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Series

OpenDots1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026The compare table sets OpenDots 2 against OpenDots ONE and the FAQ names OpenDots Air. The OpenDots line is stored as the series, as for OpenFit.

LinkBuds8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026Review calls it a solid addition to the LinkBuds line.

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

E320, E320-ST-PK-US, E320-ST-BK-US, E320-ST-GY-US, E320-ST-WT-US, E320BK, E320GY, E320WT3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Cover: SHOKZ E320.5Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2.jsRead 14 October 2026US store product data: SKUs E320-ST-PK-US (Pink), E320-ST-BK-US (Black), E320-ST-GY-US (Grey) and E320-ST-WT-US (Pearl White), all at 199.95 USD. No barcode is published.6Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2.jsRead 14 October 2026German store product data: SKUs E320BK (Schwarz), E320GY (Grau) and E320WT (Perlweiss) at 199.00 EUR. No barcode is published.

WF-LC900, YY2999, WFLC900/B, WFLC900B.UC1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Cover page: Model YY2999. Support page and parts list name WF-LC900.4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Retailer model WFLC900/B. SoundGuys lists WFLC900B.UC for the same black US model.8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026Spec table: model number WFLC900B.UC (black, US).

GTIN / EAN

810202687523, 810202687530, 81020268754713Retailer pageabt.com/Shokz-OpenDots-2-Open-Ear-Wireless-Earbuds-in-Black-E320STBKUS/p/244917.htmlRead 14 October 2026Retailer spec table: model E320-ST-BK-US, UPC 810202687523.14Retailer pageabt.com/Shokz-OpenDots-2-Open-Ear-Wireless-Earbuds-in-Gray-E320STGYUS/p/244915.htmlRead 14 October 2026Retailer spec table: model E320-ST-GY-US, UPC 810202687530.15Retailer pageabt.com/Shokz-OpenDots-2-Open-Ear-Wireless-Earbuds-in-White-E320STWTUS/p/244916.htmlRead 14 October 2026Retailer spec table: model E320-ST-WT-US, UPC 810202687547.

0272429340544Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026UPC 027242934054 for model WFLC900/B (black).

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

4 June 20267Press articlesoundguys.com/shokz-clip-on-earbuds-opendots-2-air-158377Read 14 October 2026SoundGuys, 4 June 2026: the OpenDots 2 and OpenDots Air go on sale today.8Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/shokz-introduces-opendots-2-and-opendots-air-open-ear-clip-on-earbudsRead 14 October 2026Announcement report of 4 June 2026.

21 January 20262Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Sony Electronics release dated Jan. 21, 2026.

Status

Available5Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2.jsRead 14 October 2026US store lists all four colours as available on 2026-10-14.

Available2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Available now at Sony.com, Amazon, Best Buy and other authorized dealers.

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

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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.

$199.951Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026US store regular price 199.95 USD. SoundGuys and Audioxpress report the same price at the 4 June 2026 launch.7Press articlesoundguys.com/shokz-clip-on-earbuds-opendots-2-air-158377Read 14 October 2026OpenDots 2 at 199.95 dollars. The article names no currency or region and is a US outlet.8Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/shokz-introduces-opendots-2-and-opendots-air-open-ear-clip-on-earbudsRead 14 October 2026OpenDots 2 at 199.95 dollars. No currency or region is named.

$229.992Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Suggested retail price $229.99 USD at Sony.com, Amazon, Best Buy and other authorized dealers. Available now.

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.

€1992Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Germany: 199 EUR on the maker store, incl. VAT. Appgefahren reports the German start at 199 EUR on 12 June 2026.9Press articleappgefahren.de/shokz-bringt-neue-opendots-2-und-opendots-air-nach-deutschland-400311.htmlRead 14 October 2026German press, 12 June 2026: the OpenDots 2 start in Germany at 199 EUR and are available from now on.

