I have read several reviews of this product, and almost everyone says the headband breaks. I use these every day at work with my iPod, and often at night with my tv when watching dvd's or playing games so I wont disturb anyone.Its had a lot of use and it has not broke yet! (I've had them for 3 months). The range is also excellent on this. I can be 20 feet away or more and I still get reception, even through walls.So I dont know why they are breaking for other people. I use them everyday. I have a big head, and they havent broke yet. I also take care of all my stuff, so that helps. These are much more convienent if you have to do a lot of moving around. I used to run the wire up my shirt for the earbuds and it was annoying and the earbuds fell out a lot. Highly recommended!