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CNET's broken headphones slideshow

Do you have a pair of broken headphones? Send us a picture and we'll add it to our slideshow. We're building an online graveyard to encourage headphone manufacturers to make their products more durable.

CNET Reviews staff
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1 of 4 Sarah Tew/CNET

Sad day: My Shure E4c earphones hit the end of the road

These earphones still work, but they're hanging by a few strands of copper wire.
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2 of 4 Sarah Tew/CNET

Skull Candy earbuds RIP

This crack ended the life of these Skull Candy earphones.
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3 of 4 Sarah Tew/CNET

Koss Sportapro no go

These headphones are pretty ancient and nasty--but with a little TLC (and some new earpads), they might have a second life.
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4 of 4 Sarah Tew/CNET

Elbow versus straight plug

The elbow plug is more durable and helps prevent shorts.

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