Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 and OpenRun bone-conduction headphones on sale

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 bone conduction headphones have been discounted at major retailers, offering runners and outdoor exercisers a lower-cost entry into open-ear audio as of late August. Retail listings show the Pro 2 model priced at about $139.95, down from a roughly $179.95 launch price, while the more affordable OpenRun model has been marked down to about $99.95 from $129.95. Retailers including Amazon, and in some cases Walmart and Best Buy, are matching the reductions for a limited time, according to current listings.

The OpenRun Pro 2 use bone conduction transducers to transmit sound vibrations through the cheekbones to the inner ear, leaving ear canals open so wearers can hear ambient traffic and other environmental cues. The design is aimed at runners, cyclists and outdoor users who prioritize spatial awareness and comfort. The Pro 2 adds an air conduction driver alongside the bone conduction elements, a combination the company and testers say delivers clearer highs and deeper bass than earlier models.

Key specifications cited in reviews and product descriptions include six built-in equalizer modes, the ability to save two custom sound profiles, dual microphones with a...