If there’s one thing that CES 2026 illustrated to audiophiles, it’s that open-ear audio is the thing right now. The category ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about commercial cinema technology and smart-home tech. Some months ago, I encountered an entirely new format of earphones ...

Open-ear headphones have always been alluring to me, but it’s an idea that’s hard to pull off in a pair of earbuds. With the new Nothing Ear (open), though, I’m remarkably impressed with their design ...

Are "Open Ear" (OE) styled earbuds and headphones finally having their moment? That is, breaking through to a level of mass awareness as safer, comfier alternatives to the typical ear-sealing buds and ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Lauren Dragan Lauren Dragan writes about audio tech and OTC hearing aids. She ...