€1997Reviewt3.com/tech/earbuds/sony-linkbuds-clip-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review price line: sold at Sony UK, US, EU and AU for 179.99 GBP, 229.99 USD, 199 EUR and 329.95 AUD. EUR price as published for the EU, taken as including VAT.

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

US, DE, GB, JP, AU1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026US store with US dollar prices. Documented subset.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026German store with euro prices. Documented subset.9Press articleappgefahren.de/shokz-bringt-neue-opendots-2-und-opendots-air-nach-deutschland-400311.htmlRead 14 October 2026Germany, in Pearl White, Grey and Black.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/shokz-opendots-2-reviewRead 14 October 2026UK review: launched June 2026 at 179 GBP.11Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/2114399.htmlRead 14 October 2026Japan: released on 4 June 2026 at 29,880 yen.12Reviewdigitalreviews.net/reviews/audio/shokz-opendots-2-reviewRead 14 October 2026Australia: available from 23 July 2026 in Pearl White, Grey and Black, first through JB Hi-Fi.

US, GB, EU, AU, JP6Spec databasekakaku.com/item/K0001765684/specRead 13 October 2026Sold in Japan.7Reviewt3.com/tech/earbuds/sony-linkbuds-clip-reviewRead 13 October 2026Sold at Sony UK, US, EU and AU. Japan from kakaku.com. Tom's Guide lists Bluetooth 4.3, which conflicts with Sony and SoundGuys and is not used.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Pearl White, Pink, Grey, Black1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Store lists Pink, Black, Grey and Pearl White. The launch reports and the other regional stores list only Pearl White, Grey and Black. Pink appears on the US store.5Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2.jsRead 14 October 2026Pink, Black, Grey and Pearl White.

Black, Greige, Green, Lavender2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Black, greige, green and lavender.

Segment

Sport1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026The Shokz product list groups OpenDots 2 under Workout and Lifestyle open earbuds, the same group as OpenFit 2. The page names travel, exercise, commute and leisure.

Music2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Music and entertainment listening. Sony sells it in its headphones range.

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.

Open-ear1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Open-ear clip-on design. The speaker rests against the inner ridge of the ear and the battery compartment sits behind the ear.

Open-ear2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Truly wireless open-clip earbuds with a C-shaped design that does not intrude into the ear canal.

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

Clip1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Clip-on earbuds with a flexible nickel-titanium JointArc.

Ear cuff1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Wearing section: clamp the headset on the thin edge of the ear, similar to an ear cuff. Parts list names the earcuff body and flexible clip.

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

Either bud1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026FAQ: yes, you can listen and 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/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Each earbud has its own touch controls and the earbuds are interchangeable left and right.

Either bud1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Using only one headset unit: either unit can be removed from the case and used alone. In factory settings music playback sits on the right unit.

RGB lighting

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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.

AShokz OpenDots 2

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	11.8	2

Source1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Bassphere 2.0: two custom 11.8 mm drivers in a spherical module that perform like a single 16 mm driver. The maker does not name the driver technology. AV Watch and Digital Reviews call them dynamic. The earbuds do not use bone conduction.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Lautsprechertyp: Luftschalltreiber (air conduction driver). Footnote 1: two custom 11.8 mm drivers in a spherical module.7Press articlesoundguys.com/shokz-clip-on-earbuds-opendots-2-air-158377Read 14 October 2026Dual 11.8 mm drivers with Bassphere 2.0.11Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/2114399.htmlRead 14 October 2026Two 11.8 mm dynamic drivers facing each other with output comparable to a 16 mm driver.12Reviewdigitalreviews.net/reviews/audio/shokz-opendots-2-reviewRead 14 October 2026Dual 11.8 mm dynamic drivers. The roles of the two drivers are not stated, so no role is stored.

