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The Ultra Open Earbuds are back for a second generation, bringing the same open-ear concept to a refreshed design. Rather than sealing off the ear canal, the buds clip onto the ear, leaving the ear open so you stay aware of your surroundings while you listen.
The second-generation model refines what made the originals stand out. The open design keeps you connected to the world around you, whether you are running on a busy street or working in a shared space. Audio plays without blocking out ambient sound, so conversations, traffic and other cues remain audible.
This release also sets the stage for the rest of the lineup. Alongside the updated Ultra Open Earbuds, a new sport option joins the range, and the collection as a whole has been built around a more secure fit for active use. Together, these changes position the second-generation buds as a strong choice for listeners who want music without shutting out everything else.
Alongside the second-generation Ultra Open Earbuds, a new sport option has been added to the lineup. This gives listeners a fresh choice when picking a pair for training and active use.
The addition sits next to the updated Ultra Open Earbuds rather than replacing them, so the range now covers more than one route into open-ear audio. The second-gen model remains the core release, while the new sport option broadens what shoppers can consider.
It is a small but useful expansion. Anyone weighing up open-ear earbuds for workouts now has an extra configuration to look at, instead of a single path. The new sport option and the second-gen Ultra Open Earbuds share the same launch window, so both are worth comparing side by side before deciding which suits your routine best.
Where the standard model relies on an open-ear hook, the new sport option adds a flexible ear hook that wraps behind the ear. According to the company, this design keeps each bud firmly in place during movement, so you spend less time adjusting and more time training.
The change is aimed squarely at listeners who found the original fit fine for desk work but less dependable once they started running, jumping or lifting. By anchoring the bud rather than simply resting it against the ear, the sport version is positioned as a more stable alternative for high-motion use.
It is worth noting that the secure fit comes from the hook itself, not from a different acoustic platform. The open-ear approach is unchanged, so ambient sound still reaches you while the bud stays put.
The more secure fit is meant for use when you're active. That is the whole point of this sport option: the earbuds are built to stay put while you move, rather than sitting loosely as open-style earbuds often do. If your listening happens on the move — during workouts, runs, or any activity where a stable fit matters — this is the version designed with you in mind.
The secure fit and the sport positioning go hand in hand. The earbuds are intended for active use, so the hold is tighter and more dependable than a casual, around-the-house fit. You get the open-ear experience the lineup is known for, but with a design that takes movement into account.
For anyone who has dealt with earbuds shifting or slipping mid-session, this option addresses that directly. It is a straightforward proposition: when you're active, you want earbuds that stay in place, and this is the model made for exactly that.
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