The Shokz OpenComm2 UC Bone Conduction Headset Every other headset in this catalog is built to block out the world around you. The Shokz OpenComm2 UC bone conduction headset does the opposite on purpose — it sits in front of your ear rather than in or over it, transmitting sound through your cheekbone instead of your eardrum, so your ears stay completely open to the room. That's not a compromise, it's the entire point. If you need to hear a kid walk into the room, a colleague at your desk, or traffic while you're on a call, this is built for exactly that. If you need the office to disappear while you're on a call, it's the wrong headset — nothing here isolates ambient noise, by design. Build the exact OpenComm2 UC you need One choice: which port your computer actually has. [icon:usb-a] USB-A. The Loop120 dongle plugs into a standard USB-A port. [icon:usb-c] USB-C. Same dongle, USB-C connector. This is about your computer's port type, not whether you're on Mac or PC — check what port is actually available before choosing. Why this headset doesn't block noise — and why that's the feature The Shokz OpenComm2 UC bone conduction headset uses 7th-generation bone conduction technology, sending sound vibrations through your cheekbone rather than into your ear canal. Your ears stay physically open the entire time. Independent testing confirms it plainly: this headset blocks essentially nothing in the room around you. For someone working from home who needs to hear the doorbell, or an office worker who wants to stay aware of people approaching their desk, that's exactly the tradeoff worth making. [card title="Open ears aren't a bug here"]The Shokz OpenComm2 UC bone conduction headset is built to keep you aware of your surroundings, not isolated from them. If you want noise blocked out, look elsewhere in our catalog — this one is for the opposite use case.[/card] [compare] Bone conduction (this headset)Ears stay fully open. You hear the room the whole time. No isolation, by design. Traditional headset with ear cushionsPhysically or actively blocks ambient noise. Better for focus in a loud space, worse for staying aware of your surroundings.[/compare] A microphone built for clarity, not isolation The noise-canceling boom microphone uses cVc and DSP technology to filter background noise from your outgoing voice — this is about what your caller hears, not what reaches your own ears. It swivels up and down for positioning but doesn't detach, and rotates out of the way when you're not on a call. Zoom certification means the mute button and multi-function button sync directly with Zoom's controls; Teams support works through standard compatibility rather than formal certification. Battery life and range Shokz rates the OpenComm2 UC at up to 16 hours of talk time and up to 8 hours of listening time per charge, with 14 days of standby. A 5-minute fast charge delivers about 2 hours of talk time — useful when you realize five minutes before a call that the battery's nearly dead. Bluetooth 5.1 through the included Loop120 dongle reaches up to 98 ft. [stat]Up to 98 ft Bluetooth range · Up to 16 hrs talk time · 35 g headset weight[/stat] [callout type="honest"]SoundGuys' independent lab testing actually measured just under 18 hours of real-world playback — beating the advertised 16-hour figure rather than falling short of it. The same review noted the one-size-fits-most design doesn't work equally well for every head shape, so if you're between sizes or have concerns about fit, that's worth weighing before buying multiple units for a team.[/callout] Multipoint pairing and everyday durability The headset connects to two devices simultaneously — a computer via the dongle, a mobile phone via direct Bluetooth — and remembers up to eight devices total. An IP55 rating protects against dust, sweat, and light water exposure, and the titanium band and frame are built to survive daily wear without losing shape. At 35 grams, it's light enough to forget you're wearing it through a full day of calls. Software and firmware updates Shokz Connect (PC and Mac) handles firmware updates and keeps the headset current, while the Shokz App provides status monitoring from a mobile device. Neither is required for basic operation — the headset and dongle come pre-paired out of the box. This is a headset for someone whose job doesn't stop when they're on a call — parents working from home, office workers who need to stay approachable, anyone who's decided that hearing the world is worth more than blocking it out. If that's not your use case, the tradeoff won't make sense; if it is, nothing else in this catalog does the same job. Shokz OpenComm2 UC headset Loop120 Bluetooth dongle (USB-A or USB-C) Magnetic induction charging cable Hard shell travel case Spec Detail Wearing style Open-ear, behind-the-head, bone conduction Weight 35 g Wireless technology Bluetooth 5.1 (via included Loop120 dongle) Range Up to 98 ft Talk time Up to 16 hours Listening time Up to 8 hours Standby time Up to 14 days Battery 183mAh; 5-min fast charge = ~2 hrs talk time Microphone Noise-canceling boom with cVc and DSP technology, rotates but does not detach Water/dust resistance IP55 rated Multipoint 2 devices simultaneously, up to 8 devices remembered Build Titanium band and frame Certification Zoom certified; Microsoft Teams compatible (not formally certified) Compatibility Windows and Mac OS Warranty 2 years Software: Shokz Connect (PC/Mac) for firmware updates; Shokz App (mobile) for status monitoring. Neither required for basic use. Hardware: Connects to a PC or Mac via the included Loop120 USB-A or USB-C dongle, and directly to a mobile phone via Bluetooth. Platforms: Zoom certified, with dedicated mute and call-control sync. Compatible with Microsoft Teams and other major video conferencing platforms, though not formally Teams-certified. Does the Shokz OpenComm2 UC block background noise?Not for the wearer. The noise-canceling microphone filters what your caller hears, but the open-ear bone conduction design deliberately leaves your own ears open to ambient sound — that's the core feature, not a limitation. Is the Shokz OpenComm2 UC certified for Zoom or Microsoft Teams?It's Zoom certified, with mute and call controls synced directly to Zoom. It's compatible with Microsoft Teams but not formally Teams-certified. How long does the Shokz OpenComm2 UC battery last?Up to 16 hours of talk time or 8 hours of listening per charge. Independent testing measured nearly 18 hours of real-world playback, exceeding the advertised figure. Should I get the USB-A or USB-C version of the OpenComm2 UC?It depends on which port your computer has, not whether it's a Mac or PC — check your available USB port type before choosing. What's the range of the Shokz OpenComm2 UC bone conduction headset?Up to 98 ft using the included Loop120 Bluetooth dongle. Is the Shokz OpenComm2 UC water resistant?Yes, IP55 rated against dust, sweat, and light water exposure — not designed for swimming or submersion.
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