Sports headphones. 6 hot products. 16 supplier profiles. China phone accessory & parts suppliers guide

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1 Sports headphones 6 hot products 16 supplier profiles China phone accessory & parts suppliers guide

2 Buyer s Guide to sourcing sports headphones A gallery with the latest sports headphones handpicked by our Market Analysts, 16 profiles of export-ready suppliers and a guide on China phone accessory & parts suppliers. } Gallery: Sports headphones cordless yet secure 3 } Comparison table: Profiles of 16 export-ready suppliers 4 } China phone accessory & parts suppliers guide 7

3 Sports headphones: Product gallery, supplier profiles, importing guide Sports headphones go cordless yet secure Many models adopt ear hooks or a neckband, to ensure a secure fit during workouts. China-made sports headphones target specifically the fitness market, and models in this selection adopt a cordless design and come with ear hooks, securing a comfortable fit during workouts. China makers are also departing from the traditional over-the-ear headphones by introducing neckband-style models that can stay in place while the user is running and listening to music at the same time. Models that can resist sweat and water remain popular. Connecting via Bluetooth, models work within 10 to 15m and allow handsfree calls. Some units stand out by having a remote photo shutter function. Operating time lasts as long as 10 hours per charge while standby time reaches 250 hours. Noise cancelation and aptx technologies are adopted in some models for improved music streaming. Supported profiles are A2DP, AVRCP, HEP, HFP and HSP. Here are six recently released models handpicked by our Market Analysts for representing the current trends in sports headphones. Up to 15m working distance Running on a Bluetooth 4.1 CSR chipset, Dongguan Aifeng Electronics Co. Ltd s model A12 hi-fi sports headphone works within 10 to 15m. The model s outer speaker is made of metal while the ear hook is rubber. The model can be worn over the ears for a comfortable fit. It adopts two batteries, which yield 10 hours working time. The headphone supports Siri. It is available in red or pink. 2.4 to 2.4GHz frequency range Dongguan Eimuse Electronics Co. Ltd s BS-008 model supports HSP, HFP, A2DP and AVRCP profiles. Frequency range is 2.4 to 2.4GHz while frequency response is 20Hz to 20kHz. The headphone is powered by a 100mAh Li-polymer battery, which provides 6 hours talking, 8 hours playing and 150 hours standby times. Working distance is 10m. More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/MobileElectronics 3

4 Water-, sweat-resistant The MDR-J039 from Jinma Communication Co. Ltd is a neckband-style sports headphone that resists water and sweat, making it suitable for use while running or working out. The design allows the model to rest comfortably behind the user s neck. The unit adopts a 10mm speaker and a 1.2m cable. Sensitivity is dB while impedance is 32ohm. Frequency response ranges from 10 to 20kHz. The model has a maximum output power of 50mW. Ear hooks The model BTE03-H1 sports headphone from Shenzhen Kingvie Technology Co. Ltd has a transmission distance of up to 10m. It is designed with ear hooks for a comfortable and secure fit around the ears. The model runs on Bluetooth 4.1 and allows A2DP, AVRCP, HSP and HFP profiles. Frequency range is from 2.4 to 2.48GHz while frequency response is from 20 to 22kHz. The model s battery can last 4 hours on playing or talking mode and 180 hours on standby. Uses aptx technology Designed for the iphone, Shenzhen Sande Dacom Electronics Co. Ltd s G11 model uses aptx technology for high-quality music streaming. Its volume control is built into the cord for handsfree calls. It has a dual microphone with noise cancelation technology. Operating range is up to 10m. Its battery can provide 10 hours talking and 250 hours standby times. The unit has an input of 110 to 240VAC and an output of 5.3VDC. Charging takes 2 to 3 hours. The headphone runs on Bluetooth 4.1. Remote photo shutter function From Zhongshan Glory Mfg Ltd, the SBT001 model uses plugs that rest well in the ears so the user can move freely while listening to music. The Bluetooth 4.0-enabled model works within 10m and allows A2DP, AVRCP, HEP and HSP profiles. The sports headphone has remote photo shutter function. It is powered by a 1,000mAh battery, which offers 5 hours playing or 150 hours standby times. Charging takes 2 to 3 hours. 4 More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/MobileElectronics

