***Update***I changed the 3 star rating to a 5 star due to their swift contact about the issue and the actions taken to alleviate or rectify it. These ear hooks have a wire inside so you can mold them as needed. Work hard or work smart right? With this protective foam you will work even harder because it is so comfortable, now that’s smart. Putting them on a decent source such as the Sony. The Deckhand 2’s could be worn without laces and had a much more comfortable gel-like insert. Decently sturdy Easy to put on (stay on feet! Was a replacwment after my dog ate the original one that was on my sons headset. The welds are strong and there are no wire pieces hanging or poking out. I have a Spigen case on my phone which has survived many drops and my phone has never broken, so thought Id trust my ear buds with a Spigen case too.