How does bone conduction sound compare with normal earbuds?

Mids and vocals come through clearly, but bass is light and there is no isolation. That is the trade-off for hearing your surroundings.

Can I wear them with glasses or a helmet?

Yes. The band rests on the cheekbone in front of the ear, so glasses and most helmets fit over it. Check the band tension if you wear thick frames.

Water resistant means sweat and rain, not swimming. Bone conduction also sounds muffled underwater, so do not plan on pool laps with these.

At moderate volume, people nearby hear little. Turn them up in a quiet room and others will catch some of it.

Place the transducers on the bone just in front of each ear, not over the ear canal. A snug but not tight band gives the strongest sound.

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