Since blocking noise isn't really a selling point of these headphones, I won't lower the stars

don't really surround your ears, so they really aren't great for blocking noise

those were amazing for blocking noise

JVC has some nice earbuds that do a better job of blocking noise

The mini plug is straight rather than the preferred 90 degree "L" shape.

Down to 3 stars from 4 stars after breaking!I share an office with three others and I often like to listen to music while I work

but if I am listening to music or watching a movie and don't want to disturb my roommates I much prefer external headphones as buds can make your ears itch

well I assumed

I bought three sets of these, thinking when they break I'll just toss them out

sh e loves them