Hi everyone: I highly recommend the Williams "Surround Sound" ear piece for use with the braillenote and gPS. This is a small, light weight speaker which hangs on the outside of your ear from its own built in loop. There is no padding and nothing occludes the ear canal, thereby allowing you to clearly hear ambient sounds. The device is very comfortable to wear and produces excellent volume. I wish it was wireless, though. The "Surround Sound" ear phone is available from Cardinal Sound and Communications in Silver Spring, MD for $12.50 plus shipping. I usually buy two or three units at a time since I end up giving them away to friends who like the thing so much. Williams "surround Sound" ear phone, part No. EAR-22 Cardinal Sound and Communications 301-589-3700 Website: http://www.cardinalsound.us By the way, I have no financial interest or other association with this company. Enjoy! Scott