And like many of their products, it commands a premium for both the Mac connection and ostensibly a higher quality build.
2013 has been the year of the Compact System Camera - otherwise known as mirrorless cameras - with standout devices from Sony offering big sensors and high-quality builds.
But we've been hearing rumors for weeks about a model for half the price that offers the same styling and high quality build, but compromises on sensor size and omits the sweet hybrid rangefinder/EVF.
"Why shouldn't we use assembly line techniques to build higher quality buildings?
Its compact size means it stores away easily, while the high-quality build insulates well and the two-burner grill with electric ignition make it a classy all-rounder for those who want superior standards on a smaller scale.
Compact System Cameras, also called mirrorless, are cameras with the high-quality build, big sensor and interchangeable lenses found on a DSLR but without the mirrors that give that category its name and save size and weight into the bargain.
Being known as a supplier to it has definite value, one company - which is listed in Apple's top 200 list - told the Guardian: "The value lies in the fact that Apple is recognised as having a high-quality build spec, so a relationship reflects well on that supplier's products," an executive said.
With a smaller footprint, more high-quality build and a more universal fit, the headphones signal a step toward a more mainstream product.
But the point is they wouldn't be building here if it weren't a good place for manufacturing if, that is, they couldn't get high quality and build at competitive costs.
These days there are high quality webcams built into the screens of laptops.
Gloria cofounded Trimtime Buttons and used both her fashion acumen and high quality standards to build a successful business.
