Hey guys, first off I have to say that I would more closely rate this product at 4.7 but since amazon only works with star I gave it a 5. Quickly I will give you a run down of pros and cons and then go into more depth.
Pros:
-Great sound quality
-Easy to connect
-Mic (for phone calls)
-Controls
-Battery life
-Quick Charging
-Decently low lag (Good for gaming)
-Build qaulity
Cons:
-Mic (When using it with a computer)
-Range (Depends on device but 15-20ft line of sight)
Neutral:
-Comfort (Sometimes can rub your ears)
-Using in a Gym
-Not water proof
In Depth:
My job currently is to deliver pizzas and I wanted a way to be able to listen to music/audiobooks in and out of the store without getting my boss mad. She has a no headphones policy, but after seeing that these are open ear she has not told me to take them off; although I am treading lightly... So how are they?
Simple answer: Awesome. The music quality is very nice and clear as well as having volume that can be very loud. The whole experience is very natural. Being able to hear classical music or the Interstellar soundtrack while gazing at the stars is something else. I am no sound expert but these are very decent. Connecting these to devices is super easy, although connecting to a computer can sometimes be a bit more complicated. Mic works great. Over the past month or so that I've used these I've had to call a few people and they were rarely able to tell I was in a car; keep in mind that I drive a diesel car. The dual mics definitely do their job. Although I've had some trouble interacting with windows and getting the mic to work properly which is why I put it on as a con.
Controls are simple in design but have a very intuitive multi function that makes these things easy to use. Looking at the device you will notice that it has 3 buttons: 1 on the left and 2 on the right. The single tap on the left button allows you to pause/play and answer/end a call. The double tap allows you to either skip to the next track or redial the last person you called, depending on what you are doing. The volume controls on the right are also malfunction. If you hold down the volume up button it will allow you to power on the device as well as enter pairing mode if you hold it down a bit after that. However, if you hold both buttons down it will change the EQ mode on the device. *It also has more functions like battery level, but these are the main ones.
With most headphones they usually have a built in sub to give you that nice bass that you love and expect. With these, since it's a little bit different technology, it uses vibration to simulate that effect. Although it does a great job it can be a bit off putting for some and it's nice that you can turn it off. It took me about a week to get used to it, but I leave it on because I prefer the sound quality.
The battery on this thing is rated for 6 hours, but it usually took between 6 to 8 hours to drain it; Which lasted me a long shift then getting back and still being able to listen to an audiobook. Do keep in mind I pause and play the device often because I still consider it rude to talk to a customer while listening to music. It also didn't take long to charge it. I didn't measure anything but I would say an hour to fully charge is a fair estimate.
Gaming on these things was actually very interesting. Like I said before the entire sound experience was very natural and being that these have a pretty low lag, for Bluetooth, I did pretty good on Overwatch playing with these. By no stretch would I recommend these for professionals, but in a pinch these a very comfortable.
The build quality on this is really good. It has a soft plastic around it that makes it as comfortable as it is going to get for $100. It also has this flexible band that connects one side to the other that not only protects it from you accidentally sitting on or dropping it, but also keeps up the pressure that you need to in order for sound to be transferred to your head. I have no trouble letting my younger siblings use these, which is something I can't say about most of my expensive items.
The range is really the only negative thing I have to say about it, but it isn't really a deal breaker. Although I have to bring my phone with me when I get out of the car to bring a customers pizza to their front step, it excels in the quality and functionality it brings to the table so it doesn't really bother me all that much.
These things are comfortable, again, they are as good as they going to get for $100. However, every so often they will rub my ears the wrong way or give me a head that will be irritating. But I think it is just a matter of learning how to use this device and after about a week it won't happen as much.
Although I haven't had a lot of time to test this out, using these in a gym may not be the best for some. People like to tune out everything and just focus on their work out routine. Although they do come with earplugs you can easily spend $10-20 on a pair earbuds that will have a similar sound quality. However, for me I've used them long enough that I would be perfectly comfortable using them at a gym; So it really just boils down to personal preference.
Although these are rated IP55 not having these water proof is slightly annoying. But it protects against sweat, dust, and even some rain; So I'll remain neutral.
Conclusion:
These are my favorite headphones right now. I use them so much I have fallen in love with them. Everyone that i've shown them too has said they really like them. Yes, you can find cheaper versions of this and some like the Zungle that are in sunglasses. But most of those have terrible sound quality or aren't loud enough. Plus Aftershockz will set up cancer awareness promotions that donates a portion of the profit, on the pink ones, to help people with cancer. At the end of the day it's your money but with these you are guaranteed quality.
