Sony just outdid Bose with a clever earbud design that I can't help but be impressed by

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• The Sony LinkBuds Clip come with ear fitting cushions.
• These cushions dramatically change how the earbuds fit and perform.
• If your ear anatomy is compatible with clip-on earbuds, you won't need them.

Sony's LinkBuds Clip include removable ear-fitting cushions, addressing common fit and stability issues with clip-on open-ear earbuds. Sony's inclusion of fitting cushions is ideal for people like me who shy away from clip-on earbuds due to poor fit, which often diminishes the listening experience and causes discomfort. 

Fortunately, these cushions are included with your purchase, similar to the eartip replacements for in-canal earbuds. 

Also: Sony LinkBuds Clip vs. Bose Ultra Open

I haven't seen third-party products that address the same issue as Sony's fitting cushions, and people with ear anatomy that's well-suited to clip-on earbuds ...