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General

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Series

AirPods5Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/109525Read 30 September 2026Identify your AirPods exact model subsection. Family name normalized from AirPods / AirPods Pro generation title.

OpenDots1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026The compare table sets OpenDots Air against OpenDots 2 and the FAQ names OpenDots ONE. The OpenDots line is stored as the series.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

A3531, A3532, A3533, A3530, MKFW4LL/A, MKFW4ZM/A5Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/109525Read 30 September 2026Identify your AirPods: A3531/A3532/A3533 earbuds with A3530 USB-C case. MKFW4 part numbers from US and German store configuration records.6Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-airpods/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026Product offers and store configuration records explicitly give MKFW4LL/A for USB-C edition.7Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-airpods/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026German store configuration record explicitly gives MKFW4ZM/A for USB-C edition.

E210, E210-ST-PR-US, E210-ST-BK-US, E210PR, E210BK3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Cover: SHOKZ E210.4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0474/1981/8141/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_Bedienungsanleitung_Deutsch_1.pdfRead 16 October 2026Cover: SHOKZ E210.7Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-air.jsRead 16 October 2026US store product data: SKUs E210-ST-PR-US (Daybreak Purple) and E210-ST-BK-US (Black), both at 129.95 USD. The store lists no barcode.8Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-air.jsRead 16 October 2026German store product data: SKUs E210PR (Morgenlila) and E210BK (Schwarz) at 139.00 EUR. The store lists no barcode.

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810202687400, 8102026874179Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/opendots-air.jsRead 16 October 2026UK store product data: SKU E210PR Daybreak Purple barcode 810202687400 and SKU E210BK Black barcode 810202687417 at 129 GBP.10Retailer pageabt.com/Shokz-OpenDots-Air-Open-Ear-Wireless-Earbuds-in-Black-E210STBKUS/p/244921.htmlRead 16 October 2026Retailer spec table: model E210-ST-BK-US, UPC 810202687417.11Retailer pageabt.com/Shokz-OpenDots-Air-Open-Ear-Wireless-Earbuds-in-Daybreak-Purple-E210STPRUS/p/244920.htmlRead 16 October 2026Retailer spec table: model E210-ST-PR-US, UPC 810202687400.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

9 September 20263Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/09/apple-introduces-airpods-5-with-best-in-class-open-ear-active-noise-cancellationRead 30 September 2026Dated maker launch release header and introductory announcement of exact generation.

4 June 20265Press releaseshokz.com/blogs/news/open-to-more-shokz-unveils-opendots-2-and-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Maker launch post dated 4 June 2026 introduces OpenDots 2 and OpenDots Air.12Press articlesoundguys.com/shokz-clip-on-earbuds-opendots-2-air-158377Read 16 October 2026SoundGuys, 4 June 2026: OpenDots 2 and OpenDots Air go on sale today.

Status

Available6Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-airpods/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026On sale in the Apple Store on the access date

Available1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026US store lists both colours as in stock on 2026-10-16.7Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-air.jsRead 16 October 2026Both US SKUs are available.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Apple AirPods 410Reviewsoundguys.com/apple-airpods-5-review-163483Read 7 October 2026Review introduction identifies AirPods 5 as the replacement for the entry-level AirPods 4. USB-C reference maps to the standard predecessor.28Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/apple/airpods-4-truly-wirelessRead 23 October 2026RTINGS marks the AirPods 4 as replaced by the AirPods 5.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$1293Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/09/apple-introduces-airpods-5-with-best-in-class-open-ear-active-noise-cancellationRead 30 September 2026$129 for AirPods 5, $149 for AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case6Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-airpods/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026MKFW4LL/A AirPods 5 $129.00, MKFT4LL/A AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case $149.00

$129.9512Press articlesoundguys.com/shokz-clip-on-earbuds-opendots-2-air-158377Read 16 October 2026OpenDots Air at 129.95 dollars. The article names no currency and is a US outlet.13Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/shokz-opendots-air-reviewRead 16 October 2026Price and availability: 129 dollars, with the retailer boxes at 129.95 USD.14Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/shokz-new-opendots-air-arent-flashy-but-after-a-month-of-testing-i-can-confidently-say-theyre-the-best-clip-style-open-earbuds-for-most-peopleRead 16 October 2026Sells for 129.95 USD, 129.99 GBP and 219 AUD.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€14911Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2026/09/apple-introduces-airpods-5-featuring-best-in-class-open-ear-active-noise-cancellationRead 30 September 2026Pricing and Availability: €149 including VAT for USB-C edition at launch.

€13917Press articleappgefahren.de/shokz-bringt-neue-opendots-2-und-opendots-air-nach-deutschland-400311.htmlRead 16 October 2026German press, 12 June 2026: the OpenDots Air cost 139 EUR and are available from now on. The shop price is incl. VAT.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, DE6Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-airpods/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026US maker purchase page: exact product available in regional purchase configuration.7Maker product pageapple.com/de/shop/buy-airpods/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026German maker purchase page: exact product available in regional purchase configuration. Regional SKU rows documented in variant verification.