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Bone conduction technology was introduced into the AfterShokz debut product line in 2011. For the first time ever, AfterShokz had made the unique listening experience provided by bone conduction technology available to the general public.What makes our product unique
We’re disrupting the headphone industry with our innovative open-ear design and patented bone conduction technology. The result is a premium listening experience while your ears stay open to your surroundings for maximum situational awareness, safety, and connection.Why we love what we do
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This Item  AfterShokz Titanium Bone Conduction Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Slate Grey |  |  |  |  |  | |
| Price | — | $154.95 | $39.95 | -31% $54.95 List: $79.95 | $149.95 | $129.95 |
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| Sold By | — | eGrowth | Panadia Official | Shokz Official | Shokz Official | Shokz Official |
| connectivity tech | Bluetooth | Wireless | Wireless | Bluetooth | Wireless | Wireless |
| headphones form factor | In Ear | Open Ear | Over Ear | In Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
| connector type | wireless | wireless | wireless | wireless | wireless | wireless |
| noise control | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | — | — | — | active noise cancellation |
| cable feature | Without Cable | Without Cable | Detachable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable |
| control type | Call Control | Voice Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control |
From the manufacturer
AfterShokz Trekz Titanium Open Ear Wireless Bone Conduction Headphones
Features:
- Bone conduction technology delivers music through your cheekbones, ensuring ears remain completely open to hear ambient sounds.
- Titanium wraparound headband is lightweight and flexible for durability and portability.
- OpenFit design ensures maximum situational awareness and comfort during long-term wear.
- PremiumPitch guarantees a premium audio experience, including wide dynamic range and rich bass.
- Wireless Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity and convenient multipoint pairing.
- LeakSlayer technology significantly reduces natural sound leakage.
- IP55 certified to repel sweat, dust and moisture, from workouts to wicked weather.
- Enjoy six hours of continuous music + calls on a single charge.
- EQ presets boost bass and reduce vibration on the go.
- Dual noise canceling microphones exclude surrounding noise, effectively enhancing speech.
- Audrey Says voice prompts guide users through power, pair, play and talk.
- Hassle-free 2-year warranty.
Specifications:
- Speaker type: bone conduction transducers
- Frequency response: 20Hz~20KHz
- Sensitivity: 100 ± 3dB
- Microphone: -40dB ± 3dB
- Bluetooth version: v4.1
- Compatible profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
- Wireless range: 33 ft (10m)
- Battery: rechargeable lithium ion
- Continuous play: 6 hours
- Standby time: 10 days
- Charge in: 1.5 hours
- Weight: 1.27 oz (36g)
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UPDATE BROKE A SECOND TIME (Blown Away-They really fit a niche that no other product does imo)
Update: June 2021 I am docking these to 3/5 stars After getting a replacement last year for the same exact problem these broke again, rendering them totally useless. I had taken them off and set them on my desk, when I picked them back up they were broken, I have to assume that the frame broke when I took them off just from dragging on my ears. These have proven to be less durable than a set of glasses which is a shame for a device marketed towards sports and outdoors. The only reason I am not lowering my rating even more is because I got a fair bit of use from them before they broke, lasting about a year each.The part of the frame that goes behind your head seems to be reinforced with springy metal and has been plenty durable, being able to flex completely out with no problem. Unfortunately this same reinforcement does not extend all the way through the frame. Twice now the frame has snapped near the earpiece. This part consists of hard plastic and soft rubber and is hollow and less than 1/4" of an inch wide. This is an obvious weakness but not enough of a problem to break instantly. HANDLE WITH CARE. This puts me in a tough spot because I don't want to drop cash for something so seemingly fragile, but other than that one weak spot they seem really well made and I rely on the functionality of being able to wear earplugs while running machinery yet listen to music and books. If they made a better version out of a more flexible plastic with springy metal reinforcement all the way around the frame I'd buy them in an instant. ~~~Original Review~~~ $100 at time of purchase (early 2019)I was recommended this brand by a blind man, he used them connected to his iphone in order to make use of his smartphone. I decided to buy them while on a very specific industrial job that involved VERY loud machinery in enclosed spaces. They worked perfectly, allowing me to listen to audiobooks and music for hours every day, while also being able to take calls perfectly with earplugs in. The quality of sound is pretty comparable to earbuds, don't expect studio level quality, but it is plenty enough to enjoy music.Though I originally got these for work I have started using these every day for workouts, they have been serving well in rain and heavy sweat, let me listen while still being able to hear. They have no cords, stay on better than earbuds, and are much more comfortable than over ear headphones for how light they are and how well they stay on. You could probably do gymnastics with these headphones on. The Mic works well with Siri to do voice commands, including making calls. These are also great for hands free while driving.A word of caution- make sure that you keep them in a secure place, they should be fine in a backpack pocket, but if they get sat on or stepped on the stems could tear. I had that happen to mine but they sent a replacement which was really nice. For the past couple of weeks I have been using plug in earbuds- bluetooth, and over ear headphones, none work as well. I really missed them when doing lying rows and pushups and the earbuds kept coming loose.-Sports-Loud work/OSHA-Hands Free-Travel
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Very nice product for specific use
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Excelente opción para audífonos Bluetooth
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