You’ll Need to Translate R2-D2’s “Bleep Bloops” to Comprehend These Audio-Technica Buds

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be C3PO and interpret R2-D2’s whines, bleeps, and bloops? Audio-Technica shipped in a range of special-edition ATH-CKS50TW2 earbuds ahead of Star Wars Celebration set for April, and they include sound effects for when your buds are low on battery or are disconnected that may make you equal parts whimsical and confused. The special Star Wars editions of the company’s premium earbuds include special color schemes reminiscent of “baby Yoda” Grogu, Din Djarin of The Mandalorian, Darth Vader, and R2-D2. The color schemes are all what you expect for each character, though they include a line of Aurebesh, which—for those not up on their Star Wars lore—is the written alien language you find scrawled on walls in the movies and games. People staring at your ear will wonder what the hell is written on your buds, but if you’re curious the writing spells out “Audio-Technica.” The real benefit of these buds is the special sound effects you get on eac ... Read full article.