Shokz is the new name of bone-conduction headphone specialist AfterShokz. According to the company, the simplification of the brand name from AfterShokz to Shokz… ‘creates a shorter, more powerful word that is easier to remember and share, helping to spread the word and bring the benefits of open-ear listening to more sports enthusiasts.’
Shokz has reportedly sold over 7 million units of headphones globally. OpenRun is the company’s latest quick-charge version of its flagship Aeropex model, with a new 10-minute quick-charge function.
A 10-minute quick-charge provides 1.5 hours of play time. Priced at £129.95 OpenRun comes in at a lower price than the original Aeropex.
Designed for athletes, Shokz bone-conduction headphones, unlike traditional over-ear headphones generate mini vibrations that travel through the cheekbones of the wearer, from transducers placed in front of the ears.
The vibrations go directly to the inner ears and bypass the eardrums. Surrounding noise such as traffic, pedestrians, cyclists and runners can be heard as normal, whilst allowing the wearer to listen to music and calls while taking part in sport.
Shokz are approved for use in major running events and races under the UK Athletics Rules of Competition due to their open-ear safety feature. They are the only brand of bone conduction sports headphones recommended by England Athletics.
