Philips Open-Ear True Wireless Sports Headphones TAA6709DG/97, 28H Playtime, IP55

Our review

These Philips buds are built around an open-ear design, so the driver sits outside your ear canal rather than sealing it. That means music plays while traffic, teammates and training partners stay audible, which is the main reason to pick this style over standard in-ear buds. The soft hook is meant to keep each bud steady through movement, and the listed 28 hours of playtime plus IP55 dust and water protection point to everyday training and outdoor use. They suit runners, cyclists and gym-goers who want awareness, and anyone who finds in-ear tips uncomfortable. Before buying, think about fit: open-ear buds depend on the hook sitting correctly, so check the shape suits your ears. Also weigh them against bone conduction models, which offer a similar hear-through feel, and against sealed sport buds if you want deeper bass and stronger noise blocking. Available on Sokonia.