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A Bold Design with Room for Improvement

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I have now been using my Dyson OnTrac headphones for several days, and my overall impression is very positive. They are a distinctive product with a strong focus on engineering, ...
Devamını oku materials and industrial design, although there are also several areas where I think Dyson could improve the experience. Design and materials The design is probably the most distinctive aspect of the OnTrac. I chose the Ceramic Cinnabar version and was initially a little uncertain about such a strong colour. After using them for several days, however, I have become much more accustomed to it and really appreciate how different it is from the usual neutral headphone colours. The headphones look more like a design or fashion product than a conventional pair of headphones. The large ear cups, visible Dyson branding and strong colour make them immediately recognisable. The materials also contribute significantly to the premium feeling. The combination of aluminium, ceramic and microfiber feels sophisticated and carefully considered. The solid construction and exposed hinges do make me want to handle them carefully, however, as they feel like a product that deserves some care. Comfort and size The ear cups are surprisingly wide rather than extremely thick, so although the headphones look large, they are comfortable around my ears. The headband adjustment also has a useful range. The smallest setting is quite compact, while there is plenty of room to extend it. The main physical drawback is the weight. At 451 grams, they are noticeably heavy, particularly when I tilt my head. They can also slide more easily when my head is angled. When sitting normally this is much less noticeable. The carrying case looks good and provides useful protection, but it is quite large and can be somewhat impractical when travelling. Sound quality The sound was probably the biggest adjustment for me. Initially, the OnTrac sounded rather flat and less dynamic than I expected. After several days, however, my perception has changed. I no longer think they sound particularly flat. They simply have a different tuning, with a more controlled and clear presentation. The EQ is one area where I expected more. The differences between the available EQ settings in the MyDyson app are surprisingly subtle, and I would appreciate more precise control over the sound. Noise cancellation The ANC performs well, particularly with low-frequency sounds such as road and engine noise, but it is less effective with voices. I tested the headphones during a motorway journey. The MyDyson app reported approximately 70 dB of noise in the car and around 55 dB inside the headphones. The car radio was also playing, which made it clear that music and voices are considerably more difficult to reduce than continuous low-frequency noise. Overall, I would describe the ANC as good, especially against low-frequency background noise, but there is room for improvement when it comes to voices and other changing sounds. Controls — double tap is unreliable One of my biggest frustrations so far is the double-tap gesture for switching between ANC and ambient sound mode. For me, it only seems to register correctly around one third of the time. What is particularly strange is that the gesture appears to work more reliably when I double-tap the headband area above the ear rather than the ear cup itself, even though the ear cup is where I would naturally expect the gesture to work. This makes the control feel inconsistent and unintuitive. A basic function such as switching between ANC and ambient sound should work reliably. I would strongly recommend that Dyson investigate the touch detection and gesture recognition in a future firmware update. Volume Another thing I noticed is that the perceived maximum volume is relatively low. This is not necessarily a problem for everyone, but I would personally appreciate a little more available volume. App and software updates The MyDyson app works well overall, but I would prefer less promotional content concerning replacement cushions and accessories. More importantly, I would really like to see Dyson continue developing the OnTrac through software updates. It has been quite a long time since the last significant update, and I think the headphones have enough hardware capability to benefit from further improvements. In particular, I would like to see improvements to the EQ, ANC algorithms, head-tracking and touch controls. The unreliable double-tap gesture is exactly the kind of issue that should be addressed through a firmware update. The customisation system is one of the most interesting aspects of the OnTrac. Being able to change the outer caps and ear cushions gives the headphones a degree of personalisation that is unusual and makes the product feel more like a long-term design object. Overall The Dyson OnTrac is not technically perfect. They are heavy, the carrying case is large, the ANC is less effective against voices, the EQ is limited, the double-tap control can be unreliable, and the available volume could be higher. However, the OnTrac has something that is difficult to quantify in a specification table: character. The combination of engineering, materials, construction, modular design and distinctive appearance makes the OnTrac feel genuinely different. Rather than simply following conventional headphone design, Dyson has created a product with its own identity. After several days, I am increasingly comfortable with both the sound signature and the Ceramic Cinnabar colour. The more I use them, the more I appreciate the fact that Dyson has taken a different approach. The OnTrac is not the obvious choice. That is precisely what makes it interesting.