Are Open-Ear Headphones Finally Worth It? Testing the 1MORE S70
It's always interesting to see how different brands approach wireless headphones, especially ones designed to be worn all day. The 1MORE Open Ear Wireless Headphones S70 takes a different route from traditional earbuds. Instead of going in your ears, these rest just above them, which might sound unusual at first, but if you've ever had sore ears after a long walk or a workout, this design starts to make a lot of sense.
The S70s have an open-ear design, and the main benefit is comfort. They don't press into your ears, so you're not constantly adjusting them or pulling them out to give your ears a break. They sit securely with flexible ear hooks that wrap gently over the top of your ear. You can jog, bike, or run errands, and they stay put without any fuss. And because they don't block out the world, you can still hear traffic, conversations, or someone calling your name, which is helpful if you wear them out and about.
You might think that open-ear means thin or weak audio, but that's not the case here. 1MORE has packed in dual magnetic drivers with DiamondFlex diaphragms to enhance bass and clarity. This addition really does bring out the details in your music. The vocals are clear, the instruments sound good, and even though the bass isn't banging, it's definitely there. Because of the open-ear design, you get some audio bleeding, but it is minor and won't disturb others around you.
When we look at the battery life of these earbuds, we see they are in line with many others on the market today. Users will get up to 12 hours per earbud on a single charge, easily covering a day out or a few commutes back and forth. The charging case gives you about 40 hours total, and it charges via USB-C. Even if you forget to charge them overnight, a quick 5-minute top-up gives you a couple more hours of listening time, which is super handy when rushing out the door.
You will appreciate the S70's four built-in microphones when you take a phone call. They help you sound great while using AI magic to reduce background noise. So go ahead and take a call from a park bench or a coffee shop, and it still sounds nice and clear.
Customization is where the 1MORE app comes into play. Available for both iOS and Android, the app lets you fine-tune your listening experience. You can pick from one of the six pre-configured EQ settings, adjust how the play/pause button responds, run smart burn-in to ensure you get the best possible audio, and even update the firmware for performance tweaks.
Overall, the 1MORE S70 headphones feel built with real-life use in mind. They're comfortable enough to wear all day, sound surprisingly good, and don't shut you off from the world around you. Whether you're walking to class, heading to work, or just want a pair of headphones you can wear without thinking about them, these might be worth trying out.
