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PRICE: £119 AVAILABLE: NOW WEB: AUDIO-TECHNICA.COM FOLLOWING THE LAUNCH of the world’s-first cartilage conductor headphones in 2022, Audio-Technica is releasing its second-gen model: the ATH-CC500BT2. The idea is to deliver high-quality audio without blocking the ear canal, enabling users to stay connected to their surroundings while enjoying immersive sound. It works through what’s called Cartilage Conduction Technology – the vibration structure utilising the third auditory pathway to transmit sound through the ear’s cartilage, bypassing the ear canal for improved hygiene, comfort and safety. Other features include an Acoustic Pure Sound Stabilizer with drivers that prevent degraded sound quality caused by external vibrations, up to a claimed 20 hours of continuous playback on a full charge (a 10-minute quick charge provides up to 120 minutes playback), plus AI Noise Reduction (AIVC)…