BSony LinkBuds Clip

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	10	1

Source4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Driver unit 10.0 mm. Headphone type open air. Driver kind from T3 below.6Spec databasekakaku.com/item/K0001765684/specRead 13 October 2026Driver unit 10 mm (Japanese model WF-LC900 black). Sales date February 6, 2026 in Japan.7Reviewt3.com/tech/earbuds/sony-linkbuds-clip-reviewRead 13 October 2026

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

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Dynamic7Reviewt3.com/tech/earbuds/sony-linkbuds-clip-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review text: 10 mm dynamic drivers.

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.

Min100 HzMax20 kHz2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Frequenzgang: 100 to 20 kHz. Codec and conditions are not stated.

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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

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Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

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Onboard EQ

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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.

510Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/shokz-opendots-2-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: a five-band graphic EQ in the app next to four presets and Smart EQ. The maker pages and SmartZone do not give a band count.

102Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 202610-band EQ customizable in the Sony | Sound Connect app.

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

Standard, Vocal, Bass, Private1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Page: 4 preset EQ modes, Standard, Bass, Vocal and Private. The user guide also lists Smart EQ and Customize.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026EQ Adjustments page: Standard, Vocal, Bass, Private, Smart EQ and Customize. Smart EQ and Customize are not presets.4Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-2-using-guidesRead 14 October 2026Four presets: Standard, Vocal, Bass and Private. Custom EQ and Smart EQ come from a short listening preference test.

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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.

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360 Reality Audio1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound Connect app lists 360 Reality Audio Setup. About 360 Reality Audio page describes the conditions of use.

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

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No16Reviewyours.co.uk/tech/devices/shokz-opendots-2-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review cons list: no active noise cancellation. The open-ear design has no ANC hardware named by the maker either.

No8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026FAQ: no noise cancellation. Review: no noise cancelation feature.

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

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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.

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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

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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.

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Conversation detection

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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.

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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

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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.

AShokz OpenDots 2

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BSony LinkBuds Clip

ANC	Hours (h)
No	7.17

Source9Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026Lab test, single charge, 7 hours 10 minutes. SoundGuys level-matched battery test. Firmware v1.0.3, Sound Connect app 12.5.0. Codec and volume not stated.

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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6.2g(0.2 oz)9Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026Weighed earbud 6.2 g. Case 41.7 g.

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.

61Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026FAQ: 3 microphones per earbud, a bone-conduction microphone and two air-conduction microphones, with adaptive beamforming and AI noise reduction. The maker counts the bone-conduction microphone as one of the three.

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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.

61Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Three per earbud, six across the pair. The compare table says triple AI noise-canceling microphones per earbud.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Compare table: OpenDots 2 has three AI noise-canceling microphones per earbud, two air-conduction and one bone-conduction.

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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.

Yes1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026A dedicated bone conduction microphone works alongside 2 air-conduction microphones to focus on your voice.

Yes2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Bone conduction sensor precisely captures the voice.5Maker product pageexperience.sony-asia.com/sg/home/exploredetail/1214Read 13 October 2026Bone conduction sensors detect voice vibrations from the jawbone.

Mic noise reduction

AI1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026AI noise reduction with adaptive beamforming.

AI2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026AI-based noise reduction system removes background noise.

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.

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SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Connectivity

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Chip

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Connections

Bluetooth1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Bluetooth only.

Bluetooth1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Bluetooth

6.11Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Bluetooth 6.1 with a connection up to 10 m (33 ft).

5.34Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 20265Maker product pageexperience.sony-asia.com/sg/home/exploredetail/1214Read 13 October 2026Sony Asia explainer: Bluetooth version 5.3 with multipoint support.6Spec databasekakaku.com/item/K0001765684/specRead 13 October 2026Bluetooth 5.3 Class 1.

Bluetooth codecs

SBC, AAC2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Unterstuetzte Audio-Codecs: AAC, SBC.7Press articlesoundguys.com/shokz-clip-on-earbuds-opendots-2-air-158377Read 14 October 2026SBC and AAC only, no higher-resolution codec.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/shokz-opendots-2-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: SBC and AAC only. The review says Bluetooth 6.0, the maker says 6.1 and the maker value is stored.