US, DE, GB, AU9Maker product pageuk.shokz.com/products/opendots-air.jsRead 16 October 2026UK store with pound prices. Documented subset.13Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/shokz-opendots-air-reviewRead 16 October 2026Launch prices of 129 USD and 129 GBP.14Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/shokz-new-opendots-air-arent-flashy-but-after-a-month-of-testing-i-can-confidently-say-theyre-the-best-clip-style-open-earbuds-for-most-peopleRead 16 October 2026Prices for the US, UK and Australia.16Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/shokz-opendots-air-reviewRead 16 October 2026UK review: priced at 129 GBP.17Press articleappgefahren.de/shokz-bringt-neue-opendots-2-und-opendots-air-nach-deutschland-400311.htmlRead 16 October 2026Germany, in Black and Daybreak Purple.18Reviewdigitalreviews.net/reviews/audio/shokz-opendots-air-reviewRead 16 October 2026Australia: RRP 219 AUD.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

White6Maker product pageapple.com/shop/buy-airpods/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026Exact product hero and gallery alternative text explicitly states white color.

Daybreak Purple, Black1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Store variants and page: Daybreak Purple and Black.5Press releaseshokz.com/blogs/news/open-to-more-shokz-unveils-opendots-2-and-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Available in Classic Black and Daybreak Purple. The store calls the black Black.7Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-air.jsRead 16 October 2026Daybreak Purple and Black.8Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-air.jsRead 16 October 2026Morgenlila is the German name of Daybreak Purple. Schwarz is Black.17Press articleappgefahren.de/shokz-bringt-neue-opendots-2-und-opendots-air-nach-deutschland-400311.htmlRead 16 October 2026Black and Daybreak Purple. The Amazon listing calls the purple Morgenlila.

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Sport1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026The Shokz product list groups OpenDots Air under Workout and Lifestyle open earbuds, the same group as OpenDots 2 and OpenFit 2. The page names workouts and daily wear.

Design

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Form factoriIn-ear seals the ear canal with a tip. Semi-in-ear rests in the outer ear without a seal. Open-ear leaves the ear canal unobstructed.

Semi-in-ear2Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026Apple calls it an open-ear design: an unsealed bud without ear tips, like AirPods 4

Open-ear1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Open-ear clip-on design. The round speaker rests against the inner ridge of the ear and the battery compartment sits behind the ear. The speaker sits in front of the ear canal.

Bud shapeiStem describes an extending control or microphone stalk. Stemless describes a compact body without a stalk.

Stem3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/09/apple-introduces-airpods-5-with-best-in-class-open-ear-active-noise-cancellationRead 30 September 2026Volume swipe on the stem, press both stems for Live Translation

Clip1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Clip-on earbuds with a flexible nickel-titanium JointArc.

Use one bud aloneiWhich earbud can operate alone. This does not mean two earbuds can play from different sources.

Either bud14Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/play-audio-on-your-airpods-dev216d7c746/webRead 30 September 2026Play audio: wearing one AirPod plays and pauses audio through that earbud. Applies to AirPods 3/4/5 and Pro.

Either bud1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026FAQ: yes, you can listen to music or take calls with one earbud. Some app features such as firmware updates can be limited.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026The earbuds are symmetrical and interchangeable left and right. Each earbud has its own tap and pinch controls.

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Drivers and sound

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Drivers per budiAudio transducers in one earbud. Rows distinguish their type, acoustic role and published diameter. Do not count microphones.

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Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	11.8	2

Source12Press articlesoundguys.com/shokz-clip-on-earbuds-opendots-2-air-158377Read 16 October 2026Dual 11.8 mm drivers with the older Bassphere tuning.14Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/shokz-new-opendots-air-arent-flashy-but-after-a-month-of-testing-i-can-confidently-say-theyre-the-best-clip-style-open-earbuds-for-most-peopleRead 16 October 2026Spec box: drivers 2x 11.8 mm. The text says the two drivers split their work, but the maker does not name the roles, so no role is stored.15Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/shokz-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Two 11.8 mm dynamic drivers operating in tandem per side in the Bassphere arrangement.

Driver typeiPublished transducer technology. High-excursion, composite and neodymium do not by themselves establish a driver type.

Dynamic19Reviewclubic.com/test-produit-630958-test-apple-airpods-5-pourquoi-se-fatiguer-quand-on-est-le-meilleur.htmlRead 7 October 2026Sound section describes the existing transducer as dynamic when discussing a hypothetical future two-way design. This is a published model hardware description. Its wireless-case sample measurements are excluded.

Dynamic15Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/shokz-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026The review calls the two 11.8 mm drivers dynamic. The maker does not name the driver technology.

Driver sizeiLargest explicitly published circular driver diameter in one earbud. A rectangular driver width is not a diameter.

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Drivers per budiTotal audio transducers in one earbud, summed from explicit driver quantities. A row with an unknown quantity makes the total unknown.

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Diaphragm material

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Frequency responseiPublished acoustic frequency response of the earbuds. Codec transmission bandwidth alone does not qualify. Conditions belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz20Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/airpods/apple-airpods-5-reviewRead 7 October 2026Published family specification table, not a measured bandwidth. Review explicitly says both editions share sound and drivers. Response tolerance and SPL are not stated. The review incorrectly calls the case the only difference despite maker stem controls also varying. Only its shared sound statement and literal frequency-response specification are used. No sample measurements or control facts inherited.

Min100 HzMax20 kHz2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Frequenzgang: 100 to 20 kHz. Codec and conditions are not stated. TechRadar prints 100 Hz to 40 kHz and a retailer prints 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The maker value is stored.

Impedance

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SensitivityiPublished acoustic sensitivity. The electrical reference and frequency must be stated in sensitivity_reference or the source note.

