Shokz has launched two new wireless open-ear headphones, the OpenFit 2 and OpenFit 2+, both featuring longer battery life and improved sound quality.
The headphones are powered by the brand’s DualBoost technology, which it says is an industry first.
Combined with an updated OpenBass 2.0 algorithm, Shokz say this helps deliver a more vibrant and powerful sound.
Dolby Audio surround has been added to the OpenFit 2+, reportedly enhancing immersion in surround sound listening.
The Shokz OpenFit 2 is priced at £169.99 and is available in beige and black colourways, while the more feature-rich OpenFit 2+ is priced at £179.99 and comes in grey and black.
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Open-ear surround sound
Shokz says the OpenFit 2 is made from an ultra-lightweight, high-strength material covered in a soft silicone finish.
The earhook has been updated with a flexible nickel-titanium alloy that moulds to the contours more accurately.
The design retains a similar form factor to the previous generation, which we praised when testing the original OpenFit headphones, offering a secure fit when cycling.
Shokz says the headphones weigh 9.4g for each earbud.
A case is used to store the headphones when not in use, and like with many wireless headphones, it keeps them charged too.
Shokz says the new DualBoost technology utilises two individual speakers in each earbud.
An extra-large low-frequency driver is used for deep, resonant bass, while an independent high-frequency driver is used for crisp mids and highs.
Alongside this, the brand has updated its low-frequency enhancement algorithm with the OpenBass 2.0, which is said to offer more dynamic low-frequency vibrations directly to your ear.
The Dolby Audio on the OpenFit 2+ is said to surround you with lifelike audio.
Longer battery life
Aside from the audio and algorithms, Shokz has boosted the battery life of the OpenFit 2 range, now seeing 48 hours of playback compared to 28 on the previous model.
This breaks down into 11 hours of charge in the earbuds before they need to be charged in the case – an improvement over the 7 hours of the original OpenFit.
The OpenFit 2+ can also charge wirelessly with compatible devices.
Shokz has also increased waterproofing from IP54 to IP55, but don’t expect the headphones to withstand submersion in water.
