Why are 2007 apple earbuds shaped like that?

MemerGamer wrote:

Hi, I’ve got some earbuds released in 2007 and they don’t fit in my ears very well and even when I eventually persuade them it doesn’t take much for them to fall out.

Ear shape is almost as unique as fingerprints. If ten-year-old earbuds don't work for you, maybe it's time to get different ones.

these forums are user helping other users like yourself, it's sort of going to a

physical apple store and asking other customers their advice

don't think anyone here can provide you with insights into the apple crews design desisions

you can try to reach out to their support channels

 Get Support (apple.com)

And or

 Contact - Official Apple Support

And or

Contact - How to Contact Us - Apple

Or

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple

Support Options - Apple

The very first wired Apple Earbuds were released in 2001, that were bundled with the 1st generation iPods, was known as the "Apple iPod Earbuds."

The ones you have, were released in 2007, and were bundled with the 1st generation iPhone. They were called: Apple Stereo Headset. Since then, Apple has released, each with different design & technical elements incorporated, the following:

• 2008 (A1288):Apple Earphones with Remote & Mic and were bundled with the iPhone 3GS
• 2012 (A1475): Apple EarPods w/ 3.5mm headphone plug
• 2016 (A1748): Apple EarPods with Lightning connector
• 2023 (A3046): Apple EarPods with USB-C connector

Have you tried any of these other ones? Regardless, if you are not satisfied with what Apple provided us back in 2007, you had plenty of time to consider other options ... Apple or not.