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Sensitivity reference

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Max sample rateiHighest supported audio sample rate under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. This does not establish lossless playback.

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Max bit depthiHighest supported audio bit depth under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. Bluetooth version alone does not establish this.

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Adaptive EQiAn inner mic tunes the sound to your ear in real time

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Audio Technology names Adaptive EQ.

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Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Personalized Spatial Audio builds a profile from a TrueDepth camera ear scan

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Onboard EQ

Yes12Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/customize-eq-te819024i19r/webRead 30 September 2026Customize EQ note: settings are stored on the AirPods and carry over to other paired devices.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of independently adjustable custom equalizer frequency bands. Availability may require current firmware, an app or a compatible device.

312Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/customize-eq-te819024i19r/webRead 30 September 2026Customize EQ: Low, Mid and High controls. Supported-models appendix explicitly includes this model. Current feature, requires compatible Apple software and firmware.13Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/airpods/aside/glosrqz3g8xj/27/web/27Read 30 September 2026Custom EQ supported models: AirPods 4 and AirPods 5 both editions, AirPods Pro 2/3 and AirPods Max 2.

514Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/shokz-new-opendots-air-arent-flashy-but-after-a-month-of-testing-i-can-confidently-say-theyre-the-best-clip-style-open-earbuds-for-most-peopleRead 16 October 2026Review: a five-band custom EQ next to four presets.15Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/shokz-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026The app has a built-in five-band graphic equaliser with presets and custom settings.16Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/shokz-opendots-air-reviewRead 16 October 2026Four presets plus a five-band custom equaliser.

EQ presetsiNamed equalizer sound presets. Noise-control modes and spatial-audio modes are separate features.

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Standard, Vocal, Bass, Private1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Page: 4 preset EQ modes in the Shokz App. The FAQ names Standard, Vocal, Bass and Private. A Customize option sits next to them.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026EQ Adjustments page: Standard, Vocal, Bass and Private, plus Customize. Customize is not a preset.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026Four preset EQ modes: Standard, Vocal, Bass and Private.14Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/shokz-new-opendots-air-arent-flashy-but-after-a-month-of-testing-i-can-confidently-say-theyre-the-best-clip-style-open-earbuds-for-most-peopleRead 16 October 2026Four presets in the app. TechRadar calls the fourth an audio leakage reduction mode, which is the maker's Private mode.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial or surround audio processing supported with the source and platform conditions stated in the source note.

Personalized Spatial Audio1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Listed as Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking

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Head trackingiSpatial audio changes with head movement. Static spatial processing alone does not qualify. Compatible device or content requirements belong in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Audio Technology names Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking.

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Audio Technology names Active Noise Cancellation.

No10Retailer pageabt.com/Shokz-OpenDots-Air-Open-Ear-Wireless-Earbuds-in-Black-E210STBKUS/p/244921.htmlRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Noise Cancelling: No.14Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/shokz-new-opendots-air-arent-flashy-but-after-a-month-of-testing-i-can-confidently-say-theyre-the-best-clip-style-open-earbuds-for-most-peopleRead 16 October 2026The review notes the earbuds have no noise cancellation.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses exterior microphones. Feedback uses interior microphones. Hybrid uses both. Adaptive control is separate from microphone placement.

Hybrid21Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-ie/108918Read 7 October 2026ANC explanation explicitly includes both AirPods 5 models. Exterior microphones detect external noise and an inward-facing microphone detects unwanted internal sounds. Both are countered with anti-noise.

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ANC microphones in both earbudsiPhysical microphones used by ANC across the pair. A shared call and ANC microphone counts once. Case microphones and vibration sensors are excluded.

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Adaptive ANCiANC strength or calibration adjusts automatically to noise, fit or ear acoustics. The source note states the adjustment conditions.

Yes21Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-ie/108918Read 7 October 2026Adaptive Audio adjusts noise cancellation in response to surroundings. Both AirPods 5 models require the latest iOS or iPadOS. This records automatic ANC adjustment, separate from selectable strength levels.

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ANC levelsiNumber of selectable ANC strength levels. Excludes ANC off, transparency and activity profiles unless they explicitly set distinct strength levels.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)iManufacturer maximum claimed noise attenuation. Frequency and measurement conditions belong in the source note. This is not reviewer-measured overall attenuation.

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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Audio Technology names Transparency.

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Adjustable transparency

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Automatic ANC and transparency blendiAutomatically blends active cancellation with ambient sound. Automatic activity-based switching between separate modes alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Audio Technology names Adaptive Audio.

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Conversation detection

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Published as Conversation Awareness

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Wind noise reductioniA documented physical design or processing feature for reducing wind noise. The source note distinguishes mesh or shape changes from selectable processing.

Yes22Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/answer-calls-airpods3-4-5-airpodspro-devac96438de/webRead 7 October 2026Voice Isolation is selectable microphone processing for calls on compatible iPhone, iPad or Mac. It removes background noise such as wind for the listener on the call. Not a claim that listening-mode wind is eliminated. Latest compatible software and firmware required by maker audio feature footnote.

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Measured

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Frequency response notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bass amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the bass range. Positive means more bass. Target, test method and settings belong in the source note.

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Treble amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the treble range. Positive means more treble. Values from different targets may not be directly comparable.

