All About Your Shokz Earbuds Battery Life

Introduction

In 2023, we marked a significant milestone with the launch of Shokz's first true wireless earbuds, OpenFit. This groundbreaking moment unveiled a new product line, featuring innovative design and cutting-edge technology. However, to ensure your Shokz earbuds stay at their best, understanding some key practices for battery life is crucial.

What is the Battery Life of Shokz OpenFit?

Good battery life is a key factor to consider when purchasing new earbuds. A prolonged battery life ensures that you can seamlessly navigate through your day without constantly worrying about running out of power. Shokz OpenFit delivers a reliable performance, offering up to seven hours of playback on a single charge. The accompanying charging case extends this duration to an impressive 28 hours, providing ample usage for extended periods. Additionally, the quick charge technology ensures that even with a low battery, a quick 5-minute charge can give you up to one hour of listening time.

Maximize the Battery Life and Lifespan of Your OpenFit

To ensure that your Shokz earbuds last as long as possible on a single charge, it’s crucial to follow a few recommended guidelines. By adhering to these best practices, you can not only extend the duration of your battery life but also promote a healthier lifespan for your battery in general.

Adjusting Volume Levels:

To maximize the battery life of your Shokz OpenFit earbuds, try listening at lower volume levels. It's best to find a level that is comfortable for you but not excessively high, as this can greatly reduce power consumption and extend the time between charges.

Using the Charging Case:

Make the most of the convenience provided by your charging case. Not only does it grant you additional charging cycles, but it also ensures that your earbuds are protected when you're not using them. Keeping them securely stored in the charging case will prevent any unnecessary wear and tear, potentially prolonging their lifespan.

Store at Moderate Temperatures:

To maintain the optimal performance of your earbuds, it's important to pay attention to the temperature at which you store them. Drastic temperature variations can have a detrimental effect on the lifespan of the battery. Therefore, it's recommended to keep your earbuds in a place that has moderate temperatures. Find a cool and dry spot where they won't be exposed to direct sunlight or be left inside a hot car.

Battery Charging Tips for Your Shokz Earbuds

In addition to diligently following best practices for maximizing the battery life of your Shokz earbuds, we've listed some handy charging tips that play a pivotal role in ensuring not just a charged-up present but a battery-healthy future. These recommended charging practices offer insights that can contribute significantly to the prolonged well-being of your earbuds.

Charge Properly: Maintaining your Shokz OpenFit's battery health starts with adhering to the manufacturer's charging guidelines. Steer clear of overcharging by not leaving them plugged in for extended periods. A little attention here goes a long way in ensuring a battery that's as lively as your playlist.

Use the Right Charger: We recommend using the charger that comes with your Shokz earbuds. The correct voltage and current are essential for the battery's performance, and using a different charger may compromise this balance. By sticking to the recommended charging equipment, you ensure a consistent and reliable charging experience.

Avoid Deep Discharges: Lithium-ion batteries, commonly found in earbuds, prefer partial discharges over deep ones. This means that you should try not to let the battery level drop to 0% regularly. By avoiding a full discharge on your battery, it can potentially help to optimize the overall longevity of the battery and ensure sustained performance over time.

Clean the Charging Ports: Ensuring the longevity of your Shokz earbuds includes a straightforward yet essential step – keeping the charging ports clean. Avoiding dust or debris build-up is crucial as it can impact charging efficiency. By maintaining cleanliness in this area, you not only ensure a reliable connection every time you charge but also contribute to the overall durability of your earbuds.

Understanding the Charging Case Indicator LED

To provide you with better insights into your battery status, Shokz has integrated an intuitive LED indicator light on the OpenFit charging case. For a quick check, open the case and direct your attention to the bottom, positioned between the two earbuds. Here's a handy breakdown of the different lights and what they signify:

High Battery Level: When you open the case, a green light will illuminate for 5 seconds, indicating a good battery level.

Low Battery Level: Conversely, if your battery is running low, an orange light will be on for 5 seconds upon opening the case.

It's worth noting that the LED light serves a dual purpose by also indicating when your earphones are in pairing mode, indicated by a flashing orange and green light.

FAQs on the Battery Life of Shokz’ Earbuds

Can you answer calls on Shokz?

Yes. Either answer the call via the device your earbuds are paired with or double tap either earbud.

Can I use my Shokz while charging?

Yes. If your earbuds still have battery life and you would like to charge the case, you can still use your OpenFit earbuds.

What is Shokz's longest battery life?

Thanks to the compact charging case, you can get up to 28 hours of talk and listening time on your OpenFit.

Why is my Shokz charging light always orange?

The persistent orange light may be due to two reasons:

Insufficient Charging Current: If the charging plug provides a low output current, it might result in inadequate charging. We recommend trying a different charging adapter (charging head) to ensure optimal charging conditions.

Automatic Charging Box Behavior: The charging box is designed to stop charging once it's fully charged. However, if the indicator light remains orange, it continues to consume power. If the charging cable isn't unplugged, charging may resume after a power consumption period, leading to the recurring orange indicator. Please adhere to the recommended charging time.

Note: The earbuds take approximately 60 minutes to reach full charge when placed in the case. The charging box requires about two hours for a complete charge, using a standard 5V±5% USB power source.

How do I know if my earbuds are fully charged?

Once fully charged, a green light will illuminate for 5 seconds when you open the case up.

Conclusion

By combining these practices and being mindful of your earbuds' needs, you're not just enhancing their performance today but also ensuring they stay in top shape for the long haul. Whether you're an audiophile, a fitness enthusiast, or someone always on the go, these tips will help you make the most of your Shokz OpenFit experience. To learn more about the Shokz OpenFit and other open-ear headphone models from Shokz, visit ca.shokz.com.