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Samsung EO-IA500 3.5mm In-Ear Headphones - Black
Samsung EO-IA500 3.5mm In-Ear Headphones - Black
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The Samsung EO-IA500 3.5mm In-Ear Headphones - Black in Black - genuine Samsung wired earphones with a 2-way speaker system featuring a dedicated 11mm woofer and 8mm tweeter for balanced audio. Hybrid canal in-ear design with multiple eartip sizes. In-line microphone and controls for calls, music and voice assistant. Universal 3.5mm - compatible with Samsung Galaxy, Android phones, laptops and any device with a headphone jack.
- ✓ 2-way speakers - 11mm woofer + 8mm tweeter for balanced highs, mids and bass
- ✓ Hybrid canal in-ear design - secure fit, multiple eartip sizes included
- ✓ In-line mic and controls - calls, playback and voice assistant from the cable
- ✓ Universal 3.5mm - Samsung Galaxy, Android, iPhone (with adapter), PC, laptop
The Samsung EO-IA500 3.5mm In-Ear Headphones - Black is Samsung's wired in-ear earphone designed to deliver the kind of balanced, full-range audio that single-driver budget earphones typically cannot manage. The 2-way speaker system uses two physically separate drivers: an 11mm woofer handles bass and low-midrange, while an 8mm tweeter covers upper midrange and treble. This separation allows each driver to be tuned independently, reducing the distortion that occurs in single-driver designs when a single cone has to reproduce both bass and treble simultaneously. The result is a sound signature Samsung describes as smooth and balanced - clear highs, defined mids and present bass without excessive colouration. The hybrid canal design sits inside the ear canal for passive noise isolation and a secure fit during movement. Multiple eartip sizes allow users to find the tip that seals correctly - critical for in-ear bass response. The in-line remote provides playback control, volume adjustment and microphone access for hands-free calling without reaching for the phone. Genuine Samsung, compatible with the full range of Galaxy S, A and M series phones, as well as any device with a 3.5mm headphone jack. 1-year Samsung warranty.
2-Way Speakers
11mm Woofer + 8mm Tweeter - Separate Drivers
Most wired earphones at this price use a single dynamic driver to reproduce the full frequency range - bass, midrange and treble all come from one cone. The EO-IA500 uses two physically separate drivers: the 11mm woofer is sized and tuned for bass and low-midrange reproduction, while the 8mm tweeter handles the upper midrange and high-frequency detail. Each driver operates in its own acoustic chamber, so the large cone movements required for bass do not interfere with the tweeter's ability to reproduce fine high-frequency detail. This is the same principle used in home speaker systems and headphone drivers at much higher price points - applied here to wired in-ear earphones. The practical benefit is a more separated, balanced sound signature: bass is present without overwhelming the midrange, and treble retains clarity at higher volumes.
Hybrid Canal Design
Secure In-Ear Fit - Passive Noise Isolation
The hybrid canal design positions the earbud housing so that the tip inserts into the ear canal to create an acoustic seal. This seal serves two purposes: it physically blocks ambient noise from reaching the ear - passive noise isolation without any active electronics - and it creates the closed acoustic environment needed for the woofer to produce correct bass response. Without a proper seal, bass frequencies leak out rather than building up in the ear canal, making the earphones sound thin and flat regardless of driver quality. Multiple silicone eartip sizes are included to help find the tip diameter that fits correctly. A correct seal also anchors the earphones in place during movement, keeping them stable for commuting, gym use and everyday activity without the earphones shifting out of position.
In-Line Controls + 3.5mm
Universal Compatibility - Call-Ready
The in-line remote on the cable handles playback and call functions without touching the connected device - play, pause, track navigation, volume control and call answer/end. The built-in microphone captures voice for hands-free calls and voice assistant commands. The 3.5mm headphone jack connects to the widest possible range of devices: all Samsung Galaxy S, A and M series phones with a headphone jack, Android phones generally, Windows laptops, MacBook models with 3.5mm ports, tablets and portable audio players. For Samsung Galaxy S22 and later, or other phones without a 3.5mm jack, a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter connects the EO-IA500 directly to USB-C devices. Genuine Samsung product - the same earphone Samsung supplies with compatible Galaxy devices.
Great choice if you…
✔ Own a Samsung Galaxy or Android phone with a 3.5mm jack
✔ Want genuine Samsung wired earphones to replace a lost or worn pair
✔ Want a 2-way speaker system for more balanced audio than single-driver buds
✔ Need reliable wired earphones with in-line mic for calls
✔ Use a laptop, tablet or PC with a headphone jack
Consider something else if…
✖ Your Samsung phone has no 3.5mm jack - you'll need a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter
✖ You need Active Noise Cancellation - see Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro
✖ You want wireless freedom - see the Samsung Galaxy Buds range
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Model | Samsung EO-IA500 |
| Colour | Black |
| Drivers | 2-way - 11mm woofer + 8mm tweeter |
| Design | Hybrid canal in-ear |
| Connector | 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Controls | In-line remote - playback, volume, calls |
| Microphone | Built-in (inline) |
| Eartips | Multiple sizes included |
| Compatibility | Samsung Galaxy S/A/M series · Android · iPhone (adapter) · PC · Laptop |
| Warranty | 1 Year Samsung |
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