Nothing Ear (open) B182 open-ear headphones 8.1 g 30 h Bluetooth 5.3

What it is and who it suits

Nothing Ear (open) B182 are 8.1 g open-ear headphones with Bluetooth 5.3 and hybrid noise cancellation. They target listeners who want music or calls without sealing the ear canal, so ambient sound stays audible. The open hook design suits commuters, runners and office workers who need situational awareness. Buyers who require full passive isolation or deep sub-bass pressure will not find it here.

Capacity and headroom

The case and buds together deliver 30 hours of playback. A 10 minute fast charge adds useful listening time, while a full recharge takes 100 minutes. Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 lets the earbuds stay connected to two devices at once, switching between music and calls without re-pairing. The 32 ohm dynamic drivers handle typical mobile volumes cleanly, but they are not built for high-power desktop amplification.

Thermals noise and power

Each bud weighs 0.29 ounces and the case is 19 mm thin, so heat buildup is negligible during long sessions. Hybrid noise cancellation reduces low-frequency background hum without creating noticeable hiss. Microphones use AI trained on 28 million samples to suppress wind and crowd noise during calls. IP54 rating protects against dust and splashes, making outdoor workouts reliable.