They are not for running. That was addressed as Beats plans to have the fitness models.

I can see this getting very annoying regardless, though I trust Apple has thought this through.

I don't trust Apple. Although I'm an Android user bemused that they actually removed the headphone port - hardly their target customer.

Apple has a fairly good track record when it comes to predicting the death of old standards.

I have the same problem and use the loop method as well. I have tried quite a few headsets and like them the best though. I think the real reason why they fall out is the weight of the wire lightly tugging the bottom of the ear bud. I'm hoping the lack of wires will solve that issue...