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Sony Announces LinkBuds Clip: New Clip-Style Open-Design Earbuds
Always-on design that lets you hear ambient sound and music simultaneously
Sony announced today the LinkBuds Clip, the latest addition to its renowned wireless earbuds lineup. These new earbuds feature a clip-style open-design that allows you to enjoy music without missing out on your surroundings. As many manufacturers have launched this type of earbuds over the past two years, Sony's design can be said to reflect the "trend."
LinkBuds Clip provides a more natural listening experience. On one hand, it allows you to stay aware of your surroundings (conversations, traffic conditions, station announcements, etc.) without removing the earbuds, and on the other hand, improved air flow and the lack of pressure on the ear canal reduce listening fatigue. In other words, these earbuds are designed to be worn at all times, providing stable fit, situational awareness, and comfort during extended use.
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Sony was confident that it reflected customer feedback when designing the new LinkBuds Clip. While showcasing an open-design structure that fits comfortably on any ear, it didn't compromise on the audio quality and useful features that Sony always delivers. Therefore, LinkBuds Clip is the perfect product for those who want to continue paying attention to their surroundings or conversations while listening to music.
Open Design and Comfort
Personally, I like to call this type of device "ear cuff-style earbuds." It might even be more similar to a piercing, actually. Anyway, the important point is that LinkBuds Clip features a C-shaped design that mounts on the tip of your ear and easily adapts to various ear shapes without intruding into the ear canal.
The earbuds' body and upper band offer a wide adjustment range and boast excellent stability according to Sony. It also includes a fitting supporter, allowing you to adjust the band position to suit individual preferences. The earbuds are lightweight and comfortable, designed to be worn all day. I had the opportunity to try the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds, and they were actually quite comfortable.
The design was inspired by ear cuffs and comes in various colors that can be easily matched to personal style. It's also customizable with optional cases and supporters.
Regarding the music aspect, Sony revealed that LinkBuds Clip provides faithful-to-original, natural, and expansive sound despite its open design. These earbuds feature DSEE upscaling technology, '360 Reality Audio' for personalized immersive audio experiences, and ambient audio effects. Additionally, they're equipped with a 10-band equalizer configurable in the 'Sony Sound Connect' app and a "Find Your Equalizer" feature that helps you easily find the ideal sound profile.
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▶ Original source: https://www.avpasion.com/sony-presenta-linkbuds-clip-auriculares-abiertos/
