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LAUNCH DATE3 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | Announcement date not recorded | Announcement date not recorded |
| Released | Release date not recorded | 2026-09-23 |
| Status | Release status not recorded | Available |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION3 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price | — | €129 — Europe; £119.99 — UK |
| Launch Price (USD) | $125.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | — |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦175,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦205,100 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei | Huawei |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | True wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | February 18, 2025 (global) | September 2, 2026 |
| Model Name | HUAWEI FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
| Price | €119.99 / £99.99 (~$125 USD) | €129 (Europe launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 17 x 12mm | 11 mm |
| Driver Type | Single dynamic driver, titanium-plated diaphragm | 11 mm multi-magnet dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | — | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Sound Features | Sound-leak reduction design, dynamic bass tuning | Spatial audio with 360° head tracking |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Not applicable (open-ear design) | Adaptive ANC, ~30 dB average depth, awareness mode, conversation awareness |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life app | HUAWEI AI Life, HUAWEI Audio Connect |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes, multi-EQ |
| Other Features | — | Spatial audio with head tracking, game mode, multi-EQ, touch controls |
| Sound Modes | Dynamic bass and adaptive equal-loudness algorithms | ANC, Awareness, Voice mode |
| Touch Controls | Yes, touch/tap gestures | Yes - double-tap, triple-tap, swipe for volume, press and hold (customizable) |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Always-on ambient awareness by design | Yes, Awareness mode and Conversation awareness |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes (Celia, Google Assistant, Siri — device-dependent) | Yes, wake voice assistant via customizable gesture |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION4 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 6.0, dual-device connection, pop-up pairing |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | Yes, two devices |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC | LDAC (990 kbps), L2HC 4.0 (up to 2.3 Mbps with Huawei devices) |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Grass Green, White, Black/Grey | Stellar Silver, Nebula Pink, Starry Black, Ice White |
| Dimensions | Earbud 45.4 x 18.35 x 47.5 mm; case 67.8 x 67.8 x 26.5 mm | Earbud 23.2 x 21.56 x 24.56 mm; case 41.22 x 68.35 x 25.57 mm |
| Form Factor | Open-ear hook-style, flexible memory-metal connector | In-ear true wireless earbuds with charging case |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 | IP55 (earbuds only) |
| Materials | Ni-Ti shape memory alloy frame, liquid silicone coating | — |
| Weight | Earbud ~8.9g; Case ~67g | 4.8 g per earbud; case 31.4 g |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB Type-C (no wireless charging); ~70 min case, ~45 min earbuds |
| Device Battery Capacity | 55mAh per earbud; 510mAh case | 60 mAh per earbud; 460 mAh case |
| Fast Charging | Yes, ~3 hrs playback from 10-min charge | — |
| Total Playtime | Up to 7 hrs/28 hrs (music); 5 hrs/20 hrs (calls) | Up to 10 h (ANC off), 6.5 h (ANC on); up to 40 h with case (ANC off), 24 h (ANC on) |
| Wireless Charging | No | — |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, with call noise cancellation |
| Mic Count | Dual mic per earbud | 3 microphones + 1 bone conduction microphone |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Dual-mic wind noise reduction (up to 4m/s wind) | 3 per earbud incl. bone conduction sensor |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture / voice wake | — |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Not applicable (open-ear hook) | XS, S, M, L ear tips (4 pairs) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case; memory-alloy hook rated 20,000+ bends | Charging case |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | Earbuds x 2 |
| User Manual | Quick start guide | Quick Start Guide & Safety Information |
| Warranty Card | Included | Yes |
COMPATIBILITY2 fields
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS, HarmonyOS | Android 8.0+, iOS 13.0+/iPadOS 13.0+ (Audio Connect app) |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth-enabled smartphones/tablets | — |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | FreeArc | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | A Powerbeats Pro-style sports earbud with a shape-memory alloy hook rated 20,000+ bends and IP57 rating, aimed at runners and gym users. | The Huawei FreeBuds Neo are compact true wireless earbuds weighing 4.8 g each, with 11mm dynamic drivers, adaptive ANC averaging 30dB, and LDAC plus L2HC 4.0 hi-res codecs. |