5 Supplier comparison table Company name Supplier ranking Year established Main export markets Company certifications Annual sales (US$ million) Aesonic 1999 Americas, Asia, Europe, Australia CE, ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14001: to 15 Dongguan AiFeng 2005 Asia, Australia N/A.80 to.90 Dongguan Eimuse 2004 North America, Western Europe ISO 14001, ISO 9001:2008, CE, RoHS 4 to 5 Dongguan Hele 2003 Dongguan Uiisii 2008 FreeTek 2004 Asia, Americas, Western Europe BQB, CE, RoHS, FCC 20 to 25 ISO 9001: to 20 ISO 9001: to 20 Gold Fingers 2003 ETSI EN V1.7.1( ), 1999/5/ EC, BQB 9 to 10 Jinma 2000 N/A N/A Kiss 2004 CE, UL, RoHS 15 to 20 Shenzhen Chaoyasi 2011 Asia, Americas, Europe IEC, EC, EU, RoHS, CE 10 to 15 Shenzhen Joway 2004 Europe FCC, CE,CCC, BQB, TR, RoHS, ISO 9001: to 55 Shenzhen Kingvie 2003 North America CE, FCC, RoHS 5 to 6 Shenzhen Sande 2007 Shenzhen Willong 2003 Asia, Americas, Western Europe North America, Australia, CE 45 to 50 CE, RoHS 10 to 15 Sincere-Union (HK) 2007 North America N/A 100 to 250 Zhongshan Glory 2010 North America, Asia, Australia N/A 4 to 5 Global Sources supplier rankings Suppliers are ranked using a 6-star ranking system. Companies with a higher star ranking provide more business information and verification reports on their Global Sources online homepages. Suppliers rated 5 or 6 stars have a Credit Check report from First Advantage or Sino-Trust and a Supplier Capability Assessment report provided by Bureau Veritas online. The rankings are correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change. More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/MobileElectronics 5

6 Monthly capacity (units) Total staff Number of R&D staff Number of engineers Brand names 950, to to to 19 Aesonic, Aexus, Avova 600,000 to 700, to to 19 5 to 9 Linkpo 600,000 to 700, to to to 19 Eimuse N/A 250 to to to 29 QCY 300,000 to 349, to to to 19 UIISII 200,000 to 249, to to 9 1 to 4 Jabees N/A 450 to to to 29 N/A N/A 100 to to 9 10 to 19 N/A 200,000 to 249, to to to 19 Kiss 90,000 to 99, to to 29 5 to 9 CYS, LCT 1.9 million 700 to to to 19 Joway N/A 150 to to 4 10 to 19 N/A 400,000 to 449, to to to 29 Dacom 1 million to 2 million 450 to to to 29 N/A N/A 100 to to 19 1 to 4 N/A N/A 300 to to to 19 N/A 6 More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/MobileElectronics

