Open Ear headphones go from niche to trend: comfortable, open design that keeps you connected to your surroundings

Audio consumption is part of everyday life, which has driven the growth of a new category of headphones, the ‘Open Ear’ or open design, which allow you to enjoy music no matter where you are while maintaining connection with the environment.

It doesn’t matter where you look; Headphones have become an ubiquitous accessory, commonly used at work, on public transport or while playing sports or going for a walk. And this has promoted this new ‘Open Ear’ technology, for your comfort and because it allows, at the same time, listen to what is happening in the environment, increasing comfort and safety, among other things.

The open sound design offers a lighter, more breathable fit, which does not cause pressure or fatigue during prolonged periods of use, as it the earpiece does not enter the ear canal or block itas is the case with the so-called ‘in-ear’ or intra-ural models.

On the contrary, ‘Open Ear’ headphones They surround the ear or catch on ity project sound waves precisely into the interior of the ears, resulting in a more natural listening experience without losing awareness of what is happening around you and without compromising sound quality.

This way of experiencing sound has allowed open-design headphones to evolve. “from being a niche alternative to becoming a fully consolidated format within the headphones category”, as JBL experts explain to Europa Press.

This technology firm, with 80 years of experience in audio innovation, considers that the market for this type of headphones “is already a reality” as a “booming trend”, in which not only do they contribute with the JBL Sense PRO, JBL Soundgear CLIPS, JBL Endurance ZONE, JBL Sense LITE and JBL Endurance PACE ranges; but also “the interest of other brands in entering it.”

They point out, however, that it is not about replacing traditional in-ear headphones, but about offering more options to users. “Open Ear expands the headphone category by addressing new use cases and opening up new opportunities for audio consumption”they assure.

SOUND CONDUCTION THROUGH AIR

These opportunities are reinforced by the search for headphones for more specific and specialized uses by users, to whom JBL corresponds with an open design catalog that adapts to different daily situations.

In this sense, The JBL Sense PRO offer the most advanced experience for work and daily productivityas they use beamforming microphones and voice processing optimized by artificial intelligence so that the voice remains clear and professional quality during calls in any environment.

The JBL Sense PRO are designed to be worn for hours, with a design made of soft materials and a flexible cable that adapts to the curve of the ear comfortably. Furthermore, they use JBL OpenSound technology to direct audio to the ears through air conductionwhich also means that only the user wearing them hears the music, in a more discreet way.

JBL OpenSound technology is also present in the JBL Soundgear CLIPS headphones, which stand out for their SonicArc clip format, which clips onto the side of the ear; and the JBL Endurance ZONE sports headphones.

JBL Soundgear CLIPSwith their clip format, are designed for travel and social environments. They are equipped with a four-microphone system and use an AI algorithm so that voices on calls are heard clearly, even on the move.

In the case of los JBL Endurance ZONEhighlights their durability and performance, so that they can be used while doing sports or high intensity activitysuch as in training, races and exercise sessions. A liquid silicone earhook and adaptable memory wire ensure a secure fit. They are also resistant to water and sweat, with an IP68 certification, and are designed to withstand demanding outdoor conditions.

OPEN DESIGN FOR THE LITTLE ones

JBL also brings open design to the little ones with children’s headphones JBL Junior FREEwhich in addition to being splash-resistant, adapt to different sizes with its wireless format with neckband and are easily used with large buttons.

These headphones They have parental controls through JBL Safe Sound in the JBL Headphones app, which allows you to adjust the maximum playback volume to a safe level for children.

Likewise, they help create and maintain safe listening habits through daily and weekly reports that parents receive about their children’s activity.