Does 50cent own SMS Audio?

SMS Audio is an American consumer electronics company that primarily manufactures and markets headphones. The company was founded by 50 Cent in 2011 and acquired Kono Audio that same year.

How much did SMS Audio sell for?

Among the only publicly available sales data for SMS is from 2012, when Jackson went on QVC to sell the headphones and sold more than $175,000 worth in nine minutes. SMS Audio headphones retail for $125–$400 per pair.

Who makes 50 Cent Beats?

50 Cent’s debut album, Get Rich or Die Tryin’, was produced by Eminem and Dre. It was a massive commercial success that eventually sold 9 million units.

Does SMS Audio still exist?

SMS Audio has suspended operations, a former company executive confirmed. In addition to its partnership with 50 Cent, SMS Audio also worked with Intel to develop the first biometric earphones, and the brand had licensing deals with Disney, Lucasfilm and Adidas.

How did 50 Cent get shot?

On May 24, 2000, Jackson was attacked by a gunman outside his grandmother’s former home in South Jamaica. Jackson was shot in the hand, arm, hip, both legs, chest, and left cheek. His facial wound resulted in a swollen tongue, the loss of a wisdom tooth and a slightly slurred voice; his friend was wounded in the hand.

What happened SMS Audio?

Updated! SMS Audio has suspended operations, a former company executive confirmed. Prior to SMS Audio, 50 Cent was also part owner of Sleek Audio, which he now reportedly owes more than $17 million after its partnership soured. He acquired KoNo Enterprises in 2011 from Brian Nohe, who went on to become SMS Audio’s CEO.

What is the name of rapper Dr Dre popular headphone brand?

People Arenʼt Hearing All The Music Dre (Beats) is a leading audio brand founded in 2006 by Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine. Through its family of premium consumer headphones, earphones and speakers, Beats has introduced an entirely new generation to the possibilities of premium sound entertainment.

Are Eminem and 50 Cent friends?

50 Cent and Eminem have a friendship spanning nearly two decades that encompassed countless rap beefs, musical collaborations, business deals, and even the occasional jab.

What happened to SMS headphones?

SMS Audio has suspended operations, a former company executive confirmed. The headphones manufacturer, helmed by rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, no longer has an operating website, and it has not posted to Facebook or Twitter since April.

How do I connect SMS headphones?

Listening to Music: Using 3.5mm Audio Cable: Instead of using Bluetooth® to listen wirelessly, you may also use the supplied audio cable to listen. Simply plug the straight end of the audio cord into the 3.5mm jack on the headphone and the other end into your device.

Who is the founder of SMS Audio Company?

SMS Audio is an American consumer electronics company that primarily manufactures and markets headphones. The company was founded by 50 Cent in 2011 and acquired Kono Audio that same year. SMS Audio was founded in 2011 by rapper and entrepreneur Curtis Jackson, also known as 50 Cent.

Where does the money from SMS Audio Go?

SMS Audio is collaborating with Intel for the project. According to the company website, it also sells SMS Audio-branded apparel and accessories. In December 2011, Curtis Jackson announced that a portion of each headphone sold domestically on the SMS Audio website would be donated to the Feeding America initiative.