7 China phone accessory & parts suppliers guide Few people in the world realize how concentrated the electronics industry actually is. Many are aware that most consumer electronics are assembled in China, but Made in Guangdong province would be a fairer description. China s electronics industry is highly concentrated in the southern Pearl River Delta region. Here s overview of the key clusters for Guangdong smartphone parts and accessories makers: City Shenzhen Dongguan Guangzhou Main products Replacement screens & digitizers Power banks Batteries Adapters Smart devices Earphones & headphones Running armbands Bluetooth devices Selfie sticks Silicone & TPU cases Neoprene armbands Wires & cables Leather cases Replacement screens & digitizers Batteries The industry is crowded with everything from small online traders to high-end contract manufacturers, including Foxconn. While small traders can often offer a wide product range, they are rarely reliable long-term partners. Most such trading companies, which I believe make up the majority of supplier listing on B2B directories, trade goods primarily manufactured for the domestic China market. Such products are almost never made in compliance with overseas electrical safety standards, substance restrictions and labelling requirements, including those in the US, Australia and the EU. Importing phone cases containing excessive amounts of lead or hazardous phone chargers is obviously illegal and may result in serious fines. As such, importers in most developed countries must make sure that they are dealing with real manufacturers who are able to show compliance. For natural reasons, manufacturers specialize in certain product categories. In addition, the quantity requirements may range from 500 to 1,000 pieces per SKU. That being said, many phone accessory and part suppliers can offer slightly lower MOQ requirements, starting from only 50 to 100 pieces per SKU. Product development The most challenging aspect of launching new products is to first identify a suitable manufacturer and turn a technical specification into a prototype ready for mass production. Here s how you should approach the latter: Option A: OEM parts & accessories Developing a new, custom-designed OEM product requires additional tooling, including injection molds. Electrical phone accessories such as Bluetooth devices also require custom-designed PCB cards and component breakdowns. Realizing even the simplest OEM design can prove challenging, as China manufacturers generally never offer extensive product development services. They consider themselves as for what they are, simply makers, while the specifications must be provided by the buyer. That s also fair since it s the importer that reaps the benefits of a successful launch. If you decide to develop an OEM design, you must prepare the following: CAD files (casing) PCB design drawings Component lists Material specifications Source code Print files (.ai format) Option B: ODM parts & accessories A faster method to launch new products is by branding an existing ODM product. Essentially, you can customize basic design elements such as colors and materials and have your More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/MobileElectronics 7

8 logo printed on a product designed by the manufacturer, rather than investing months and thousands of dollars in developing a new product from scratch. Regulations in the US and the EU While no regulations apply specifically to phone parts and accessories as a product category, there are various regulations applicable to different products classified as such. Here s an overview of the regulations that phone accessory importers must be aware of: Fredrik Grönkvist is the co-founder of ScandinAsian Enterprise in Shanghai. Since 2010, he and his team have helped hundreds of companies worldwide, primarily in the EU and US, to develop and manufacture products in China. He is also the main contributor on a leading knowledge base for small- to medium-sized enterprises importing from Asia. For further questions, you can contact him on Market Regulation Description Applies to US FCC Part 15 (Intentional radiators) An intentional radiator is a device that is intended to emit radio energy. This scope includes any Wi-Fi- and Bluetooth-enabled device. 1. Radio-enabled 2. Wi-Fi-enabled 3. Bluetooth-enabled 4. Broadcast equipment US FCC Part 15 (Unintentional radiators) An unintentional radiator is, in 47 CFR 15.3, defined as any electrical device operating at more than 9,000 pulses per second or 9kHz, and using digital techniques. This definition includes most consumer electronics containing a chip such as Devices operating at more than 9,000 pulses per second or 9kHz, and using digital techniques USB-enabled devices even if not equipped with a Wi-Fi or a Bluetooth transmitter. US CA Prop 65 California Proposition 65 regulates more than 800 substances in most consumer goods. While CA Prop 65 only applies in 1. Phone cases 2. Earphones California, you must ensure compliance if you are either based 3. Handheld devices on, or selling to consumer in, the state. 4. Screens 5. Other mobile devices EU R&TTE The R&TTE directive is applicable to radio and telecommunication equipment. The scope of regulations includes both final products and individual components. Therefore, products with radio, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 1. Radio-enabled 2. Wi-Fi-enabled 3. Bluetooth-enabled 4. Broadcast equipment transmitters and receivers are required to comply. EU RoHS The RoHS directive restricts the amounts of certain substances in electronics, including lead, cadmium and mercury. Electronic components and solder EU EMC The EMC Directive is applicable to fixed electronic appliances. 1. Phone chargers The purpose is to ensure that electrical equipment don t 2. Docking stations interfere with other electronics and signals in its proximity. EU LVD The LVD applies to electronics and components with an input or output ranging from 50 to 1,000 volts AC, and 75 to 1, Phone chargers 2. Docking stations volts DC. EU REACH REACH regulates substances, including lead and cadmium in all products sold in the EU. 1. Phone cases 2. Earphones 3. Handheld devices 4. Screens 5. Other mobile devices 8 More exclusive news: GlobalSources.com/MobileElectronics

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