CXK HG5 Bone Conduction Swimming Headphones, IPX8, Bluetooth 6.0, MP3 Mode
Product description
The open-ear bone conduction design keeps your ears uncovered while you listen, making these CXK headphones a practical fit for workouts where awareness of your surroundings matters.
For swimming, switch to MP3 mode before getting in the water. Bluetooth does not connect underwater, so the built-in memory provides a phone-free way to listen while submerged.
On land, Bluetooth 6.0 supports wireless listening with compatible devices. Up to 12 hours of playback helps the headphones keep pace with longer training sessions.
Tech summary
- Type: Open-ear bone conduction headphones
- Water resistance: IPX8, designed for immersion up to 2 meters deep for 2 hours
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 6.0, with a stated range of 33 feet
- Listening modes: Bluetooth and MP3 mode with built-in memory
- Supported memory-card audio formats: WMA, FLAC, WAV, and MP3
- Playback time: Up to 12 hours
- Fit: Soft silicone pads and an open-ear design
Getting the most from it
Choose the listening mode to suit the activity. For running or cycling on land, Bluetooth lets you listen from a compatible phone or other Bluetooth-enabled device. The open-ear fit leaves your ears uncovered, which can help you stay aware of nearby sounds as you move.
For swimming, double-click the power button to switch to MP3 mode before entering the water. Bluetooth cannot connect underwater, so save audio in the built-in memory and select a supported format. The listed formats are WMA, FLAC, WAV, and MP3, MP3 is recommended for broad compatibility. This setup is also useful when you want to leave your phone behind during a pool session.
The IPX8 waterproof design is specified for immersion up to 2 meters deep for 2 hours. That makes the headphones suitable for swimming and other water-based training within those stated conditions. For land workouts, the Bluetooth mode offers a straightforward alternative to loading audio onto the built-in memory.
Practical tips
Compared with conventional in-ear earbuds, this open-ear design is intended for listening without sealing the ear canal. That format can suit workouts where you want music while keeping your ears uncovered. The soft silicone pads provide a snug fit, while button controls let you manage the headphones during activity.
Before a swim, prepare audio files in a supported format and switch to MP3 mode on land. For a run or bike ride, pair the headphones with a Bluetooth-enabled device instead. Matching the mode to the setting makes it easier to use the same headphones for pool training and everyday outdoor workouts.
Final verdict
The CXK HG5 brings together an open-ear bone conduction fit, IPX8 waterproofing, Bluetooth 6.0, and built-in-memory MP3 playback. Its two listening modes address different workout settings: Bluetooth for compatible devices on land, and stored audio for swimming, where a Bluetooth connection is unavailable underwater.
For swimmers who want music without carrying a phone into the water, the MP3 mode and supported audio formats are the key reasons to consider this model. Runners and cyclists can use Bluetooth while keeping their ears uncovered. With up to 12 hours of playback, it is designed to support both pool sessions and longer workouts on land.