Review on AfterShokz OpenMove wireless headphones, elevation blue by Indal Kumar ᠌

Name: AfterShokz OpenMove wireless headphones, elevation blue
Item: AfterShokz OpenMove wireless headphones, elevation blue
Rating: 4

April 13, 2023

I like it, thanks for the quality product.

* Bone conduction does not constitute complete isolation. If you listen to music at a volume that allows it to be heard against the background of other sounds, such as when someone is trying to speak, for example, you will not hear those other sounds (obviously?). However, loud sounds will still be audible.
* Earplugs were provided, and while they were effective at blocking out external noise, they rendered your own voice unrecognizable. You may find that it takes some getting used to, but it's unlikely that you'll need to wear earplugs all the time (unless you wear them in addition to these headphones).
* By default, Bluetooth Multipoint, which allows you to work with several devices, is disabled. If you have many devices, such as two phones, a tablet, and a separate audio player, among other things, it is imperative that you remember to power each one on as specified in the manual. If you move away from one of the devices that your headphones were connected to, they will begin to beep. This can be helpful if you need to know that the device is moving away from you, but it can also be a little annoying if you do this on purpose on a regular basis.

In summary, the headset offers excellent value for the price (considerable, of course). Expecting the same nice sound that large wired headphones provide for music lovers at the same price point is unrealistic. Bone conduction is a distinct transmission method that comes with both benefits and drawbacks.

Addendum: The headphones switched off the following day, the day after I wrote the review, and they have not turned back on since. Naturally, I'll take care of it under the warranty.

Pros

In general, bone conduction adds a unique dimension of comfort to the listening experience. * The quality of the sound is excellent. Absolutely not a studio setting. The particularly low frequencies and the particularly high frequencies are no longer the same. You are going to have to get used to the way they fit and figure out how to properly put them on. * It is not necessary to take out or remove headphones in order to have a conversation with another person. There are no loose cables hanging anywhere at all (like some wireless headsets with a "collar"). * Administration that is practical, while falling short of expectations. * The quality of the workmanship is excellent, both at first and second glance. * I did not measure the operation time on its own, but based on the feelings, it appears that the advertised six hours of use are maintained, if not exceeded. Compatible with a variety of different devices (see comments). * The microphone that is situated on the earpiece, similar to the microphones found on all headsets, is not ideal but is extremely good. Although at first it may seem strange, after some time you will become accustomed to it. For my part, I scarcely even notice the vibration that so many other people find bothersome (except at a VERY HIGH VOLUME).

Cons

They are unable to lie in a comfortable position or even lean back on the back of a chair that has a headrest because they are restrained by rigid shackles. Because the length of the headband cannot be adjusted, the headphones need to be used in order to determine whether or not they are comfortable. It will be difficult to wear them if they do not fit properly (for example, if they are too short or too long). No app like Jabra, for example. The application will not allow you to change the functionality of the buttons or configure the headphones (language, multipoint, and so on), so you will have to memorize more complicated commands (there are a lot of functions). * The year 2022 is unknown to Audrey (if this is important to you). * The call signal does not alter while it is being received by the headphones themselves. There is a slight bouncing sound that can be heard on occasion when the volume is turned up or when the headphones are first turned on and connected, but it goes away after a few seconds. It would appear that the headphones transmit an incorrect sound in this manner and correct the issue themselves. * The primary button is located on the left earpiece, which is a distinct piece of hardware. When in pause mode, pressing the button twice will redial the most recent number. It is not possible to modify or disable this function in any manner without utilizing specialized software (I believe they are only available for Android) that affect the fundamental settings of the operating system. * When the music is being played back, pressing the button three times will take you back one track. If you do not push in a rhythmic enough manner, the headset will interpret the button press as 1 + 2, causing it to pause the music and call the prior number. The button is protruding above the earpiece, making it susceptible to being pressed by an external item. Specifically, if you have trouble hearing and decide to switch your phone to the main speaker while holding it to your LEFT ear, you will almost certainly press the button and accidentally end the call. This is especially likely to happen if you have trouble hearing both ears equally.