{"id":75970,"date":"2023-01-27T07:15:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-26T23:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/?p=75970"},"modified":"2023-01-27T03:18:03","modified_gmt":"2023-01-26T19:18:03","slug":"sony-no-pressure-headphones-float-run-athletes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/27\/sony-no-pressure-headphones-float-run-athletes\/","title":{"rendered":"Sony No Pressure Headphones, Float Run, is for Athletes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>I must say that this pair of Sony headphones is not the usual headphones you will see. It has a unique ear loop that is supposed to reduce pressure on the ears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" data-attachment-id=\"75971\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/27\/sony-no-pressure-headphones-float-run-athletes\/1_floatrun_closeup1\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_FloatRun_closeup1.jpg?fit=800%2C450&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"800,450\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"1_FloatRun_closeup1\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_FloatRun_closeup1.jpg?fit=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_FloatRun_closeup1.jpg?fit=800%2C450&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_FloatRun_closeup1.jpg?resize=800%2C450&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-75971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_FloatRun_closeup1.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_FloatRun_closeup1.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_FloatRun_closeup1.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Here is what you will get when you purchase the Sony Float Run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-attachment-id=\"75972\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/27\/sony-no-pressure-headphones-float-run-athletes\/7_floatrun_included_items\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/7_FloatRun_included_items.jpg?fit=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"800,600\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"7_FloatRun_included_items\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/7_FloatRun_included_items.jpg?fit=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/7_FloatRun_included_items.jpg?fit=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/7_FloatRun_included_items.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-75972\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/7_FloatRun_included_items.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/7_FloatRun_included_items.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/7_FloatRun_included_items.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Actually, I am a little skeptical about the placement of the earpiece. It seems to be floating near the ear. I wonder if the wind is strong, will it cause some hissing sound?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sony Float Run Official Product Video | Official Video\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AUBN2gVuP60?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the structure of the earphone. It looks like a very minimalistic design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-attachment-id=\"75973\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/27\/sony-no-pressure-headphones-float-run-athletes\/floatrun_structure\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/FloatRun_structure.jpg?fit=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"800,600\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"FloatRun_structure\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/FloatRun_structure.jpg?fit=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/FloatRun_structure.jpg?fit=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/FloatRun_structure.jpg?resize=800%2C600&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-75973\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/FloatRun_structure.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/FloatRun_structure.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/FloatRun_structure.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sony Float Run headphones will be available at selected retail shops and online stores from mid-February 2023 at a retail price of S$199 inclusive of GST. Currently, there is a promotion going on. Check out the Press Release below for more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Press Release<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\">Sony Announces New No Pressure Headphones Specifically Designed for Runners and Athletes, Float Run<sup>[1]<\/sup><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Sony\u2019s new off-ear headphones help runners go the distance through an innovative and comfortable design for a stress-free listening experience<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(SINGAPORE, 25 January 2023)<\/strong> \u2013 Sony today announced a new model of headphones designed with runners in-mind. Sony\u2019s new off-ear headphones <strong>Float Run<\/strong>, a novel headphone style that positions the speaker near, but without touching the ear canal, leaving the ear safely uncovered while still delivering a rich sound experience. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/headphones\/products\/float-run?cid=pr-apac-123908\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Float Run<\/strong><\/a> headphones focus on the runner\u2019s form, for a comfortable and stable experience without having to compromise sound quality. <strong>Float Run<\/strong> offers important features to runners or athletes, including a light-weight design with a flexible neckband that doesn\u2019t slip when in motion, and a pressure-free design that sits off of the ears, so runners no longer need to worry about sweat or chafing getting in the way of their workout. This product was well received by crowdfunding, which led to its official launch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Designed for comfort<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a special off-ear design, runners won\u2019t have to worry about pressure or stuffiness on their ears. For extended comfort, the <strong>Float Run<\/strong> headphones sit on the ears of the wearer, so they can enjoy comfort for longer without disruption. Additionally, <strong>Float Run<\/strong> headphones only weigh approximately 33 grams, so runners can focus on their surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stable