The Philips TAH2209 Black is a compact on-ear wireless headphone from Philips’ 2000 series that weighs just 141 g, plays up to 25 hours per charge and folds into a small bundle for a school bag or a handbag. It rests on the ears instead of around them, which keeps it cooler and lighter for long days, and Totot sells it from UAE stock with a 1-year warranty from Totot.
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Why Choose the On-Ear Philips TAH2209 Black?
On-ear headphones sit on the outer ear rather than enclosing it. That makes them smaller, lighter and less warm than over-ear models, which counts for a lot during a UAE summer or a long day of online classes. The Philips TAH2209 Black weighs 141 g and measures 18.5 x 16.1 x 4.0 cm, and its ear cups swivel inward and fold so the whole set fits easily in a backpack pocket.
Philips uses memory foam padding under synthetic leather on the ear cups, and says the foam becomes more comfortable the longer you wear it. The ear cups also angle to sit evenly on your ears. The trade-off is less isolation from outside noise than an over-ear pair, so it suits home, school and the office better than a noisy metro carriage.
Philips TAH2209 Black Sound with Dynamic Bass
Inside are 32 mm dynamic drivers with a 20 Hz to 20 kHz range, 32 ohm impedance and 113 dB sensitivity. A press of the multi-function button switches on Dynamic Bass, which Philips designed to keep music full and rich even when you listen at a low volume, a sensible feature for younger listeners and for people who listen for hours.
The headphones use the SBC codec, the standard codec that every phone and laptop supports. A low-lag setting is available for video content, so dialogue in films, YouTube lessons and short videos stays closer to the lips on screen. Philips does not publish a latency figure for that mode.
Up to 25 Hours and USB-C Charging
Philips rates the 250 mAh battery at up to 25 hours of playback. A full charge takes about 2 hours over USB-C, and a 15-minute quick charge gives about 1 hour of listening, enough for a commute or a lesson. For a typical school week of two to three hours a day, one charge on the weekend is usually enough for the Philips TAH2209 Black.
A 200 mm USB-C charging cable is included in the box together with the quick start guide; you can use any USB phone charger you already have.
Bluetooth 5.4 Multipoint and Clear Calls
The Philips TAH2209 Black connects over Bluetooth 5.4 with A2DP, AVRCP and HFP profiles and a range of up to 10 m. Multipoint means it can stay connected to two devices at once, for example a tablet for a class and a phone for messages.
A dedicated microphone with noise reduction handles calls, and the multi-function button answers calls, controls music and calls up Siri or Google Assistant.
Who This Is Not For
Choose something else if you need noise cancelling: the Philips TAH2209 Black has none, and as an on-ear model it lets in more outside sound than over-ear headphones. People with larger ears or who wear glasses for long periods sometimes find on-ear pressure less comfortable than over-ear cushions. The quick charge is short at about 1 hour per 15 minutes. Philips does not list a 3.5 mm socket, an app or a water rating, and the only codec is SBC.
Ordering and Delivery in the UAE
We send orders from our UAE stock and they arrive within up to 3 business days in any emirate. Orders from AED 300 ship free. You can settle the amount in cash at your door, or pay in parts with Tabby or Tamara. Items that arrive defective or differ from your order can be returned within 14 days, and visible shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours.
Browse more Headphones at Totot, or see the official Philips page for full product details.
Technical Specifications
- Product: Philips TAH2209 Black
- Model: Philips TAH2209BK/97 (2000 series)
- Colour: Black
- Type: On-ear, closed-back, headband, foldable with swivel ear cups
- Drivers: 32 mm dynamic, 32 ohm, 113 dB
- Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Sound: Philips sound signature, Dynamic Bass
- Bluetooth: 5.4, A2DP / AVRCP / HFP, multipoint, up to 10 m
- Codec: SBC; low-lag setting for video
- Battery: 250 mAh lithium polymer, up to 25 h
- Charging: USB-C, about 2 h; 15 min gives about 1 h
- Calls: 1 microphone with noise reduction; Siri / Google Assistant
- Ear cushions: Memory foam, synthetic leather
- Weight and size: 141 g; 18.5 x 16.1 x 4.0 cm
- In the box: Headphones, USB-C charging cable (200 mm), quick start guide
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
FAQ
How much does the Philips TAH2209 Black weigh?
141 g, according to Philips.
How long does the battery last?
25 hours of playback at most. A full USB-C charge takes about 2 hours, and 15 minutes gives about 1 hour.
Is there a mode for watching videos?
Yes. Philips includes a low-lag setting for video content, but it does not publish a latency figure.
Does it fold?
Yes. The ear cups swivel inward and fold for storage.
Does the Philips TAH2209 Black have noise cancelling?
No. It has no ANC, and the on-ear fit isolates less than over-ear models.
Can it connect to two devices?
Yes. Bluetooth 5.4 multipoint supports two devices at once.
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