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Deviation from target (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Consistency between fittings (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Harmonic distortion (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Sound leakage (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation, best (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Call quality notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

SoundGuys found clear, intelligible voices with background-noise rejection in its microphone tests. Wind reduced quality but voices generally stayed intelligible.18Measurementsoundguys.com/apple-airpods-5-review-163483Read 7 October 2026Purchased both editions and tested for four days. Own demos cover ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions. Host, codec, firmware and call app are not disclosed. The review evaluates both models and reports this result jointly. No numerical microphone score is inferred.

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Mic low-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency in game mode (measured)iThe best case the buds can reach. Measured by a reviewer

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-tested operation from one full charge of the earbuds. Excludes case recharges. ANC, codec, connection, volume and tested edition belong in the row or source note.

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Longest tested use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only duration among stored reviewer tests. Modes and settings may differ between tests and products.

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Battery life with case (measured)iReviewer-tested total including earbuds and case recharges. Do not calculate this by multiplying one-charge runtime by claimed recharge count.

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Full charge time (measured)iBuds in the case, 0 to 100 %. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight per bud (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Microphones and calls

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Voice microphones in both earbudsiPhysical call and beamforming microphones across the pair. Excludes case microphones and vibration sensors. Shared ANC microphones can also count here when used for calls.

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41Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Compare table: Dual AI Noise-Canceling Microphones per earbud, so four across the pair.5Press releaseshokz.com/blogs/news/open-to-more-shokz-unveils-opendots-2-and-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026AI-powered dual microphones with adaptive beamforming. The microphone count is per earbud.12Press articlesoundguys.com/shokz-clip-on-earbuds-opendots-2-air-158377Read 16 October 2026Two microphones per earbud, where the OpenDots 2 has three.15Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/shokz-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026For calls the earbuds use two microphones per clip.

All microphones in both earbudsiEvery physical microphone across the pair, including call and ANC microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes the charging case and voice vibration sensors.

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41Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Two microphones per earbud, four across the pair. No other microphone is named.16Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/shokz-opendots-air-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review spec list: four microphones in total.

Bone conduction voice sensoriA dedicated bone or jaw conduction sensor for detecting speech vibrations. A microphone or speech-detecting accelerometer alone does not prove this architecture.

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No1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Compare table: OpenDots 2 has two air-conduction microphones plus one bone-conduction microphone per earbud. OpenDots Air has dual AI noise-canceling microphones and no bone-conduction microphone is named.16Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/shokz-opendots-air-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review: no bone-conduction microphones, unlike the OpenDots 2.

Mic noise reduction

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AI1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026AI-powered noise reduction for calls.5Press releaseshokz.com/blogs/news/open-to-more-shokz-unveils-opendots-2-and-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026AI-powered dual microphones reduce background noise for calls.15Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/shokz-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Integrated noise cancellation system with AI-assisted filtering. It can be switched off in the app.

Call audio bandwidthiHighest supported call-audio bandwidth. Compatible phone, operating system, call app or network requirements belong in the source note.

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Mic mute controliAn earbud control that mutes the microphone during calls. Includes touch or pressure gestures and physical buttons. Phone/app-only controls do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Controls: press once to mute/unmute.

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SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Connectivity

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Chip

H21Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Chip: H2 headphone chip.

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Connections

Bluetooth1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 wireless technology.

Bluetooth1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Bluetooth only.

Bluetooth

5.31Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 wireless technology.

6.12Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Bluetooth Version: 6.1.13Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/shokz-opendots-air-reviewRead 16 October 2026Spec box: Bluetooth 6.1.14Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/shokz-new-opendots-air-arent-flashy-but-after-a-month-of-testing-i-can-confidently-say-theyre-the-best-clip-style-open-earbuds-for-most-peopleRead 16 October 2026Spec box: Bluetooth 6.1.15Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/shokz-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Bluetooth version 6.1.

Bluetooth codecs

AAC10Reviewsoundguys.com/apple-airpods-5-review-163483Read 7 October 2026Bluetooth 5.3, Apple's AAC codec, no aptX or LDAC. SBC is not mentioned

SBC, AAC2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Unterstuetzte Audio-Codecs: AAC, SBC.12Press articlesoundguys.com/shokz-clip-on-earbuds-opendots-2-air-158377Read 16 October 2026SBC and AAC only, no higher-resolution codec.

Bluetooth profiles

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A2DP, AVRCP, HFP2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Unterstuetzte Profile: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP.

LE Audio

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Auracast

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth connections to multiple source devices. Pairing memory and switching through a manufacturer account alone do not qualify.

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Yes1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Shokz App: multipoint connection and dual-device connection.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026MultiPoint Pairing page: turned on in the Shokz App to connect two devices.5Press releaseshokz.com/blogs/news/open-to-more-shokz-unveils-opendots-2-and-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026MultiPoint Pairing.

Multipoint devicesiMaximum source devices concurrently connected by Bluetooth, not the number remembered in pairing history.

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23Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026MultiPoint Pairing page: your earbuds are connected to two devices.15Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/shokz-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Multipoint pairing for up to two devices.

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Paired devices rememberediMaximum remembered Bluetooth source pairings. This is separate from simultaneous multipoint connections.

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

Yes2Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5Read 30 September 202615Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/switch-airpods-between-apple-devices-dev228ba3df8/webRead 30 September 2026Automatic switching supported for AirPods 3/4/5 and Pro with compatible Apple devices signed into the same Apple Account.

