Shokz upgraded its open earbuds with better sound and a lighter design

The OpenDots 2 add a bone conduction microphone while the OpenDots Air are a cheaper, entry-level alternative.

The 6 best open earbuds stay put, sound great, and keep us aware of the world

Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable Noise-cancelling earbuds are a popular choice for many people, but if you want to hear the ...

Open-ear earbuds are the new headphones for people who want plausible deniability

I like noise-canceling earbuds because the outside world has a way of barging in without permission. A few blocks to the gym ...

Hands-on with Baseus Bowie MC2 open earbuds: Find out how to get them for $50

Bethany Allard / Mashable The open earbuds market is one of the fastest-expanding audio categories of 2026, and a new budget ...

Why open-ear earbuds are the better option for sound and awareness

Nothing sounds better than crystal-clear music in a safe environment, and that's what open-ear earbuds offer.
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I ran 100 miles wearing the Shokz OpenDots One, my new favorite workout earbuds

I’ve been a massive fan of clip-on earbuds for years now. Bose may have been one of the first brands to break into the market with its editor-loved true wireless earbuds, but that was nearly two years ...
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We tested tons of open-ear earbuds. These 4 sound great while keeping you aware

The best open-ear earbuds allow you to stay aware of the outside world in a way that no other options can. These uniquely unobtrusive headphones clip onto your ear and rest just above your ear canal, ...
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AirPods Are Cool, but You Could Be Missing Out on Solid Quality Headphones for a Fraction of the Cost

Some brands you may never have considered may check all your boxes for features and design. You may find that older ...