"Open-ear earbuds enthusiasts typically revere their form factor because they either want to remain in tune with their surroundings or dislike the feeling of earbuds inside their ear canal. Whatever the reason may be, open-ear earbuds have popped up in every corner of the earbud industry, proving their popularity and utility. Also: Sony may have just beaten Bose at its own game - these earbuds surprised me big time"
"Shokz's earbuds explore exactly that. The company unveiled its latest open-ear earbuds with noise reduction technology at CES 2026, marking a first for the company and an apt environment in which to make the announcement. I've tested the earbuds' unique feature during the first days of the show, and before you disregard it, here's why it could be one of the most useful audio technologies you'll see this week."
Open-ear earbuds prioritize situational awareness and comfort by avoiding ear-canal seals, but their openness allows external sounds to interfere with listening. The Shokz OpenFit Pro introduces noise reduction for open-ear earbuds to reduce background noise without full active cancellation. The product debuted at CES 2026 and aims to tackle street noise, voice chatter, and ambient sounds that make music and calls hard to hear. Noise reduction preserves environmental awareness while improving audio and call clarity. Early hands-on impressions in crowded cafes, casino lobbies, and outdoor waiting areas indicate meaningful improvement in clarity for both music playback and phone conversations.
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