India, Nov. 11 -- Earbuds have become an everyday essential, but keeping them in your ears for hours isn't always a great experience. The Hammer Aura Air OWS flips the usual approach with a clip-on design that keeps your ear canals free while the music keeps playing.

It's a practical idea, especially if you're constantly switching between playlists, calls and podcasts. But going open-ear changes the audio equation. The question is how much sound quality you're giving up for that extra comfort.

The Aura Air wraps around the outer ear rather than sitting inside the ear canal. The earbuds and charging case weigh approximately 48.5 grams together, while the Champagne Gold finish gives them a neat, understated appearance.

The clip-on fit ta...