Hammer KO review: Pair of basic wireless earbuds with hooks for secure fit
The
Hammer KO is a pair of entry-level true wireless stereo earbuds manufactured by
home-grown technology startup Hammer. These basic wireless earbuds come with a
hook-based design for a secure fit – that seems to set it apart from peers in
the budget segment. Except for hooks, however, there is nothing novel about
these earbuds. They have Bluetooth v5.0 for connectivity, microphones for voice
calls, touch controls and IPX4 water resistance rating.
So
far as design is concerned, these earbuds are not ergonomically sound, thanks
to their hook-based build. But they sure are lightweight. The earbuds are made
mostly of plastic, with matte texture on the outer side, and rubber hooks. The
ear hooks do make them comfortable to wear, but the Hammer KO lacks snug fit,
despite being an in-ear earphones. This hampers the earbuds’ passive noise
isolation capability. They do not come off the ears easily, thanks to the
hooks, but you need to constantly adjust them for optimal fit. On the positive
side, the earbuds’ ear tips are soft and do not cause any unnecessary
discomfort, even when used for extended hours. The earbuds come in a rather big
storage-cum-charging case, which is not best for carrying around in hand or
jeans pockets. Moreover, the case has an aged microUSB port for charging.
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