SBC, AAC1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Supported codecs page: SBC and AAC over A2DP.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP, AVRCP, HFP2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Unterstuetzte Profile: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP.

A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Specification block copied from the Sony US sheet: profile A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP. Supported formats SBC and AAC. Content protection SCMS-T.

LE Audio

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Auracast

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No8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026FAQ: Auracast is not supported.

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

Yes1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026MultiPoint Pairing: connect to two devices simultaneously. Set up in the Shokz App.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026MultiPoint Pairing page: turned on in the Shokz App to connect two devices.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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

21Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Two devices at once.

21Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Multipoint section: connected to 2 devices simultaneously. A third device replaces the one that played last.

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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81Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Pairing sections: paired with up to 8 devices. A 9th pairing replaces the oldest.

Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Page footnote: Fast Pair on Android 11 or later and Microsoft Swift Pair on Windows 10 or later.4Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-2-using-guidesRead 14 October 2026Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair.

Microsoft Swift Pair1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Windows 11 pairing section describes Swift Pair. The manual does not mention Google Fast Pair.

Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

10m1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Up to 10 m (33 ft). Footnote: range varies with the environment.

10m4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Effective 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.

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Android, iOS, Windows, macOS1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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.

AShokz OpenDots 2

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BSony LinkBuds Clip

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes
Windows	Bluetooth	Yes
macOS	Bluetooth	Yes

Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Pairing sections for iPhone, Android smartphone, Windows 11 and Mac (macOS 12 or later). Video call section for computers selects the Hands-Free (HFP) microphone. Microphone use on phones is covered by the Making a call and Receiving a call sections.

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

AShokz OpenDots 2

Feature	Needs
Dolby Audio, EQ modes, MultiPoint Pairing and Smart Wear Detection	Turned on or selected in the Shokz App with the earbuds connected to the phone.
Google Fast Pair	Android 11 or later.
Microsoft Swift Pair	Windows 10 or later.
Last known location in Google Find Hub	Android 11 or later and a Google Account.
5-minute quick charge for 2 hours of playback	The charging case must show the green light state. Wireless charging does not support quick charge.
Battery test	Shokz lab at 25 +/- 2 C, SBC audio at 50 percent volume, other features at default.

Source1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Page footnotes 10 and 11, the Shokz App section and the quick charge footnote.

BSony LinkBuds Clip

Feature	Needs
360 Reality Audio	A music streaming app that supports 360 Reality Audio on an iOS or Android smartphone or tablet. The app may require a fee. Not available in some countries and regions.
Google Gemini	Assign Digital assistant to one earbud in the Sound Connect app. Gemini must be the primary assistant on the phone. Not supported in some countries and regions.
Tencent Xiaowei	Available only in China.

Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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.

60mAh2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Akkukapazitaet: earbuds 60 mAh (minimum).

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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.

Not available

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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.

AShokz OpenDots 2

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	SBC	No	10
ANC off	SBC	Yes	40
Call	Not available	No	6.5
Call	Not available	Yes	25

Source1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Up to 10 hours per charge and up to 40 hours with the charging case. Footnote: Shokz Laboratory, 25 +/- 2 C, SBC-encoded audio at 50 percent volume, all other features default. The call rows come from the German spec table.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Akkulaufzeit: up to 6.5 hours of talk time per charge and up to 25 hours with the charging case. Music: up to 10 hours and 40 hours with the case.

BSony LinkBuds Clip

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	AAC	No	9
ANC off	SBC	No	8
ANC off	Not available	Yes	37
Call	Not available	No	4

Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Available operating time: music AAC maximum 9 hours, SBC maximum 8 hours, communication maximum 4 hours. Earbuds only on one full charge. No ANC exists, so music rows use anc_off. The 37 hour total with case is from the maker launch release.2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Up to 37 hours (9 hours earbuds plus 28 hours case) over Bluetooth. Codec not stated.

