Nothing launches a slick pair of $149 open-ear headphones


 Nothing, the London-based hardware startup, has quickly expanded its product line, recently unveiling its latest offering: the Ear Open headphones. Priced at $149, these open-ear devices are designed to provide situational awareness rather than block out ambient sounds like traditional noise-canceling headphones.


The Ear Open headphones are positioned at the same price point as the company’s Ear 2 model and $50 more than the budget-friendly Ear A. They are also $20 more than the new AirPods 4, which lack active noise cancellation. Similar to the Ear 2, the Ear Open headphones offer voice access to ChatGPT through the Nothing X app.


These headphones are intended for situations where users need to stay aware of their surroundings, such as biking or walking in urban environments. While some sound leakage is expected due to the open design, Nothing claims to have engineered the Ear Open with a Sound Seal System and directional speakers to minimize this leakage while maintaining a balanced sound experience.


Staying true to Nothing's distinctive design ethos, the Ear Open headphones feature a sleek aesthetic that sets them apart from typical open-ear models, which often have a less appealing look. The new earbuds are reported to be 30% lighter than standard earbuds, providing comfort for extended use.


Users can expect up to eight hours of playback on a single charge, with a total of 30 hours when using the charging case. Preorders for the Ear Open headphones began on Tuesday, and they are set to ship to the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe starting October 1.


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