"These latest earbuds build on Sony's developments with its LinkBuds Open, which launched in 2024. I found the LinkBuds Open's form factor uncomfortable and ill-fitting for different ears. Sony solves this problem with the LinkBuds Clip by creating a size-agnostic, universally fitting cushion that attaches to the outer ear, with a speaker positioned next to the ear canal for aware listening."
"If you're well-versed in the world of premium earbuds, you might take one look at Sony's clip-on earbuds and think it's taking notes from Bose's clip-on earbuds, as the two earbuds bear several similarities. For one, they have a similar form factor. Additionally, both companies designed the earbuds to deliver immersive sound while keeping listeners aware of their environments - they're the opposite of noise-canceling earbuds."
Sony's LinkBuds Clip adapts the LinkBuds Open concept with a size-agnostic cushion that clips to the outer ear and places a speaker next to the ear canal for aware listening. The design aims to solve fit and comfort issues by providing a universally fitting solution. The earbuds prioritize immersive sound while keeping environmental awareness, positioning them as the opposite of noise-canceling models. The LinkBuds Clip costs $230, undercutting Bose's $300 Ultra Open, and emphasizes affordability and experimental design. The earbuds deliver robust, clean sound, and the case is plasticky while the earbuds do not feel cheap.
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