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General

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Series

OpenFit2Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/shokz-introduces-openfit-pro-a-new-era-of-open-ear-audio-with-noise-reduction-302654069.htmlRead 8 October 2026

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.

T010, T010-ST-BK-US1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-pro.jsRead 8 October 2026Exact selected US Black SKU. T010 is printed on the original guide. White and OpenFit 2+ are excluded.

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

8102026819271Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-pro.jsRead 8 October 2026Selected Black variant barcode. Maker featured image BK_1 is assigned to the same variant.

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.

6 January 20262Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/shokz-introduces-openfit-pro-a-new-era-of-open-ear-audio-with-noise-reduction-302654069.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker release announces global sale on January 6, 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

Available1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-pro.jsRead 8 October 2026Exact selected Black US variant 44879100543176 is marked available in the current maker product record. Current stock and promotions may change.

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.

$249.952Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/shokz-introduces-openfit-pro-a-new-era-of-open-ear-audio-with-noise-reduction-302654069.htmlRead 8 October 2026

$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.

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€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.

US1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-pro.jsRead 8 October 2026

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

Black1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-pro.jsRead 8 October 2026

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

Sport3Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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-ear3Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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.

Ear hook3Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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.

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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 OpenFit Pro

Type	Count per earbud
Dynamic	1

Source8Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1949027-REG/shokz_t010_st_bk_us_openfit_pro_wireless_open_ear.html/overviewRead 8 October 2026Exact Black SKU: one dynamic driver per earbud. Maker 11 x 20 mm rectangular driver and area-equivalent 16.7 mm round speaker are not actual circular diameters. Size row omitted.

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.

Dynamic8Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1949027-REG/shokz_t010_st_bk_us_openfit_pro_wireless_open_ear.html/overviewRead 8 October 2026

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.

Min50 HzMax40 kHz7Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026Published acoustic 50 Hz to 40 kHz ±10 dB. US details note 1 measures upper limit on core driver under lab conditions. It does not prove 40 kHz Bluetooth bandwidth.

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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.

1010Reviewsoundguys.com/shokz-openfit-pro-review-151300Read 8 October 2026Actual app ten-band EQ.

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 Boost, Treble Boost, Private4Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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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.

Optimized for Dolby Atmos3Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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.

Yes3Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026App-enabled Dolby Head Tracking, with recalibration. Source content requirements remain separate.

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes5Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-pro-supportRead 8 October 2026Open-Ear Noise Reduction emits inverse sound waves while leaving the canal open. Performance depends on ear anatomy, fit and noise. No sealed-ear isolation equivalence.

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.

Hybrid5Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-pro-supportRead 8 October 2026Two feedforward microphones plus feedback microphone shown on one earbud in maker details diagram.

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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.

65Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-pro-supportRead 8 October 2026Three per bud, six across pair. Same array provides noise reduction and calls. Retailer voice-microphone count four is not substituted for physical total.

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

Yes5Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-pro-supportRead 8 October 2026Ear Adaptive Algorithm adjusts to ear fit and changing environment. Manual adjustment has no published count of discrete 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

No11Reviewstuff.tv/review/shokz-openfit-pro-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual app offers off/open and noise reduction only. No electronic 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.

Yes4Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026Call-processing claim. Internal speaking-head wind test at 15 km/h does not establish real-world effectiveness.

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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 microphone demonstrations cover quiet, office, street, wind and reverberant conditions. Speech remains usable with office or street noise. Strong wind can obscure speech.10Reviewsoundguys.com/shokz-openfit-pro-review-151300Read 8 October 2026Own two-week supplied-unit test and recorded microphone demonstrations. Firmware/host unstated.

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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 OpenFit Pro

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	5.6

Source13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/shokz/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026Public exact OpenFit Pro review, tested Black sample, states 5.6 hours on one charge with noise reduction enabled. April 2026 test, methodology v2.3 after June update. Review-specific codec, firmware, volume and spatial settings are not disclosed in the accessible text. ANC-off doubling is not converted to a numeric row. Detailed locked tables were not accessed.14Measurementrtings.com/headphones/tests/active-features/battery-lifeRead 8 October 2026Public method measures continuous operation to complete discharge, excluding case recharges. Looped audio, time-lapse and binaural recordings monitor playback. Its generic calibration procedure is not claimed as a confirmed setting for this unit. Case-total calculations from maker recharge counts are excluded.

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.

5.6h=CalculatedFrom Battery life (measured)

7.17h=CalculatedFrom Battery life (measured)

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.

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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.

65Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-pro-supportRead 8 October 2026Maker cutaway shows three physical microphones on one bud. Six across the pair.

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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.

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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

AI4Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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

Bluetooth4Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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

Bluetooth

6.14Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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, AAC7Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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, HFP7Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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

No10Reviewsoundguys.com/shokz-openfit-pro-review-151300Read 8 October 2026Reviewer explicitly reports no Auracast.

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.

Yes5Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-pro-supportRead 8 October 2026

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.

25Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-pro-supportRead 8 October 2026

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

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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)

10m3Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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

Yes11Reviewstuff.tv/review/shokz-openfit-pro-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual Black sample app includes low-latency mode for gaming/multimedia. Firmware number and latency milliseconds not stated.

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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.

Android, iOS8Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1949027-REG/shokz_t010_st_bk_us_openfit_pro_wireless_open_ear.html/overviewRead 8 October 2026Documented Android/iOS compatibility. Other computer audio routes remain omitted.

