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Typically, situational-awareness earbuds employ a mic to artificially relay ambient sound. Sony’s LinkBuds take another tack with a distinctive doughnut shape that allows external sound to directly enter the ear. These wireless earbuds avoid plugging the ear canal and offer a bevy of smart features: the option to tap next to your ear to control audio, adaptive volume adjustment for noisy environments, and auto-pausing when the wearer is speaking. For the 40% of Gen Z members who use headphones for five-plus hours every day, LinkBuds are a comfy option for seamlessly linking the digital and natural worlds.
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