Sony LinkBuds Clip

Earbuds that clip to the edge of your ear instead of plugging into it. Music, podcasts and calls sit on top of the room rather than replacing it — you still hear colleagues, traffic and boarding announcements. Built-in microphones handle calls, and the clip fit stays put without any pressure in the canal.

These suit open-plan offices, school runs and people who physically dislike in-ear silicone. Know the trade before buying: an open fit never delivers the bass weight or hush of a sealed earbud. For flights and loud trains, the sealed LinkBuds Fit is the better tool. For all-day half-listening in comfort, this is.