- Parrot has given the Zik headphones four active microphones (two internal and two external) making this patented Parrot technology one of the best in its class in ANC.
- The Zik provides up to 98% reduction, isolating almost completely from external sound.
- . Parrot Zik features an ultra intuitive touch sensitive panel, located on the right ear cup.
- When connected via Bluetooth, simply swipe up and down to increase and decrease volume, and forward and back to conveniently skip tracks.
Product Description
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Designed by Philippe Starck, the Zik headphones host the most
state-of-the-art technologies
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Embedded Jaw Sensor
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4 microphones, 2 internal/2 external
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Parrot, along with world-renowned French designer Phillipe
Starck, have collaborated once again to create Zik, headphones
combining advanced technology and sleek design.
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
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Zik headphones feature four active microphones - two internal and
two external - to make this patented Parrot technology one of the
best in its class in ANC. The Zik provides up to 98% noise
reduction, isolating external sound almost completely.
Innovative Interface
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Parrot Zik features an intuitive touch-sensitive panel, located
on the right ear cup. When connected via Bluetooth, you can
simply swipe up and down to increase and decrease volume, or
forward and back to skip tracks.
A head detection sensor is discretely incorporated in the foam of
the ear piece, allowing the Zik to automatically detect when you
are wearing the headphones and when they are removed, pausing and
restarting music or sw to a call.
Unique Listening Quality
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To recreate true-to-life sound, the Zik features a unique quality
called the “Parrot Concert Hall” effect. This effect mimics the
sound of a live concert, with the music seeming to come from
directly in front of you, rather than from the sides, as with
standard headsets. This innovative acoustic sound provides a more
natural way of enjoying music.
Free Yourself from Wires
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Listen to music or make crystal-clear calls wirelessly with the
Zik via Bluetooth. Choose whether to control your calls and music
manually from your device, via voice re, through the
earphone touch panel, or from Parrot’s Audio Suite App, available
for iPhone and Android s. Bluetooth streaming is
available with all Bluetooth compatible devices. Parrot has also
integrated NFC into the Zik headphones, allowing you to pair,
connect, and play music from your NFC-compatible device with a
simple tap to the Zik.
Parrot Hands-Free Calling
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The Parrot Zik is specifically engineered for crystal-clear
conversations. Equipped with two directional microphones and a
Jaw Conductor, the Zik captures the vibration of the jaw
and merges it with the sound of your voice for clearer calls.
With the embedded head detection sensor, if you receive a phone
call while listening to music, you can simply remove your
headphones and your call will be automatically switch to your
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Exclusive Downloadable App
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The Parrot Audio Suite is a unique downloadable app for your
, allowing you to control your music wirelessly. Using
the Parrot Audio Suite, you can adjust your audio settings to
customize the sound or simulate a virtual music scene to create
your desired sound depth.
Key Features
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* Sleek design
* Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
* Intuitive touch-sensitive panel
* Head detection sensor
* "Parrot Concert Hall" effect
* Bluetooth connectivity
* NFC capability
* Parrot Audio Suite
Specifications
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* Frequency Range of 10 Hz-20 kHz
* 3.5 mm analogue line-in
* Lithium Ion Battery
* 6-hour usage time with all features activated
* 18-hour usage time with only ANC activated
* 24-hour standby time
* Bluetooth V 2.1 with AVRCP, A2DP, and HFP profiles
* Applications for iPhone and Android s
What's in the box
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Mini jack cable designed by Starck, micro USB cable for charging
and updating, lined pouch to protect Zik, quick start guide in
eight languages