Question 1

Can you use it while it's charging?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the iTrip Clip can be used while charging. Here's how:1. Press and hold the Play/Pause button 5 seconds to turn off the iTrip Clip2. Connect iTrip Clip to a charging source using the included USB cable (look for red charging light)3. Hold down Play/Pause button for 3 seconds to turn iTrip Clip back on4. The iTrip Clip is ready to work while simultaneously chargingNote: Plugging your charge cable in before powering it down will cause iTrip to turn off. If this happens,  hold down Play/Pause button for 3 seconds to turn iTrip Clip back on

Question 2

Will the video sound sync issues be addressed or is this an inherent limitation of the hardware?

Accepted Answer

The A/V sync cannot be corrected. The only time the video will be in sync is if the device transmitting the BT signal is AVRCP aware and can delay the video playback to match the bluetooth audio processing delay. Many phones and tablets can do this as they are decoding both streams but other devices, such as bluetooth transmitters plugged into video devices like TVs, disk players, and receivers cannot. The only option there would be to get an AptX capable transmitter and an AptX capable receiver. Those have a modified BT audio codec which reduces the audio lag to 30-50ms, which is ~ 1-1.5 frames of a video stream and is not noticeable.

Question 3

How does the mic sound on a call? Better or worse than iPhone headphones?

Accepted Answer

I have not had any issue and i have a cheap pair of ear phones with a mic ($8).  So far my wife has been able to hear and understand me and she sound fine.  I listen to iHeartRadio and i get about 5 to 5:30 hrs of continuous air time before i have to charge it.

Question 4

Can you use the inline microphone instead of the hand free microphone on the itrip clip?

Accepted Answer

No, and this is my major complaint w device. Once headphones are plugged-in w iTrip powered-on, the inline mic is deactivated and the iTrip mic is the only mic that works. But it's likely clipped away from your mouth (on belt, in pocket, on shirt near collar, on seatbelt strap). The position is nowhere near as good as your deactivated mic is near mouth.  And by my experience, the iTrip mic is not nearly as good. I get complaints often from others that they can't hear well, of heavy background noise (car fan, outside traffic), etc. This is especially a problem when using in car and wanting to charge simultaneously. In this case the iTrip is probably resting near charging port, away from mouth, and the mic is barely effective.

The iTrip is best for listening wirelessly, especially in a car thru the stereo Aux-in port if you don't have a car w built-in Bluetooth. It's not great for chatting. Bummer.

ASIN	B01HRYAP1K
Additional Features	wireless
Audio Output Mode	Stereo
Audio Output Type	Bluetooth
Brand	Griffin
Color	Black
Compatibility Options	Headphone
Compatible Devices	Headphone
Compatible with Vehicle Type	Car
Connectivity Technology	Bluetooth
Connector Type Used on Cable	Micro USB
Control Method	Touch
Control Type	Voice Control
Controller Type	App Control
Customer Reviews	3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (745)
Data Link Protocol	Bluetooth
Enclosure Material	Plastic
Global Trade Identification Number	00685387437252
Hardware Interface	Bluetooth
Human Interface Input	Unknown
Installation Type	wireless
Item Weight	1.41 g
Lithium Battery Weight	1 g
Lithium-Battery Energy Content	0.01 watt-hours
Manufacturer	Griffin Technology
Model Name	FBA_GC42924
Number of Channels	1
Number of Lithium-ion Cells	2
Number of Ports	1
Outer Material	Plastic
Power Source	Battery Powered
Supported Application	Any audio application with Bluetooth support
Supported Media Type	MP3, WAV, AAC, FLAC
Supported Standards	Bluetooth
UPC	685387437252
Unit Count	1 Count
Wireless Compability	Bluetooth

Griffin iTrip Clip Bluetooth Headphone Adapter with Controls - Play, Control and Talk on Your Smartphone Without Wires

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