– IP54 case and IP57 earbud ratings
– Bassphere 2.0 with dual 11.8mm drivers and 70% less distortion
– 6 microphones (including bone-conduction) for clearer calls
– 10-hour playback per charge, 40 total with case; 5-minute charge gives 2 hours
– Bluetooth 6.1, MultiPoint, Dolby Audio, and app support
Shokz has finally updatd the OpenDots, bringing changes
It has been more than a year since Shokz released the OpenDots One clip-on earbuds. It has now followed them up with the OpenDots 2, and while they bring significant upgrades over the previous generation, the price tag has remained unchanged. The design is practically identical, so don’t expect a visual overhaul here.
Design and durability got a serious boost
The Shokz OpenDots 2 don’t look different from the OpenDots One, and the same goes for the charging case. However, a major change is that the case is now rated IP54 for dust and water resistance while the earbuds haev an IP57 rating. Like their predecessors, the OpenDots 2 will also automatically identify your left and right ears. They also have touch controls for playback, volume, and answering/rejecting calls.
Audio tech recieves a massive overhaul
The OpenDots 2 earbuds now feature Shokz Bassphere 2.0 which allows the dual 11.8mm drivers to work as one 16mm driver. The diaphragm has also been redesigned, and Shokz says it cuts distortion by 70%. It also says the open-ear clip-on earbuds have upgraded Dolby Audio, so your music should sound much fuller and richer than before.
Microphone count trippled for better calls
The OpenDots 2 also feature 6 microphones (3 per earbud), 3 times more than the OpenDots One. They are not just more but better as two of them are bone-conduction mics which work with the air-conduction mics and AI noise reduction for precision voice pickup for crystal-clear calls. This is a huge leap forward in call quality over the previous model.
Battery life and charging specifics
The battery life hasn’t changed, so expect up to 10 hours of playback time on a single charge and a total of 40 hours with the charging case. The case also supports USB-C wired charging and Qi wireless charging, and a 5-minute charge will provide up to 2 hours of usage. You wont be left stranded with these.
Connectivity and software features
Other features of the Shokz OpenDots 2 are Bluetooth 6.1, support for Bluetooth MultiPoint, and EQ customization. The earbuds work with the Shokz app which can be used to locate them when lost and to update the firmware. Its a very complete package for the price point.
Pricing and availability details
The Shokz OpenDots 2 are available to buy now in Pearl White, Grey, and Black for $199.95 directly from Shokz or on Amazon. Shokz is also offering buyers a limited edition gift when they purchase from its website — they will be able to choose between a Mother-of-pearl earbuds accessory and a signature earbud carrying case.
Shokz has delivered a solid sequel here, focusing on the features that actually matter.