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Fast pairing

Apple one-tap setup2Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026Place AirPods near your iPhone or iPad and tap Connect

Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Page: Fast Pair on Android 11 or later and Microsoft Swift Pair on Windows 10 or later.5Press releaseshokz.com/blogs/news/open-to-more-shokz-unveils-opendots-2-and-opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair.

Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

Yes2Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5Read 30 September 202617Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/share-audio-on-iphone-or-ipad-dev3786f35c8/webRead 30 September 2026Share Audio instructions and Change the volume/listening mode paragraph explicitly cover AirPods 4 ANC, AirPods 5 and AirPods Pro. Both headphone sets pair to a supported iPhone/iPad.

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Wireless range (claimed)

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10m2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Kabellose Reichweite: 33 ft (10 m).4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0474/1981/8141/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_Bedienungsanleitung_Deutsch_1.pdfRead 16 October 2026Auto Reconnect page: connection range 10 m.

Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

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Receiver connector

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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiBoth connection types can play audio together. Quick switching between independent modes does not qualify.

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Latency

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Low latency mode

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Claimed latency

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Lowest claimed latency

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Compatibility

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PlatformsiPlatforms with documented audio support. App availability and advanced features can be more limited. Edition-specific support is listed in variants.

iOS, macOS, Android, Windows, Other1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Apple devices. Other covers iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS. Non-Apple devices work as Bluetooth headphones with limited functionality10Reviewsoundguys.com/apple-airpods-5-review-163483Read 7 October 2026Many features do not work on Android or Windows, basic playback does

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Connection per platformiDocumented audio connection for each platform. USB-C phone routes require a compatible port. Platform edition and microphone restrictions belong in source notes or feature requirements.

AApple AirPods 5 (USB-C Charging Case)

Platform	Connection
iOS	Bluetooth
macOS	Bluetooth
Android	Bluetooth
Windows	Bluetooth

Source10Reviewsoundguys.com/apple-airpods-5-review-163483Read 7 October 2026Review evaluates both purchased editions and documents Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity on Apple and non-Apple devices. Apple integrations are limited on Android and Windows. Microphone support for each host is not established, so those row cells remain absent. Apple technical specifications corroborate basic non-Apple Bluetooth operation.

BShokz OpenDots Air

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Features that need a specific deviceiDevice, operating system, firmware, codec, content, account or region requirements for a named feature.

AApple AirPods 5 (USB-C Charging Case)

Feature	Needs
Personalized Spatial Audio	iPhone with TrueDepth camera required to create personalized profile. Not available when using other devices
Live Translation	Compatible Apple devices with the latest operating system software when Apple Intelligence is turned on
Siri AI	Apple Intelligence-enabled device with iOS 27, macOS 27 or watchOS 27. English beta at launch. Initially unavailable in the EU on iOS, iPadOS and watchOS.
Find My	iOS 27 or later
Adaptive Audio	Compatible Apple device running the latest iOS or iPadOS, with current AirPods firmware.
Voice Isolation	Compatible iPhone, iPad or Mac during calls. Select Voice Isolation in call microphone controls. Current device software and AirPods firmware required.

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Independently reopened full displayed footnotes: audio functions require latest firmware and current compatible Apple OS. Siri AI beta initial EU restriction, Live Translation language and region limits and Find My iOS 27 minimum preserved.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/09/apple-introduces-airpods-5-with-best-in-class-open-ear-active-noise-cancellationRead 30 September 2026Launch release footnotes: TrueDepth Spatial Audio profile, compatible Apple Intelligence device, latest firmware, language/region availability and Siri AI beta restrictions.21Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-ie/108918Read 7 October 2026Adaptive Audio condition: both AirPods 5 models with latest iOS or iPadOS. Maker technical audio footnote separately requires latest firmware on compatible current Apple devices.22Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/answer-calls-airpods3-4-5-airpodspro-devac96438de/webRead 7 October 2026Call guide names compatible iPhone, iPad or Mac Voice Isolation via Control Center or Mic Mode. Technical audio footnote requires current software and firmware. This concerns noise heard by caller, not listening attenuation.

BShokz OpenDots Air

Feature	Needs
Google Fast Pair	Android 11 or later.
Microsoft Swift Pair	Windows 10 or later.
Custom EQ, MultiPoint Pairing, Smart Wear Detection and touch control customization	Turned on or set in the Shokz App with the earbuds connected to the phone.
10-minute quick charge for 2 hours of playback	The charging case must show the green light state. Wireless chargers are not supported.
Battery test	Shokz lab at 25 +/- 2 C, AAC audio at 50 percent volume, other functions in standard mode.

Source1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Fast Pair footnote, the Shokz App section and the quick charge footnote. The battery test conditions come from the German spec page.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Footnote 3 gives the battery test conditions and footnote 4 the quick charge conditions.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery per budiBattery cell capacity of one earbud. The source note states typical or rated capacity. Charging input current is not capacity.

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56mAh2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Akkukapazitaet: earbuds 56 mAh (minimum).

User-replaceable earbud batteryiThe maker documents normal battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime under the stated mode, codec and spatial processing state. Name the spatial or immersive processing mode and other conditions in source notes. Omit unspecified settings. with_case false means one charge of the earbuds. true means earbuds plus case recharges.

