RunBuds™ Open

No. RunBuds Open use directional air-conduction speakers that send sound towards your ears while leaving the ear canal open. Unlike bone-conduction headphones, they do not transmit sound through vibrations against your cheekbones, helping deliver fuller audio, clearer detail and stronger bass.

Yes. They are designed for people who like the open-ear style of Shokz but prefer the fuller, more natural sound of air conduction. RunBuds Open offer rich directional audio, strong bass, up to 20 hours of playback and no bone-conduction vibration.

Yes. Because RunBuds Open sit outside the ear canal, they help you remain more aware of traffic, cyclists, other runners and your surroundings. For the best awareness, keep the volume at a sensible level, particularly near roads and busy areas.

RunBuds Open use directional speakers that focus sound towards your ears, helping reduce sound leakage. At normal listening volumes, people nearby should hear very little. Some leakage may still be noticeable in quiet environments or at high volume.

Yes. The lightweight ear-hook design and flexible titanium-alloy neckband help keep them stable during running, walking and workouts. They sit outside the ear canal, although you may feel light contact around the ears.

They are also compatible with most glasses. For the best fit, position the headphone hooks and glasses arms so they rest comfortably alongside each other. Comfort may vary with particularly thick frames.

Yes. Dual built-in microphones use environmental noise cancellation to help reduce background noise and keep your voice clearer during calls. Call quality may vary in very windy or particularly noisy environments.

Yes. Multipoint Bluetooth allows RunBuds Open to stay connected to two compatible devices at the same time, such as your phone and laptop. This makes it easier to move between music, work and calls without repeatedly disconnecting and pairing.

They work with most Bluetooth-enabled devices, including iPhone, Android phones, tablets, laptops and compatible smartwatches.

RunBuds Open provide up to 20 hours of playback at moderate volume. A full charge takes approximately 50 minutes using the included magnetic charging cable. Actual battery life will vary depending on volume, calls and usage.

Yes. RunBuds Open have an IPX5 water-resistance rating, making them suitable for sweat, workouts and light rain. They are not designed for swimming, showering, heavy water exposure or cleaning under running water.