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.

10h=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.

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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.

10h=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.

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

37h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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

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Talk time (claimed)

6.5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

4h=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.

60min1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Compare table: charge time for the earbuds is 1 hour. The user guide says about 60 minutes in the case.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Ladezeit: earbuds in the charging case 60 minutes.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026The earbuds are fully charged after about 60 minutes in the case.

90min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: charging time approx. 1.5 hours (headset). Charging page: left and right units fully charged in about 1.5 hours from a charged case.

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.

The charging case takes 5 V plus or minus 5 percent over USB-C and the user guide advises against higher-voltage power sources. Third-party cables can lengthen charging. Wireless charging takes about 240 minutes for an empty case and longer with a silicone cover. Wireless charging does not support quick charge.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Ladespannung: 5 V +/- 5 percent. The user guide and the wireless charging footnote give the rest.

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

5min1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Page: a 5-minute fast charge gives 2 hours of playback. The case must be in the green light state.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Schnellladen: 5 minutes of quick charge give up to 2 hours of music playback.

3min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Available operating time: about 60 minutes of music playback after 3 minutes charging.

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.

2h1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Footnote: 5 minutes in the case plays SBC audio at 50 percent volume for 120 minutes. Earbuds only.

1h1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Same sentence. Earbuds only. Codec and volume not stated.

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.

590mAh2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Akkukapazitaet: charging case 590 mAh (minimum).

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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-C3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Insert the provided USB-C to USB-C charging cable into the charging case.

USB-C1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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.

120min1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Compare table: 2 hours for the case with wired charging, 4 hours wireless.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Ladezeit: empty charging case 120 minutes wired and 240 minutes wireless.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026About 2 hours by cable and about 4 hours wireless.

180min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: charging time approx. 3 hours (charging case), by a commercially available USB Type-C cable.

Wireless charging

Yes1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Qi-certified wireless charging.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Alternatively place the charging case on a certified wireless charger.

No2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026No wireless charging is mentioned. USB charging only. Confirmed by SoundGuys.8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026FAQ: no wireless charging. USB port is the only way to charge.

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

Qi1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Qi-certified. The FAQ says any Qi charger should work.

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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.

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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.

Touch, Pressure3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 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.

Touch1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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

Pressure3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Left pinch and hold lowers the volume. Right pinch and hold raises it.

Touch1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Gestures

Pinch once: play or pause, answer or end a call, Tap twice: play or pause, Pinch twice: reject a call, Left pinch twice: previous track, Right pinch twice: next track, Left pinch and hold: volume down, Right pinch and hold: volume up3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Touch Control Instructions, Audio Control and Call Management pages. The guide's symbols do not extract fully from the PDF, so gestures are read from the text. Tap x2 and Pinch x1 both play or pause.

Double tap, Triple tap, Tap 5 or more times1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Tap controls table. Left unit: tap twice switches listening mode, 3 times Quick Access, 5 or more times lowers volume. Right unit: tap twice play or pause, 3 times next track, 5 or more times raises volume. Assignments can be changed in the app.

Remappable controls

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026The Shokz App page: customize gesture controls.4Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-2-using-guidesRead 14 October 2026Custom gestures: you can remap pinch and tap combinations in the Shokz App.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Voice assistant

Not available

Google Gemini, Google app voice assist, Siri, Tencent Xiaowei1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Manual pages for Google Gemini, voice assist function (Google app), Siri and Tencent Xiaowei. Gemini and Xiaowei are not available in all regions. Xiaowei is China only.

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

Yes1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026FAQ: Smart Wear Detection plays or pauses audio when the earbuds are worn or removed. It can be turned off in the Shokz App.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Wear Detection page: the earbuds detect whether they are worn and play or pause. It can be turned off in the Shokz App.