AApple AirPods 5 (USB-C Charging Case)

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	No	4
ANC off	No	6
ANC on	Yes	20

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Battery: USB-C edition 4 h ANC on, 6 h noise control off, 20 h case-inclusive ANC on. Wireless edition 5/7/22 h excluded.

BShokz OpenDots Air

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	AAC	No	9
ANC off	Not available	Yes	36
Call	Not available	No	8
Call	Not available	Yes	32

Source1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Up to 9 hours per charge and up to 36 hours in total with the charging case, under ideal conditions. The call rows and the AAC test condition come from the German spec page.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Akkulaufzeit: up to 9 hours of music per charge and up to 36 hours with the case. Up to 8 hours of talk time per charge and up to 32 hours with the case. Footnote 3: measured in the Shokz lab at 25 +/- 2 C with AAC audio at 50 percent volume and other functions in standard mode. The with-case rows state no codec.

Longest claimed use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only runtime among all stored modes. This can be ANC off, Hearing Aid, heart-rate or call use. Read the battery table and source conditions.

6h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

9h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC enabled. Codec and spatial-audio conditions belong in the source note.

4h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC disabled. Codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

6h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

9h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case (claimed)iHighest claimed runtime including the initial earbud charge and all case recharges. It is not the case recharge runtime alone.

20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

36h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case and ANC (claimed)iClaimed total playback with ANC, including the initial earbud charge and case recharges.

20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Talk time (claimed)

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8h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Full charge time, budsiTime to charge discharged earbuds to full in the case. Excludes charging the case itself or a combined buds-and-case result.

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60min1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Compare table: charge time for the earbuds is 1 hour.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Ladezeit: earbuds in the charging case 60 minutes.4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0474/1981/8141/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_Bedienungsanleitung_Deutsch_1.pdfRead 16 October 2026Charging page: the earbuds are fully charged after about 60 minutes in the case.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026It takes about 1 hour to fully charge the earbuds.

Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance or estimates that do not separate earbuds and case. Preserve the maker’s component scope and limits. Do not assign an unspecified or combined estimate to a component-specific numeric field.

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The charging case takes a standard USB input of 5 V plus or minus 5 percent. The user guide advises against higher-voltage power sources and says third-party cables can lengthen charging. The case does not support wireless charging and must not be placed on a wireless charger. The USB-C cable is not in the box.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Ladespannung: 5 V +/- 5 percent. The note that wireless charging is not supported and that the cable is not included is on the page.4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0474/1981/8141/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_Bedienungsanleitung_Deutsch_1.pdfRead 16 October 2026Charging page: standard USB voltage of 5 V +/- 5 percent. A higher-voltage source is not recommended. Third-party cables can lengthen charging.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration corresponding to quick_charge_playback_h. Source note states earbuds-only or case-inclusive charging and playback settings.

5min1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Battery: 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening/battery life. AirPods 5 USB-C subsection.

10min1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Page and FAQ: a 10-minute charge gives up to 2 hours of playback. Not compatible with wireless chargers.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Schnellladen: 10 minutes of quick charge give up to 2 hours of music playback.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026Quick Charge: 10 minutes gets 2 hours of listening.

Earbud playback after quick chargeiEarbuds-only runtime after quick_charge_min of charging. A claimed case-inclusive total does not qualify. ANC, codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

1h1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Published as around 1 hour of battery life from 5 minutes in the case, noise control off. Same for both cases

2h1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Up to 2 hours of listening after 10 minutes. The German footnote says SBC at 50 percent volume, earbuds only.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Footnote 4: lab test, 10 minutes in the case gives up to 120 minutes of playback in SBC mode at 50 percent volume. The case must show the green status light.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026Quick Charge: 10 minutes gets 2 hours of listening.

Charging case

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Case batteryiCharging-case battery cell capacity. The source note distinguishes typical, rated and output capacity. USB output capacity alone does not qualify.

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590mAh2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Akkukapazitaet: charging case 590 mAh (minimum).

User-replaceable case batteryiThe maker documents normal case battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Case charging port

USB-C1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Both cases charge by USB-C

USB-C3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Insert the USB-C charging cable into the charging case.

Case full charge timeiBy cable, 0 to 100 %. A time the maker gives with the earbuds inside the case counts, and the source note says so.

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120min1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Compare table: charging case 2 hours with wired charging.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Ladezeit: empty charging case 120 minutes wired.4Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0474/1981/8141/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_Bedienungsanleitung_Deutsch_1.pdfRead 16 October 2026Charging the case by cable takes about 2 hours.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026It takes about 2 hours to fully charge the case.

Wireless charging

No1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Charging Case: AirPods 5 supports USB-C only. Wireless charging belongs to the separate wireless-case earbud hardware.

No1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026FAQ: no, OpenDots Air does not support wireless charging.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026The product does not support wireless charging. Do not place it on a wireless charger.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026The charging case supports wired charging through USB-C only.

Wireless standardsiDocumented case charging standards or supported chargers. Magnetic alignment alone does not establish Qi2 certification.

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Wireless charging poweriHighest wireless charging input the maker states for the case. The output of a charging pad does not count.

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Speaker in caseiAn audio speaker physically in the charging case, for locating or status sounds. A microphone in the case is separate.

No25Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/airpods-5-vs-airpods-pro-3Read 7 October 2026Comparison distinguishes standard USB-C case from wireless case. Its speaker is a feature of the 149 USD wireless edition, not the 129 USD reference. Corroborated by Apple identification page and lineup comparison.

