Sony’s first clip-on open earbuds have a quiet mode so others can’t listen in

January 21, 2026 Andrew Liszewski

The Sony LinkBuds Clip Open wireless earbuds in several colors alongside their charging cases.
The LinkBuds Clip Open’s charging case can be customized with optional colored covers. | Image: Sony

Sony is the latest company to announce a pair of open-style wireless earbuds that clip onto the back of your ear instead of resting inside it. The new Sony LinkBuds Clip Open earbuds are similar to the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds, JVC's Nearphones, and Shokz' OpenDots One, with a design that doesn't block the ear canal so you can hear your environment, or conversations with people, alongside whatever you're streaming from your phone.

The LinkBuds Clip Open are available starting today in black, greige (no, that's not a typo), green, and lavender color options for $229.99. That's cheaper than the $299.99 Bose Ultra Open, but more expensive than …

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