If you're splurging on Farmer’s Wife: Handle with Care! Part 1: Angel Advent (2021)a new iPhone 7, you've probably already gotten over its lack of a headphone jack.
So, now it's time to shift your focus to compatible headphones. We've heard loads about AirPods, Apple's new pair of wireless earbuds — but what about options for people who want to avoid Bluetooth? It might be time to go Lightning.
SEE ALSO: No, Apple, killing your headphone jack is not 'courage'Since there's no headphone jack, any wired earbuds will have to go in through the same port that your charger connects to. The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus come packaged with Lightning earbuds (they also retail individually for a pretty reasonable $30), but we've got you covered if you want to upgrade.
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For the big spender: Audeze El-8 ($799.95)

Yes, these are $800. On its product page, Apple says these offer "a lifelike listening experience with an extended frequency response that opens up a new breadth of sound" -- because they use "a planar magnetic driver instead of a cone-type speaker," obviously. We don't know that these will really transform your Spotify experience, but it's your money.
For tighter budgets: Brightech MFi Pure Lightning Earphones ($90)

If you're looking for a more affordable option, try the noise-cancelling Brightech MFi Pure Lightning Earphones. They're made of soft-silicone, which should help them stay in your ears, and you can probably find these at a discount if you look around -- they're $49.99 on Amazon. Just note that they don't contain a microphone for taking calls.
For anyone who wants to get lost in the music: Phillips Fidelio M2L ($189.95)

If music is your escape, and you don't want to be distracted by phone calls, say, try the Phillips Fidelio M2L headphones. They don't contain a microphone, but Phillips says they're "acoustically sealed" to block outside noise. They also offer a "Bass Reflex System" to keep low notes clear.
For the sporty multitasker: JBL Reflect Aware ($199.95)

The JBL Reflect Aware earbuds are sweat-proof and water-resistant, which means you can use them on a run. They're a bit pricey, but they do contain a microphone for phone calls. They also let you adjust the amount of outside noise you want to hear.
For everyone else: The dongle ($9)

If you're reallynot down to buy new headphones, that's cool. You can use a Lightning adapter to plug your old headphones into the iPhone 7. The dongle comes packaged with the phone, but just know that you'll be forking out $9 every time you lose one.
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