The rear of the device has that familiar soft-touch feel, which really feels nice in-hand, and offers a bit of traction for those sweaty palm you get while using the device on the elliptical machine.

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The soft-touch outer material around the ear-hooks makes them feel nice in the hand, and adds to the sporty look.

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