Listen to music and podcasts without feeling cut off

Bose

Bose’s Ultra Open Earbudsdont go inside your ears.

But sometimes, you want to hear what’s going on in the background.

“The concept of headphones that dont block your ears, acting as wearable jewelry, is highly appealing.

A Black woman wearing white Bose Ultra Open Earbuds.

Bose Ultra Open Earbuds.Bose

Wearable Hearables

Noise-canceling is amazing.

But you don’t always want this isolation.

The alternative is something like Bose’s $300Ultra Open Earbudsor a cheaper option like thesetethered Oladance neckbud thingies.

Over the shoulder view of someone holding the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds in the charging case.

Bose Ultra Open Earbuds in Charging Case.Bose

Then, they point a small speaker at your ear.

We’re already used to audio AR.

Andwith the Vision Pro (AVP) headset, Apple is getting even deeper into audio AR.

“Advantages include enhanced situational awareness, comfort, and suitability for all-day wear.

However, potential disadvantages may involve reduced audio immersion and privacy,” technology bloggerDinesh Kumartold Lifewire via email.

you’re able to go for a run without blocking out traffic noise, for example.

you’re free to listen to a podcast while working and not be isolated.