convenience and Comfort
- Different from traditional headphones with cords, you don’t need to the discomfort they bring. Wireless headphones offer a more comfortable and convenient experience for you. They allow you to relax in any position without worrying about pulling or damaging the cable, especially when lying down or moving around.
Overall, wireless headphones for TV offer a more flexible, comfortable, and immersive way to enjoy your favorite TV shows.
Common Wireless Headphones for TVs
SIMOLIO SM-829D1 Wireless Headphones for TV
Price: $99
Features:
- Optimized TV volume with full intelligibility
- Supports optical, RCA & 3.5 mm audio outputs on all TVs
- Working range is up to 100 feet
- Innovative By-pass Feature, Simultaneous Audio Transmission to TV Headphone and Soundbar/AVR
- Long-lasting battery life for 10 hours
- Fast charging within 2 to 3 hours
- Customized TV sound that fits your need
- Able to talk to other while watching TV
- Noise cancelling wireless TV headphones
- Left/right balance control allows you to adjust the volume in each ear
This two-level clear dialog mode (Treble 2/Treble 1) TV headphones are to meet your own hearing preference without disturbing others. Transmitter doubles as charging dock plus available USB port make charging couldn't be easier.
The by-pass capability allows simultaneous listening through an external speaker and the headphones. Universally compatible with any TV on the market. Extra battery for extended playtime.
SIMOLIO SM-824D1 Wireless Headset for TV for Elderly and Hard of Hearing
Price: $119.99
Features:
- Advanced 2.4GHZ FHSS technology
- Perfect pairing, no delay
- Voice Enhancement & noise reduction
- Customized TV sound for best fit
- Spare battery and personal sound amplifier
- Impressive durability and flexibility
- Compatible with all TV types including traditional and smart TVs
- Perfect for Vizio TV, Smart TV, Sony TV, Roku TV, Fire TV and more
- Able to talk to other while watching TV
- Working range is up to 100 feet
- Long battery life
- Left/right balance control allows you to adjust the volume in each ear
SIMOLIO SM-824D1 is a wireless TV headphone set that uses RF 2.4GHz technology to give you seamless synced sound. Immerse yourself in every TV detail, no matter where you are in the house.
Universally compatible with any TV on the market. With tone and balance controls, you can tailor the sound to your personal hearing needs, helping you hear better and more clearly. Spare battery allows uninterrupted TV listening.
Sennheiser - RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone Systems for TV Listening
Price: $399.99
Features:
- Optimized for TV: immerse yourself in high-quality sound.
- Adjustable modes: customize your listening experience for any situation.
- Rechargeable battery: offers up to 18 hours of use on a charge.
- 2.4-2.48GHz radio frequency interface: enables simple wireless pairing.
- Detachable 3.5mm audio cable
- 17Hz - 22kHz frequency response
- Left/right balance control: allows you to adjust the volume in each ear.
Do you have difficulty hearing the TV, sounds or listening to music? Over time, human hearing naturally evolves. Although this is normal, the changes can alter the quality of the sounds you experience, for example when watching TV or listening to music. The RS 195 wireless headphones take these changes into account to provide better sound that can be fully personalized to your hearing needs or difficulties. The settings can be tailored to suit the listener’s needs.
Conclusion
Today we touched on what wireless headphones for TV are.
In general, they are devices that connect to your television with Bluetooth or other wireless technologies, which allow you to listen to the TV's audio clearly and privately.
Moreover, if you have seniors at home or you are personally hearing impaired and need wireless headphones for TV watching, we included a few choices from us at SIMOLIO and Best Buy, one of the largest consumer electronics retailers in the U.S.
That said, if the seniors in your household or you are struggling to hear the TV clearly, SIMOLIO TV headphones are your affordable choice with quality.
Everything started when our owner wanted to improve her mom's TV-watching experience with a hearing aid since the early 2000s, so we understand your pain and struggles.
We at SIMOLIO ensure the quality and are determined to bring ease to your seniors.