Sony is a company that’s known for innovating with its products, especially in the audio department. The Japanese electronics manufacturer has an impressive lineup of audio products, including the WH-1000XM5 noise-cancelling headphones that were launched recently. Now, Sony has introduced the Float Run, a new variant of earphones designed for those who like to stay active while listening to music.
Unlike traditional earphones, the Float Run is designed to sit outside the ear canal, held in place with ear hooks and a flexible skull-band. This design, referred to as “off-ear” by Sony, aims to reduce discomfort and eliminate the risk of earphones falling out during exercise. As per reports, the earphones were tested on a variety of head shapes and hairstyles. It’s worth noting that this is the company’s most unique earphone design since the launch of the LinkBuds, which sported an innovative design as well.
Because of the earphone’s unique design, active noise cancellation is not an option. However, Sony claims that the Float Run’s large 16mm drivers will deliver “a more natural and wider sound” without compromising on audio quality, which will go perfectly with a workout session.
The earphones weigh merely 33 grams, which is quite light and will ensure comfort while on the move. As per Sony, this is expected to reduce drag and pressure during a session. The earphones come equipped with Bluetooth 5.0, a 10-hour battery that charges via USB type-C, and support for SBC/AAC codecs. They have an IPX4 rating, so users won’t have to worry about sweat ruining their earphones.
Float Run will be available in black and will be priced at $129.99. However, Sony states that the earphones won’t be available for purchase until February 2023, so you might have to wait to get your hands on these.
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