and secure fit<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed to be stable and secure, <strong>Float Run<\/strong> headphones to stay in place no matter how the runner moves. Tested on a wide range of head shapes and hairstyles, the headphones will stay with the runner, due to the flexible neckband design. Additionally, <strong>Float Run<\/strong> headphones were tested with accessories including hats and sunglasses. Whatever is worn, the stabilising neckband will keep them secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Unique sound<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 16mm drivers and precise tuning combine with the off-ear style offers a more natural and wider sound so there is no compromise on sound quality. The <strong>Float Run<\/strong> headphones has an open-type design that eliminates echo of the sounds your body makes, like footsteps, chewing or heavy breathing and allows in ambient sound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ambient sound<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Float Run<\/strong> headphones are designed to fill the user\u2019s ears, but not cover them, so they can be aware of their surroundings. The <strong>Float Run<\/strong> design allows music to naturally mix with ambient sound and be formed by the user\u2019s ear shape. <strong>Float Run<\/strong> off-ear headphones keep ears unobstructed, to achieve peak performance in whatever activity they are performing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Functional and user friendly<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With an IPX4 water resistant rating<sup>[2]<\/sup>, consumers don\u2019t have to worry about damage from sweat or from getting caught out in the rain. With long battery life and up to 10 hours playtime when fully charged, the <strong>Float Run<\/strong> headphones will power long runs. In a hurry? A quick charge of 10 minutes will give an hour of play<sup>[3]<\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a variety of controls built in, users can control playback and access their smartphone&#8217;s voice assistant without having to take it out of their pocket or bag<sup>[4]<\/sup>. When their run is over and it\u2019s time to get to work, the <strong>Float Run<\/strong> headphones have a high-quality built-in microphone to make them just as ideal for productivity tasks. <strong>Float Run<\/strong> headphones conveniently charge using USB-C. Additionally, the headphones include a carrying pouch to keep the supplied charging cable and headphones together and protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Availability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sony Float Run headphones will be available at selected retail shops and online stores from mid-February 2023 at a retail price of S$199 inclusive of GST.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Launch Promotion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To celebrate its launch, S$15 Decathlon E-vouchers will be issued with the purchase of a Float Run. While stocks last. Terms and Conditions* apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*Customers will have to register for online warranty after purchasing and will receive the redemption letter within 2 weeks via email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Retail shops<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sony Stores: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/microsite\/retailshops\/#storelocator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">https:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/microsite\/retailshops\/#storelocator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Authorised dealers: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/microsite\/retailshops\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">https:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/microsite\/retailshops\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Online<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sony Store online: <a href=\"https:\/\/store.sony.com.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">https:\/\/store.sony.com.sg\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Authorised dealers: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/microsite\/retailshops\/?query=#buy-online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">https:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/microsite\/retailshops\/?query=#buy-online<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>###<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Sony Electronics (Singapore)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sony Electronics (Singapore) is responsible for the marketing and sales of Sony products in Singapore. It also handles export business for Sony products from Singapore to various parts of Asia. Since establishing our presence in Singapore in 1973, we have grown steadily over the years to become a leader in the electronics market. For more information on Sony\u2019s products and services in Singapore, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">http:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Sony Corporation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sony Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation and is responsible for the Entertainment, Technology &amp; Services (ET&amp;S) business. With the vision of \u201ccontinuing to deliver Kando and Anshin to people and society across the world through the pursuit of technology and new challenges,\u201d Sony will create products and services in areas such as home entertainment &amp; sound, imaging, and mobile communications. For more information, visit: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sony.net\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">www.sony.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>[1]\u00a0 Float Run is a trademark of Sony<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[2]\u00a0 Excluding the driver unit. Do not wash the unit with liquid. Wipe with a soft dry cloth to clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[3]\u00a0 Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, storage, and usage.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[4]\u00a0 Availability of function depends on the smartphone or app version.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I must say that this pair of Sony headphones is not the usual headphones you will see. 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