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Screen on case

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Case works as audio transmitteriCase relays external source audio through USB or an analog audio input. A case microphone for recording or calls does not qualify.

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Controls

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ControlsiPressure is a force sensor that does not move, such as a stem you squeeze. Button is a key that moves when pressed.

Pressure, Head gestures, Voice commands1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Controls: force-sensor presses, Siri voice commands and Siri head gestures. USB-C edition has no volume swipe.

Touch, Pressure1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Tap on the JointArc or battery compartment and a pinch with a force sensor.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Single-finger tap on the JointArc or battery compartment and a two-finger pinch on both ends of the battery compartment. The maker page calls the pinch a force-sensor gesture.

Earbud volume controliHow earbud controls adjust volume, including a voice command if supported. Phone or app controls alone do not qualify.

Voice1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Controls: Siri can adjust volume. On-stem volume swipe is exclusive to wireless-case edition.

Pressure3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Right pinch once raises the volume and left pinch once lowers it.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026A single pinch on the right earbud raises the volume and on the left lowers it.

Gestures

Press once to play or pause media, Press once to answer a call or mute or unmute, Press once for camera remote, Press twice to end a call, Press twice to skip forward, Press three times to skip back, Press and hold to switch between listening modes, Press both stems at the same time to start Live Translation, Nod your head yes or gently shake your head no when Siri asks1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Swipe up or down to adjust volume exists only on AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case. Live Translation gesture from the press release3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/09/apple-introduces-airpods-5-with-best-in-class-open-ear-active-noise-cancellationRead 30 September 2026

Tap twice: play or pause, answer or end a call, Pinch twice: reject a call, Right pinch once: volume up, Left pinch once: volume down, Left pinch twice: previous track, Right pinch twice: next track3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Audio Control and Call Management pages: Tap x2 play or pause, R Pinch x1 volume up, L Pinch x1 volume down, L Pinch x2 previous track, R Pinch x2 next track, Tap x2 answer or hang up, Pinch x2 reject a call.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026How to Control: double-tap plays or pauses and answers or ends calls, double-pinch rejects a call, double-pinch left or right skips back or forward, single-pinch right raises and left lowers the volume.

Remappable controls

Yes24Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/change-settings-for-airpods-or-airpods-pro-dev57e5b7e58/27/web/27Read 7 October 2026Both AirPods 5 editions support changing the stem press-and-hold action. The manual also permits swapping mute and end-call presses and changing Camera Remote action.

Yes1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Gesture functions can be customised in the Shokz App.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026The Shokz App page: customize touch controls.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026Choose different pinch or tap combinations in the Shokz App.

Voice assistant

Siri1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Controls: Siri voice commands.

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Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

Yes14Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/play-audio-on-your-airpods-dev216d7c746/webRead 30 September 2026Pause audio: specifically AirPods 3/4/5/Pro remove one to pause, return it to resume. Automatic ear detection can be disabled.

Yes1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Dynamic Ear Detection Technology and Smart Wear Detection, which plays or pauses audio and can be turned off in the Shokz App.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Wear Detection page: the earbuds detect whether they are worn and play or pause. It can be turned off in the Shokz App.

Sensors

Dual beamforming microphones, Inward-facing microphone, Optical in-ear sensor, Motion-detecting accelerometer, Speech-detecting accelerometer, Force sensor1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Sensors: USB-C edition optical in-ear sensor, motion- and speech-detecting accelerometers and force sensor. Microphones retained as listed by Apple.

Force sensor1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Page: the force sensor responds to your pinch.

Heart rate sensor

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Skin temperature sensingiA documented skin temperature sensor. This is separate from the operating temperature range or a heart-rate sensor.

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Hearing aid featureiAmplification for mild to moderate hearing loss

No4Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-proRead 30 September 2026The AirPods lineup comparison on this page marks the Hearing Aid feature as not applicable for AirPods 5

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Medical clearances

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Hearing testiA documented hearing assessment feature, including consumer sound-personalization tests. Medical diagnostic clearance must be stated separately.

No23Maker product pageapple.com/airpodsRead 7 October 2026USB-C AirPods 5 comparison card explicitly marks the Hearing Test feature unavailable. This does not describe the ear-scan used for Personalized Spatial Audio as a hearing assessment.

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Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

No23Maker product pageapple.com/airpodsRead 7 October 2026USB-C AirPods 5 comparison card explicitly marks Hearing Protection unavailable. ANC and Conversation Awareness do not establish hearing protection.

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Health features

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Fit and durability

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Ear tips includediTip sizes supplied with the product, including the pair fitted to the earbuds. Do not list separately sold sizes as included.

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Ear tip materials

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StabilisersiPhysical stabilizing fittings or structures. Stability bands are separate from fins, wings and ear hooks.

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Ear tip fit test

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Dust and water rating, buds

IP571Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Dust, Sweat, and Water Resistant rated IP54 (AirPods 4 ANC) or IP57 (AirPods 5/Pro3).

IP551Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Earbuds IP55. The charging case is not waterproof.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Schutzklasse: earbuds IP55, charging case not waterproof.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026IP Rating page: the earbuds meet IP55 under IEC 60529. It does not apply to the charging case.14Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/shokz-new-opendots-air-arent-flashy-but-after-a-month-of-testing-i-can-confidently-say-theyre-the-best-clip-style-open-earbuds-for-most-peopleRead 16 October 2026Spec box: IP55.