Yes4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Feature text: Wear to Play starts playback automatically when the earbuds are put in.

Sensors

Force sensor1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Page: upgraded force-sensor pinch gesture.

Bone conduction sensor2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026

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

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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.

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Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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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 pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Earbuds IP57 under IEC 60529. The rating applies to the earbuds only.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Schutzklasse: earbuds IP57.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026IP Rating page: the earbuds meet IP57 under IEC 60529. It does not apply to the charging case.

IPX41Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Water resistance section: the headset complies with IPX4 under IEC 60529. The charging case is not water resistant.

Dust and water rating, case

IP541Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026FAQ: IP54 for the charging case.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Schutzklasse: charging case IP54.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Storage and Maintenance page: the charging case has an IP54 dust and water resistant function.

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

Shokz App1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Shokz App.

Sony | Sound Connect1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

App platforms

Android, iOS3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026The guide shows the Apple and Google Play download for the Shokz App.

Android, iOS1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Shokz App: firmware updates and battery status.4Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-2-using-guidesRead 14 October 2026The Shokz App lets you download firmware updates.

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Finding network

Google Find Hub1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Page: view the last known location in Google's Find Hub app. Needs Android 11 or later and a Google Account. Find My Earbuds also rings an earbud from the app.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Find My Earbuds page: ping the left or right earbud from the Shokz App to ring it.4Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/opendots-2-using-guidesRead 14 October 2026On Android 11 or later you can see the last known location in the Google Find Hub app.

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Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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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.

6.4g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Compare table: earbuds 6.4 g plus or minus 0.2 g.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Gewicht: earbuds 6.4 g +/- 0.2 g.

6.4g(0.2 oz)1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: approx. 6.4 g x 2 (headset). Taken as one earbud.4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Earbud weight approx. 6.4 g x 2. Case approx. 42 g.6Spec databasekakaku.com/item/K0001765684/specRead 13 October 20266.4 g per earbud including the fitting clip.

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

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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.

38.8g(1.4 oz)1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Compare table: charging case 38.8 g plus or minus 2 g. Total weight 51.6 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-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Gewicht: charging case 38.8 g +/- 2 g.

42g(1.5 oz)1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: approx. 42 g (charging case).4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026

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

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Certifications

None of 3 known

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

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

OpenDots 2 Earbuds, OpenDots 2 Charging Case, USB-C Charging Cable, User Guide, Legal Information, App Card, Warranty Card1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026What's in the box list.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026What's in the Box page. The guide shows a packaging box as well.

Wireless Stereo Headset (1), Air Fitting Cushions for LinkBuds Clip (2), Charging case (1), Documents (1 set)1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Included items list.

Cables included

AShokz OpenDots 2

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-C	1

Source3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026What's in the box page: USB-C Charging Cable x1. The charging page calls it a USB-C to USB-C cable.

BSony LinkBuds Clip

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Links

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Product page

shokz.com/products/opendots-21Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026US maker product page.

www.sony.com.au/headphones/products/linkbuds-clip3Maker product pagesony.com.au/headphones/products/linkbuds-clip/specRead 13 October 2026Sony Australia product page. It is blocked to the research agents. Used as a link only. No values were taken from it.

Spec sheet

de.shokz.com/products/opendots-22Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026The German product page holds the full spec table.

www.sony.com.au/headphones/products/linkbuds-clip/spec3Maker product pagesony.com.au/headphones/products/linkbuds-clip/specRead 13 October 2026Sony Australia specification tab. Link only. The same Sony specification values were read through the retailer page below.

Manual

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0074/1890/4612/files/E320_Online_User_Manual-EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Online user guide, English.

helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdf1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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.

2years1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026US store: 2-year warranty on every Shokz.com purchase. The German store also says 2 years.2Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/opendots-2Read 14 October 2026Spec table row Garantie: 2 Jahre.

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