{
  "id": 93614,
  "title": "The Sony LinkBuds Clip are some of the best open earbuds Ive tried — and theyre on sale",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/the-sony-linkbuds-clip-are-some-of-the-best-open-earbuds-ive-tried",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-03T16:57:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/tech/aug-3-sony-linkbuds-clip-deal"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sony's LinkBuds Clip open earbuds are currently on sale for $198, a 14% discount from their usual price of $229.99. Available at Amazon and Sony, these cuff-style earbuds provide a comfortable fit for all-day wear. Comparatively, while Bose's Ultra Open earbuds are highly recommended, they come with a higher price tag and less frequent discounts. In my tests, the Sony LinkBuds Clip delivered clear and detailed sound, though with slightly lower volume levels. They offer impressive battery life, lasting up to nine hours on a single charge and up to 37 hours when using the included case. Rated IPX4 for sweat and water resistance, they are suitable for workouts. At their current discounted price, the LinkBuds Clip provide an excellent value for those seeking reliable open earbuds that balance affordability and performance.",
  "summary": "The Sony LinkBuds Clip will usually run you $229.99, but as of Aug. 3, you can grab them for $198.",
  "key_points": [
    "Sony LinkBuds Clip on sale for $198, 14% off $229.99",
    "Comfortable cuff-style earbuds for all-day wear",
    "Up to 9 hours battery life, IPX4 sweat/water resistance"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The discounted price of Sony's LinkBuds Clip open earbuds makes them a more attractive option for those seeking affordable, high-performance earbuds that can compete with more expensive alternatives.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "9to5Google",
        "title": "Nothing’s new CMF Clip Pro earbuds are $99 with open-ear audio and a clever case",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/nothings-new-cmf-clip-pro-earbuds-are-99-with-open-ear-audio-and-a",
        "published": "2026-08-04T16:10:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}