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These bone-conduction headphones might be comfier, and safer, than AirPods

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Man wearing Mezzo+ Bluetooth bone-conduction headphones outside on a sunny day
If AirPods irritate your ears, these bone-conduction headphones make a great substitute.
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Have your AirPods been sending you excessive volume notifications because you keep cranking them up too loud? It might be time to do your ears a favor by trying out bone-conduction headphones.

These Mezzo+ Bluetooth headphones, on sale now for just $49.99, protect your eardrums as you listen to your favorite jams. They rest outside your ears and use bone-conduction tech to send audio waves to your inner ear through tiny vibrations along your cheekbones.

Bone-conduction headphones for healthier listening

Apple does what it can to make AirPods safe for your ears. In fact, in iOS 18.1, the company introduced an active Hearing Protection feature for AirPods Pro 2 that can shield your ears from excessive volume. Still, if you like to listen to your music loud, it can take a toll.

Bone-conduction headphones help with that. Plus, the Mezzo+ headphones’ outside-the-ear design keeps your ears open so you can hear your surroundings, like that annoying biker whizzing by even though you have the right of way. It also comes in handy if you want to listen to music or podcasts at work but don’t want to miss any office chatter.

They’re also comfortable — especially for people who don’t like cramming earbuds into their earholes. You can wear them all day at the gym or office, since they stay comfy for extended periods. Another bonus? Their ergonomic, looping design prevents them from falling off during workouts.

Loads of useful features, all at one low price

Check out what else these ear-friendly bone-conduction headphones come with:

  • IPX6 water resistance: Wear them during walks, outside in light rain or at the gym without fear.
  • Environmental noise-canceling mic: Answer calls and speak clearly with no background noise.
  • Rapid charging: Get up to seven hours of battery on a single charge. And a 10-minute charge can deliver up to five hours of playback.
  • Integrated microphone: Answer work or personal calls clearly and when you’re on the go.

Save on Mezzo+ Bluetooth bone-conduction headphones

Opt for potentially healthier, and more comfortable, listening habits by grabbing the Mezzo+ Bluetooth bone-conduction headphones, now just $49.99. That’s a 28% discount off the regular price of $69.95.

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