So what qualifies something as an IEM as opposed to just earbuds/eaphones
Anyway, I've got my little daily grab and go pair of AKG KS something or others, not high end but they come with the inline volume control, iphone button (pause, play, answer, etc) and microphone which is what I need. So they are handsfree kit, good enough for random youtube videos, etc. I've considered getting IEMs but can't seem to justify the cost. I'd be too afraid to "abuse" them, whereas the AKGs get thrown in my pocket, bundled and shoved into the cubbie, pawed at by the odd cat etc. If I were to accidentally leave them on a plane or Uber or wherever I'd be disappointed but it won't be the end of the world. I bought a random pair of bluetooth ones as well but can't watch youtube, the lag is unbearable.