Samsung's much-anticipated open-earbuds appear to leak again, this time with a new name and long list of features
THE SO WHAT
Another leak-heavy wearables launch is a reminder that audio is becoming a persistent, semi-ambient interface surface. If you build consumer or productivity apps, assume more users will interact through open-ear, all-day devices — voice and notification design need to match that context.
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