FiiO's new sporty earbuds are here to make your workouts a breeze

FiiO JW1 sports earbuds
(Image credit: FiiO)

FiiO has revealed its new sporty wireless earbuds, designed for anyone who wants to enjoy a music-filled workout without worrying about losing their connection to the music. The distinctive-looking buds sport an over-ear hook design that should guarantee even the most arduous workouts won't leave you without your favourite tracks, ensuring a secure fit as you burn through those summer calories.

Crucially, though, the new JW1 are in fact an 'on the ear' design, meaning they require no fitting or ear tips as they don't actually nestle inside your ear cavity, relying instead on that hook design to keep everything where it should be. This, says FiiO, makes them perfect not only for sports and running but for commuting and travel, too. 

In terms of internal hardware, a 14.2mm driver in each earbud hopes to offer "full-scale sound" on the go to boost your workouts, while Bluetooth 5.3 is also supported. The JW1's case offers two full charge sessions, with a battery life of around 13 hours from the earbuds themselves.

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Harry McKerrell
Senior staff writer

Harry McKerrell is a senior staff writer at What Hi-Fi?. During his time at the publication, he has written countless news stories alongside features, advice and reviews of products ranging from floorstanding speakers and music streamers to over-ear headphones, wireless earbuds and portable DACs. He has covered launches from hi-fi and consumer tech brands, and major industry events including IFA, High End Munich and, of course, the Bristol Hi-Fi Show. When not at work he can be found playing hockey, practising the piano or trying to pet strangers' dogs.