Shokz OpenDots – Shokz is back with two new clip-on open-ear earbuds: the flagship OpenDots 2, designed to deliver stronger bass with Bassphere 2.0, and the lighter, lower-priced OpenDots Air that sticks with an older Bassphere version. Both bring upgrades for calls, including
For a certain kind of earbud buyer, the appeal of open-ear clip-ons is obvious—lightweight wear, fewer ear-canal blocks, and an always-on awareness of the world around you. But bass has long been the trade-off, especially with clip-on designs that don’t seal the ear.
Shokz is trying to close that gap with its new flagship, the OpenDots 2. The company pairs a clip-on form factor with what it calls Bassphere 2.0. aiming to make low-end performance less of a compromise. Shokz says the OpenDots 2 uses each bud’s pair of 11.8mm drivers arranged in a spherical design. and that this setup matches the output of a single 16mm driver. A redesigned diaphragm is also intended to cut distortion by 70 percent.
The company further adds a feature called MirrorPitch. designed to angle sound so it reflects toward your ear rather than projecting outward. Shokz says this boosts bass response and volume. “making your music sound fuller and more focused.” Alongside that. the OpenDots 2 adds upgraded Dolby Audio support. which Shokz claims delivers “depth” and “impact” while preserving vocals and the soundstage.
Calls are another key focus. Shokz says the OpenDots 2 includes a dedicated bone conduction mic that acts as a reference point for onboard AI to differentiate between your voice and background noise. The company also claims improved noise reduction for calls, helping your voice come through in wind conditions up to 12 mph.
Control is built around touch-like gestures on the physical earbuds: you can tap the arc between the two sections or pinch the back (battery) portion. Shokz says it uses a force sensor to help minimize accidental touches. For durability, the OpenDots 2 is rated IP57 for water and dust resistance.
Battery life is pitched as generous for the form factor. Shokz claims up to 10 hours of battery life per charge for the OpenDots 2. and up to 40 hours total with the case. The case supports Qi wireless charging, and a five-minute quick charge is said to add two hours of playback. The OpenDots 2 will be available in black. gray. and pearl white. and it can be ordered now from Amazon. Best Buy. and Shokz’s website for $200.
If you want the clip-on experience for less. Shokz also launched the OpenDots Air. positioned as a lighter. more accessible take on the same style. The company says the OpenDots Air is $70 cheaper than the flagship. and it’s marketed with a more style-conscious look—Shokz notes it may appear slightly sleeker in your ears (and mentions “more purple”).
On paper. the weight difference is small but real: the OpenDots Air weighs 6.3g per earbud. compared with 6.4g for the OpenDots 2. Shokz says the OpenDots Air uses the older (1.0) version of its Bassphere tech found in the first OpenDots. It also doesn’t include Dolby Audio or wireless charging. Battery life is rated lower as well: up to nine hours of playback per charge. and quick charging is slower. taking 10 minutes to add two hours of playback.
The OpenDots Air comes in black and “daybreak purple.” It’s available to order today from Amazon, Best Buy, and Shokz’s website for $130.
The sequence is hard to miss: Shokz is betting the OpenDots 2 can make clip-on bass feel closer to sealed-ear expectations, while the OpenDots Air keeps the price down by stepping back on features like Dolby Audio and wireless charging.
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