ZDNET's key takeaways The H20 Tri 2 headphones are available now on Amazon for $149
With sound superior to other bone-conducting headphones, the Tri 2 makes exercising a treat
However, the controls of these headphones can be a bit awkward, and the Memory mode does have a bit of a learning curve. View now at Amazon View now at H20 Audio more buying choices
If you're looking for one of the best-sounding bone-conducting headphones available, look no further than the H20 Audio Tri 2.
I've used bone-conducting headphones for exercising -- running, rowing, and cycling -- for years. I made the switch primarily because this type of headphone isn't nearly as prone to sweat damage as in-ear types. In fact, in nearly a decade, I've never had a single pair fail because of sweat.
The one caveat: Bone-conducting headphones simply don't sound as good as their in-ear counterparts. Most bone-conducting headphones -- by design -- sound tinny and lack any sort of bass. The best way to improve the sound of most bone-conducting headphones is to use earplugs at the same time. This makes whatever you're listening to easier to hear and even emphasizes a bit of bass.
Also: The best bone conduction headphones you can buy: Expert tested
Or, you could go with the H20 Audio Tri 2 multi-sport series headphones, which produce a much richer sound than any bone-conducting headphones I've ever used.
But that's not all. These headphones have a trick up their sleeve that will be of special interest to those who participate in activities where it's not possible to use a phone -- such as swimming. I'll explain this feature in a bit. But first…
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