This high-tech earplug allows users to control sound on the go

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Noise pollution impacts millions of people around the globe, with various studies showing that noise is the second largest cause of health problems after air pollution. Everyday sounds that we might be “used to,” from crowded commutes, loud restaurants and bars, and even noisy neighbors, contribute to this significant but rarely mentioned issue. While reaching for your noise canceling headphones makes sense to drown out the environment, you are still blaring music directly into your ears, which is likely further exacerbating the problem. Thats where the folks at Loop come in!

Loop, a Belgian lifestyle brand, makes earplugs that give you complete control over the volume of your surroundings, whether youre out and about or in the comfort of your own home. And its latest product, the Loop Switch, pushes the boundaries of technology and design to go far beyond what you get with a simple earplug. Heres what you need to know!




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