When you use earbuds in areas where the air is very dry, they can build up static electricity. Your ears might receive a small electrostatic discharge from the earbuds. If you receive a static shock from your earbuds, this does not mean that there is an issue with your device or your earbuds. <br>
This condition is similar to dragging your feet across a carpet and receiving a static shock when you touch a doorknob. However, instead of the static charge building up in your body, the charge builds up in the device that the earbuds are connected to. Then, instead of discharging through your finger when you touch a doorknob or something metal, it will discharge through the earbuds. This condition isn't limited to Edifier products. Static can potentially build up on almost any hardware. <br>
Certain environments and actions can encourage static electricity buildup in your electronic device: dry, low humidity environments Very windy environments Moving your device in and out of your pocket Jogging or exercising vigorously with your device Wearing clothes made with synthetic fibers, like nylon. <br>
There are several actions that you can take to try and control static. You can use a portable humidifier or adjust the humidity control on your air conditioner. Spray an anti-static spray into the air. Use anti-static lotion if you have dry skin. Wear clothes that are made with natural fibers, like cotton. Synthetic fibers are more likely to hold a static charge. Outdoors Keep your device out of the wind by using a case or leaving it in your bag or pocket. Don't frequently move your device in and out of your pockets. Rubbing the device on certain materials can cause static buildup.