Dust and water rating, case

IP571Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Ingress footnote explicitly includes charging case in IP57 laboratory rating.

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

Settings / System Settings24Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/change-settings-for-airpods-or-airpods-pro-dev57e5b7e58/27/web/27Read 7 October 2026AirPods controls and settings are integrated into Settings on iPhone/iPad and System Settings on Mac. This is not a separate downloadable AirPods app.

Shokz App1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Shokz App.

App platforms

iOS, macOS, Other24Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/change-settings-for-airpods-or-airpods-pro-dev57e5b7e58/27/web/27Read 7 October 2026Documented AirPods settings interfaces are iPhone iOS, Mac macOS and iPad iPadOS. Other represents iPadOS. Advanced controls require compatible current Apple software.

Android, iOS3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026The guide shows the Apple and Google Play download for the Shokz App.

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Features are stated as needing the latest firmware

Yes1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Shokz App: firmware updates and battery status.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026The Shokz App page: update firmware.6Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-air-using-guidesRead 16 October 2026The Shokz App lets you download firmware updates.

Finding network

Last location in the app16Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/find-your-airpods-dev8e8b93d71/webRead 30 September 2026About using Find My and network section: USB-C AirPods 5 has Find My last-connected location. Offline Find My network support is specifically for the Wireless Charging Case edition.

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Precision findingiUWB in the case

No25Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/airpods-5-vs-airpods-pro-3Read 7 October 2026Comparison gives the Ultra Wideband chip and Precision Finding only to AirPods Pro 3. USB-C AirPods 5 has neither. Corroborated by the current maker Find My manual, which restricts precise case location to Pro 2 and 3.

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Live translation

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Live Translation feature named under exact model. Device, language and region conditions are retained in feature requirements and notes.

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Dimensions and weight

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Weight per budiMass of one earbud. Tip size and approximate values belong in the source note. Do not store pair or case-inclusive mass.

4.3g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Size and Weight named per-bud grams and case height, width, depth rows.

6.3g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Compare table: earbuds 6.3 g plus or minus 0.2 g.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Gewicht: earbuds 6.3 g +/- 0.2 g.

Bud dimensionsiDimensions of one earbud on the explicitly identified width, height and depth axes. An unlabeled tuple cannot establish those axes.

Width18.3Height30.2Depth18.1mm(0.7 × 1.2 × 0.7 in)1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Each AirPod. Size and weight vary by configuration and manufacturing process

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Case weightiCharging case mass excluding earbuds. Case-inclusive product mass does not qualify unless the source explicitly gives the empty-case figure.

32.3g(1.1 oz)1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Size and Weight: 32.3 g USB-C charging case, excluding earbuds.

37.3g(1.3 oz)1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Compare table: charging case 37.3 g plus or minus 2 g. Total 49.9 g plus or minus 2.4 g, which equals the case plus two earbuds, so this is the empty case.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Gewicht: charging case 37.3 g +/- 2 g.

Case dimensionsiCharging-case width, height and depth on explicitly identified source axes. Report conflicting axis labels rather than reorder a tuple by appearance.

Width50.1Height46.2Depth21.2mm(2 × 1.8 × 0.8 in)1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Size and Weight named per-bud grams and case height, width, depth rows.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res AudioiThe Japan Audio Society logos. Hi-Res Audio Wireless is also written Hi-Res Wireless Audio.

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Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

BCG-A3531, BCG-A353226Regulatory filingfccid.io/BCG-A3531Read 7 October 2026Public Apple Inc FCC grant table identifies BCG-A3531 with Product Code A3531. Maker identification separately maps A3531/A3532/A3533 to standard USB-C edition. Wireless case A3439/A3440 and A3529 IDs excluded. No side assignment or speculative case ID inferred.27Regulatory filingfccid.io/BCG-A3532Read 7 October 2026Public Apple Inc FCC grant table explicitly BCG-A3532, Product Code A3532. Same standard USB-C edition per maker model identification. Side assignment is not inferred.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

AirPods 5, Charging Case (USB-C), Documentation1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026In the Box: USB-C Charging Case edition. No wireless case or cable included.

OpenDots Air Earbuds, Charging Case, User Guide, Legal Information, App Card, Warranty Card1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026What's in the box list. No USB-C charging cable is included.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026What's in the Box page: earbuds, charging case, user guide, legal information, warranty card and app card.

Cables included

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Links

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Product page

www.apple.com/airpods-52Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5Read 30 September 2026Opened maker product page heading identifies generation.

shokz.com/products/opendots-air1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026US maker product page.

Spec sheet

www.apple.com/airpods-5/specs1Maker product pageapple.com/airpods-5/specsRead 30 September 2026Opened document title identifies exact generation. Stored URL resolves to this technical specification.

de.shokz.com/products/opendots-air2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026The German product page holds the full spec table.

Manual

support.apple.com/guide/airpods/welcome/web9Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/airpods/welcome/webRead 30 September 2026AirPods User Guide, shared by all AirPods models

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/OpenDots_Air_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 16 October 2026Online user guide, English. The PDF text extraction drops digits, so numbers were read from the German edition.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/airpods/repairRead 30 September 2026US English page: Apple Limited Warranty covers the device for one year from purchase

2years1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026US store: 2-year warranty.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-airRead 16 October 2026Spec table row Garantie: 2 Jahre.

Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.