Griffin today announced MyPhonesTM volume limiting headphones for kids. These premium over-the-ear headphones are safe, comfortable and customizable for children aged 3 to 12, and unlike anything else on the market.

MyPhones were born when the Griffin design and creative teams turned their attention to an important segment of headphone users: their own kids. While the concept behind MyPhones is simple, the end result is something entirely unique in the world of headphones.

The two most important factors in good ear health are noise level and listening duration. At MyPhones’ core is an 85-decibel volume-limiting circuit. MyPhones’ design allows for the same great sound quality as other Griffin headphones, but at an ear-friendly listening level.

Why 85 dB? This is the level that pediatric audiology and safety agencies regard as ideal for kids. Combined with a break in listening every hour or two, kids’ ears are well protected from damage.

MyPhones are not just engineered for children; they’re designed so that the kids, themselves, can further customize each pair. The shell caps are removable and come with three interchangeable design inserts. The inserts can be used as templates to encourage kids to make their own custom-drawn inserts to be placed inside. Children can visit www.myphoneskids.com (with their parents’ permission, of course) and upload their own designs, or download others.

The MyPhones package even doubles as a rigid plastic carrying case, large enough to carry both headphones and iPod and help kids keep everything organized. The clear plastic shell also allows for further decoration and customization, making every MyPhones set as unique as the kid who has them.

Comfortable, adjustable and sized just for kids
85 decibel volume-limit for safe listening
Headphone design sits over the ears, nothing enters the ear canal
Make them your own! Design your own shell caps, swap, mix and match
Customizable carrying case stores and protects MyPhones so you’re always ready to go
Use MyPhones for: iPod; MP3 players; in car video; gaming consoles; handhelds; computers, and more…
Same audio quality and comfort as Griffin’s earphones for adults, but sized and volume-limited for kids

MyPhones volume-limiting headphones for kids, $39.99, will be available at major retailers.