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 OpenFit Pro

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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 OpenFit Pro

Feature	Needs
Shokz App	Smartphone with iOS 13.0 or later or Android 8.0 or later. Regional app availability varies.
Open-Ear Noise Reduction	Both earbuds must be worn. Enable through the buttons or Shokz App. Strength adjusts in the app.
MultiPoint Pairing	Enable in Shokz App with current app and earbuds firmware. Supports two simultaneous source connections.
Optimized for Dolby Atmos and head tracking	Enable in Shokz App. Dolby Atmos content requires a compatible source and service. Head tracking can be recalibrated in the app.
Find My Earbuds	Earbuds must be powered on and connected within Bluetooth range. App plays a sound. No location network is established.

Source6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 20269Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/shokz-app-using-guideRead 8 October 2026Current maker guide names OpenFit Pro. App supports smartphones, not tablets or computers. Ringing requires powered-on, connected earbuds. No finding network inferred.

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.

90mAh7Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026One earbud minimum capacity, 90 mAh.

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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.

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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 OpenFit Pro

Mode	Codec	Spatial audio	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	AAC	No	No	12
ANC off	AAC	No	Yes	50
ANC on	AAC	Not available	No	6
ANC on	Not available	Not available	Yes	24
Call	Not available	Not available	No	10
Call	Not available	Not available	Yes	40

Source4Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026Lab AAC playback at 50% volume and 25 ±2 °C. Off rows disable noise reduction, Dolby Atmos and head tracking. On per-charge row uses noise reduction, other processing unstated. Totals include initial earbuds charge and case recharges. Call rows come from the exact German table, with settings unstated.7Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026Music and call rows distinguished. Call 10 h/40 h settings are unstated.

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.

12h=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.

6h=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.

12h=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.

50h=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.

24h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Talk time (claimed)

10h=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.

70min6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed page 23 explicitly fully drained to 100% in fully charged case, 25 ±2 °C. Maker lab estimate.

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.

Earbuds: about 70 minutes from discharged to full in a fully charged case at 25 ±2 °C. Wired depleted case: about 120 minutes, including the published case-with-drained-earbuds condition. Qi case charging: about 180 minutes. USB input is 5 V ±5%. Wireless test used 2 W at 25 °C, which is a test condition, not a maximum charging-power claim. Keep the port and earbuds dry.6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 24 and 25. Details-page note 5 supplies 2 W wireless test condition.

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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.

10min4Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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.

4h4Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026Earbuds charged in case for ten minutes with standard adapter at 25 ±2 °C. AAC at 50% volume with noise reduction and special audio features off.

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.

820mAh7Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026Minimum cell capacity 820 mAh, not output charge capacity.

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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-C6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

120min6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed page 24: depleted case or case with drained earbuds, by USB cable, 25 ±2 °C.

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

Yes6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

Qi6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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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.

Button6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

Buttons6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Gestures

Single press: play/pause or answer/end call, Double press: next track or reject call, Triple press: previous track, Press then hold: volume up on right, down on left, Long press: noise reduction on/off6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Yes5Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-pro-supportRead 8 October 2026

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

Voice assistant

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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

Yes4Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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

Optical wear-detection sensor, Capacitive wear-detection sensor4Maker product pageshokz.com/pages/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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.

Ear hook6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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Ear tip fit test

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Dust and water rating, buds

IP556Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed page 37: IEC 60529, earbuds only. Case has no published waterproof rating. No swimming or wet charging.

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

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

Shokz App6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

App platforms

Android, iOS9Maker product pageshokz.com/blogs/news/shokz-app-using-guideRead 8 October 2026

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

User firmware updates

Yes6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Finding network

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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.

12.3g(0.4 oz)3Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026One earbud, 12.3 ±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.

74.8g(2.6 oz)3Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026US purchase table: case 74.8 ±2 g. German specifications separately label case 74.7 ±2 g and total 99.3 ±2.4 g. US details comparison instead labels 99.3 g as case. Keep the selected US empty-case claim.7Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026Exact model table separates case 74.7 g from total 99.3 g. Selected US nominal 74.8 g is retained.8Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1949027-REG/shokz_t010_st_bk_us_openfit_pro_wireless_open_ear.html/overviewRead 8 October 2026

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

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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

2BCD6-T01012Regulatory filingdevice.report/m/7eeef3c58fb958bbabe0c7c0b0301cda6d4490f442bcb8d90a83705283b0b02c.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original manufacturer-submitted package-label drawing identifies OpenFit Pro T010 and FCC ID 2BCD6-T010. No label dimensions are treated as product dimensions.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Left and right OpenFit Pro earbuds, Charging case, USB-C charging cable, Two support accessories, User guide, Legal statement, Warranty card, App card6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed page 4 complete list, including two fit supports. Wall adapter is absent.

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 OpenFit Pro

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-C	1

Source6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

BSony LinkBuds Clip

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Links

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Product page

shokz.com/products/openfit-pro1Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-pro.jsRead 8 October 2026

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/openfit-pro7Maker product pagede.shokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026

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

userguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdf6Owner's manualuserguide.shokz.net/upload/user/20260114/c806e6c1e2ab47b3a91d0bbf56bdd392.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

2years3Maker product pageshokz.com/products/openfit-proRead 8 October 2026US direct-purchase two-year warranty. Statutory rights and optional promotions are separate.

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