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Shokz was formerly known as AfterShokz.Shokz Sport open-ear headphones are designed to keep all those who enjoy an active outdoor life - runners, cyclists, skiers, hikers, skateboarders – safe when connected to their music and social life. Featuring military special ops bone conduction technology, Shokz Sport headphones sit comfortably in front of the ear, keeping your ears open, while delivering quality stereo sound through the listener’s cheekbones to the inner ear, permitting users to still hear ambient noises such as oncoming traffic, car horns, ambulances or other warning noises. Approved for all road races by UK Athletics.
Shokz Sport headphones are supremely comfortable, lightweight, sweat and water-resistant, and feature an on/off switch, volume control, an in-line mic, a micro USB charging port, and a 3.5mm gold plated standard connector that fits all smartphones, iPhones, iPods, iPads, and MP3 players, a water repellent storage hard case, and a two-year warranty.
Shokz Sport headphones are supremely comfortable, lightweight, sweat and water-resistant, and feature an on/off switch, volume control, an in-line mic, a micro USB charging port, and a 3.5mm gold plated standard connector that fits all smartphones, iPhones, iPods, iPads, and MP3 players, a water repellent storage hard case, and a two-year warranty.
Overview
Employees
51-200
Founded date
2004
Mentions in press and media 28
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| Sep 24, 2026 | Mapping Shenzhen’s 50-kilometer hardware belt | On August 3, DJI’s patent infringement lawsuit against Insta360 over its Luna series went to trial at the Shenzhen Intermediate People’s Court. The two sides presented evidence, cross-examined each other’s submissions, and delivered argumen... |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Shokz OpenFit Air 2 swaps touch controls for pressure buttons to prevent accidental taps | If you’ve ever accidentally paused your music mid-sprint because the sweat set off the touch controls, Shokz has a fix. The company just unveiled the OpenFit Air 2, its lightest earhook earbuds yet, and the standout change is how you actual... |
| Jun 15, 2026 | Shokz OpenDots 2 review: I'm a tech writer who runs daily, and these earbuds are the best I've found for running | |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Open-ear earbuds are finally acting like real daily drivers | Open-ear earbuds have always made sense on paper. They let music in while leaving room for traffic, office chatter, and the rest of the world. The harder sell has been whether that awareness is worth giving up bass, isolation, or a fit that... |
| May 21, 2026 | Top Brands, Factory-Direct Sourcing and Lifestyle Trends Drive Momentum at RX Huabo Shenzhen Gift Fair | SHENZHEN, China, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 34th China (Shenzhen) International Gifts, Handicrafts, Watches & Houseware Fair concluded on April 28 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, reinforcing its position ... |
| Apr 10, 2026 | After OpenClaw, this company aims to build “vibe hardware” powered by AI agents | When OpenClaw swept across the world, AutoArk founder Zeng Xiaodong did not react with excitement. What he felt instead was something closer to relief, a sense of finally being seen. “OpenClaw is essentially an agent framework. Underneath i... |
| Mar 19, 2026 | AWE2026 Signals the Future: A Defining Moment for the Age of AI | SHANGHAI, March 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 15, the Appliance & Electronics World Expo 2026 (AWE2026) concluded after four dynamic days, bringing together 1,200+ global companies and innovators to showcase AI-powered smart living.... |
| Jan 16, 2026 | Top CES 2026 Tech Accessories Worth Your Money | By Renz Soliman Published: Jan 16 2026, 20:52 PM EST Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard |
| Jan 7, 2026 | Digital Trends’ Top Tech of CES 2026 awards: our favorite picks from the show floor | CES 2026 Read and watch our complete CES coverage here Updated less than 19 hours ago CES is now in full swing, and we’ve been drenched in all kinds of tech, from the sublime TVs to literally dozens of robots all promising to do something n... |
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FAQ about Shokz
When was Shokz founded?
Shokz was founded in 2004.
What has the press written about Shokz?
Parsers VC has collected 28 articles mentioning Shokz, among them “Mapping Shenzhen’s 50-kilometer hardware belt” (Sep 24, 2026) and “Shokz OpenFit Air 2 swaps touch controls for pressure buttons to prevent accidental taps” (Aug 24, 2026).
Is Shokz still active?
Yes, Shokz is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Oct 28, 2026.