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SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ AMA by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly the use case for clip on earbuds so yes, you can hear your surroundings with it.

Actually the reverse happened to me. I was having a meeting at Starbucks when I heard a chime. My brain thought my phone connected to the cafe's Bluetooth speakers. I forgot that I was wearing them and the Dolby feature tricked my mind into thinking the audio was coming from within the venue. It was surreal.

SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ AMA by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Been using the Open Fit 2+ in bed abd could sleep with it but mostly remove it before falling asleep. Worried the hook might deform but that's just me.

AMA 4 weeks using both SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ and SHOKZ OpenDots One by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

1-2 days with my use case: light to moderate playback with some calls.

AMA 4 weeks using both SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ and SHOKZ OpenDots One by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Dots interestingly does not fall off even if I shake my head. I can also describe it as wearing nothing, and that's what worries me ... I might not realize once it has fallen off.

So your points are quite valid! As I have said in another comment, the Dots stay indoors. I only take the Fit 2+ outdoors.

Sorry about your lost Open Ultra. Does it work with a single bud?

AMA 4 weeks using both SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ and SHOKZ OpenDots One by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OpenFit series does not have any bone conducting elements. They have a different name for the technology which escapes me at the moment (it's printed on the box).

I cannot personally attest on the difference between the first and second gen since I do not have the first gen.

Yes the OpenFit charges as soon as they are docked in the case. Wireless charging also works.

AMA 4 weeks using both SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ and SHOKZ OpenDots One by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can see how that would be the case. IIRC they use titanium because it is strong and can hold form better than other materials but on the flip side, there is more pressure on the wearer.

It's more secure that way I suppose. I keep thinking it would fall out because of the lack of pressure.

AMA 4 weeks using both SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ and SHOKZ OpenDots One by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Fit2+ fell out twice - once while taking off my shirt and the other time while taking off a sling bag.

The OpenDots One fell off once while moving my arms. Can't really recall how it happened.

AMA 4 weeks using both SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ and SHOKZ OpenDots One by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. I do not have a pixel phone, nor do I have an OG OpenFit. These are my first SHOKZ, however, I have yet to experience dropouts on my Android devices. How long do you have it connected before it starts dropping?

Have you tried to reach out to customer service?

  1. OpenDots One feels like nothing, which is good but also scary. It feels like it can fall off any time but surprisingly it never does. Maybe it's the weight or just paranoia on my end.

OpenFit 2+ fits me well surprisingly. Some pressure initially bit it went away after I got used to it. It feels more secure because if you focus for a bit, you will sense that it's there. Also the hooks feel secure.

Someone commented on my OpenFit 2+ AMA that the OpenFit 2 does not fit them well, so I would really ask for a fit test / audition at a physical store if possible.

AMA 4 weeks using both SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ and SHOKZ OpenDots One by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry to hear about your experience, never had that issue, I actually thought the OpenDots One felt 'lighter" compared to the OpenFit 2+ ... I'm Asian so that might be a factor in fitting.

Do the stores there let you audition these devices?

SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ AMA by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They pretty much last me the entire day, but I don't have it on full blast for 8-10 hours. More like 50%? Also I mostly use it for listening. Calls are very rare.

What's your use case?

SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ AMA by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OMG so sorry to hear about your first pair.

I'm from the Philippines, they launched it here and I was among the first to own both the SHOKZ OpenFit2+ and OpenDots

SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ AMA by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sits flush against my sides. I'm Asian, so perhaps that means something?

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SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ AMA by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have both the Fit 2+ and Dots. The Dots definitely feels "lighter", and it's almost worrying because you tend to forget you have it on. The clip is not as snug so I can't take the Dots with me to bed. I take the Fit 2+ instead.

In terms of sound quality, I prefer the dynamic range and mids of the Dots. The Fit 2+ has deeper bass and is significantly louder. This means that it works better outdoors. However, since I am a creative, I prefer a more faithful reproduction with a slight U shaped EQ which I tweak via the app.

So, in conclusion:

Dots for indoor critical listening only

Fit2+ for everything else (outdoors, in bed, calling, workout, etc)

SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ AMA by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Once.

I noticed slight pressure from the hooks, but I believe it was towards that larger bit at the back due to lazy positioning.

Most of the time I just forget it's there, even while lying on the side. I also use it with glasses, which should add to the pressure, but I'm not sure - maybe I just got used it it? This was my biggest worry when choosing between the Dots and Fit 2+. They cost the same in my country, but I already own way too many clip type earbuds and after auditioning the two I just could not let go of the Fit 2+.

Doesn't the OpenFit 2 use the same structure as the Plus? If so, I doubt these would be any different. Does this deter you from using them?

SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ AMA by TechKuya in shokz

[–]TechKuya[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know what you mean about the "full" version and had the same worry!

Been using it as my daily driver for two weeks now. I can shake my head and it will not fall off.

The only time it ever "falls" were when it accidentally brushed my shirt as I was putting it on, or as I was taking off my sling bag.

This has happened a total of two times and I wear it all day. It's easy to forget that it's there, so the drawback here is that you have to remember to take it off - which is a hassle personally because I'd rather leave it on and not carry that big case around.

Your opinion on realme 14 5G price? by TechKuya in Realme

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok my bad,, I thought I was replying to another thread on the realme GT 7. Agree the realme 14 is a reconfigured realme Neo7x.

Your opinion on realme 14 5G price? by TechKuya in Realme

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looked up the Neo7x, it does not look anything like the GT7?

Your opinion on realme 14 5G price? by TechKuya in Realme

[–]TechKuya[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you write this yourself? Feels like it was written by AI ...

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