Nothing’s Budget CMF Brand Launches $79 Open-Ear Clip Earbuds

Summary

Nothing’s budget-focused CMF brand launched the CMF Clip Pro this week, its first pair of open-ear wireless earbuds. At $79, they use a clip-on design that grips the outside of the ear rather than sitting inside the ear canal, letting ambient sound pass through while still playing music or taking calls. A smart dial on the charging case controls volume and playback without touching the earbuds or a phone. Available in Dark Grey, Light Grey, and Coral.

Why it matters

Open-ear earbuds are the safer choice for running, biking, or yard work where you need to stay aware of your surroundings. The Bose Open Ultra Earbuds popularized the clip style at $299. The CMF Clip Pro brings the same concept to $79, putting it in impulse-buy territory for families looking for a safer outdoor option.

HTD Says

Open-ear earbuds that let you hear the world around you are ideal for outdoor workouts and keeping an ear out for kids, and at $79, the Nothing CMF Clip Pro makes the case that you do not need to spend Bose money to get the concept right.

I’m a big fan of open-ear headphones and earbuds. For many years, I have used a product with bone conduction technology to transmit audio. The open-ear concept is great for parents who need to keep one ear free while working around the home. Also, my understanding is that for truck drivers, this type of technology is “legal” (as opposed to having in-ear headphones that can restrict hearing outside noises).

I’ve always been intrigued by Nothing’s product offerings, and while I haven’t personally tested any of their products, their devices do seem to have interesting designs and prices that are reasonable.

Source:

Gear Patrol