As temperatures rise, taking your workouts outdoors becomes appealing. Bone conduction headphones are great for outdoor activities by allowing you to hear your surroundings while listening to audio. Until April 7th, Shokz is offering discounts on various models during its spring sale, including the Shokz OpenFit Air Earbuds and the OpenDots One clip. The standout deal is on the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2, priced at $139.99 ($40 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Shokz, marking their best price since December and just $15 above their all-time low.
The OpenRun Pro 2 is Shokz’s most advanced bone conduction headphones, addressing a key issue: bass quality. Previously, open-ear designs compromised sound clarity. However, the OpenRun Pro 2 uses special 18mm by 11mm air conduction drivers that deliver notably richer bass and clearer sound, according to reviewer Victoria Song.
The improved fit of the OpenRun Pro 2, with thinner, flexible ear hooks and a lightweight neckband, ensures more comfort and security compared to older models like the AfterShokz, which could be too tight for those wearing glasses. The flexible design and reduced clamping force make them more comfortable.
In addition to enhanced sound, the OpenRun Pro 2 offers better battery life, lasting up to 12 hours per charge, with USB-C charging. They also feature AI-powered noise cancellation for calls, which wasn’t particularly effective in tests. However, they remain a good choice for safe, comfortable headphones, especially if your primary use is for music or podcasts.
Some more ways to save:
– From now through April 13, Woot offers the white, 14-ounce Ember Mug 2 Heated Coffee Mug for $79.99 ($70 off). This smart mug, a Verge favorite, allows you to set and save drink temperatures in the app and notifies you when it’s reached. It keeps drinks warm for 80 minutes on battery or all day on the included charging coaster. Note, it’s not dishwasher-safe, so hand washing is required.
– The Goliath Power Saber is priced at $22.99 ($37 off) at Woot through April 4th. As colleague Sean Hollister wrote in 2024, this lightsaber toy is the first that extends to 35 inches and retracts with a button. Though it lacks official Star Wars branding, it captures the essence of more expensive lightsaber props and includes motion-activated sound effects. It can be displayed using the stand or carried with the belt clip.
– Apple just released the second-generation AirPods Max, but if saving $150 interests you, the original model is available for $399 at Woot, matching its all-time low price. The first-gen AirPods Max offers a premium build with aluminum, stainless steel, and breathable mesh, along with great sound and noise cancellation, although the newer version enhances these features and adds live translation with Apple’s new H2 chip.