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Charging Speed Of Case

Customers are thrilled with the fast charging speed of the Sony LinkBuds Open earbuds' charging case, which charges up to 80% within half an hour. The improved design and battery life have been well-received, making the compact and pocketable case a significant improvement over previous models.

Comfortable Fit

Customers are overwhelmingly positive about the comfortable fit of the Sony LinkBuds Open earbuds, with many praising their lightweight design and ability to stay in place throughout the day. Some have noted that they require a slight adjustment for optimal comfort but overall find them to be a reliable and comfortable addition to their daily routine.

Ambient Sound Design

Customers have a positive sentiment towards the ambient sound design of the Sony LinkBuds Open Truly Wireless Earbud Headphones, praising their ability to balance sound quality with situational awareness by allowing ambient sounds in. Some users find them comfortable and convenient for various activities such as cycling or running while still being able to hear their surroundings. However, a few customers mention that the audio quality lacks bass and may not be ideal for those seeking an audiophile experience.

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Sound Quality

Customers generally find the sound quality of the Sony LinkBuds Open earbuds to be quite good, with clear and decent audio across various frequencies. Some users noted that the earbuds have a surprisingly good amount of bass for an open-style design, while others mentioned that they are tuned for clarity rather than heavy bass. The sound quality is consistent and lasts for long hours on a single charge. Users also appreciate the customizable features through Sony's companion app and the comfortable fit. However, some users have noted that the earbuds are heavier compared to similar products in the market.

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Quality


The earbuds are nicely made from high quality materials and have a rubberized texture.


They sound great, they charge quickly, and they are waterproof.


However as much as i loved the first generation open ear buds, they died quickly as by now, they no longer hold charge or charge correctly.


I’m sensitive or what i call tender eared and they almost feel tired and achy after using many products.

Price


I’d say that if you can wait for the price on these to come down a bit, which they almost certainly will, these are a great opt...  Read More


I think they would be most fairly priced between $150 and $165.


I also expect wireless charging at this price.

Packaging/appearance


The packaging and the earbuds themselves look perfect and first rate.


They saw in a really small box which is so easy to keep in a pocket or a bag.


I looked again through all the packaging and there were no other skins to adjust the size for different ears.

Competitiveness


And the sonys do it better than the airpods because the whole (or should i say, hole) design itself is built around the idea of...  Read More


I have tried many different earbud headphones over the years including bose, but these by far provide the best sound i have eve...  Read More


If you want to compare these to a pair of buds like that fits in the ear canal and has noise canceling, they are not even going to compete.


Other, less expensive earbuds from competitors come with qi charging (except for bose).

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  • How are reviewers describing this item?
    open, fit, quality, great and good.
  • Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is high deception involved.
  • Our engine has analyzed and discovered that 33.7% of the reviews are reliable.
  • This product had a total of 81 reviews as of our last analysis date on Dec 14 2024.

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    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    The previous model was known to lose charging capability after a while


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Ive tried several 34open34 earbudsheadphones


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    This is the first style that are actually placed in my ear


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    They are comfortable for me but i can see they would be limited to certain sized ears which is such a strange move on sonys part


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Id say they sound as good as the samsung live buds if youve heard those


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    You can actually hear a little bass which is difficult since you really have no seal


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Dont expect to have your head rattle from bass but you can actually hear it if its in your music


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Its basically a flattened cube that can easily fit in your pocket

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