Exactly this. When in-ear buds became the standard (90's?), the lifespan would be dictated by how quickly the cable frayed. Step 1: superglue Step 2: tape St

Exactly this. When in-ear buds became the standard (90's?), the lifespan would be dictated by how quickly the cable frayed. Step 1: superglue Step 2: tape Step 3: buy new ones