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Shokz Says Its Clip-On OpenDots 2 Earbuds Focus On Improved Volume And Bass

The flagship model is joined by the mid-range OpenDots Air.

Shokz has two new pairs of clip-on earbuds, the style popularized by Bose two years ago. The new flagship, OpenDots 2, introduces a new driver design that's said to deliver better bass. And the OpenDots Air pairs a lighter, more style-conscious design with more midrange specs and pricing.

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Bass response is often a weak point for open-ear designs — especially the clip-on variety. Shokz is trying to make it less of a hindrance with the Bassphere 2.0 technology in the OpenDots 2. The company claims that each bud's pair of 11.8mm drivers, arranged in a spherical design, matches the output of a single 16mm driver. Meanwhile, a redesigned diaphragm is supposed to reduce distortion by 70 percent. The result, according to Shokz, is maximized performance in a compact space.

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