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LAUNCH DATE3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | Announcement date not recorded | Announcement date not recorded |
| Released | 2026-09-23 | Release date not recorded |
| Status | Available | Release status not recorded |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price | €129 — Europe; £119.99 — UK | — |
| Launch Price (USD) | — | $149.95 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦205,100 (Stored estimate) | ₦210,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei | JBL |
| Category | True wireless earbuds | True Wireless Earbuds |
| Launch Date | September 2, 2026 | January 5, 2026 (CES; on-sale March 2026) |
| Model Name | FreeBuds Neo | JBL Soundgear Clips |
| Price | €129 (Europe launch) | $149.95 |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 11mm |
| Driver Type | 11 mm multi-magnet dynamic driver | Dynamic |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 32 ohm |
| Sensitivity | — | 85 dB SPL @1kHz |
| Sound Features | Spatial audio with 360° head tracking | JBL OpenSound air-conduction technology, Adaptive Bass Boost, SonicArc design for reduced sound leakage |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Adaptive ANC, ~30 dB average depth, awareness mode, conversation awareness | Not applicable (open-ear, air-conduction) |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life, HUAWEI Audio Connect | JBL Headphones app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, multi-EQ | 6 presets or 10-band EQ |
| Other Features | Spatial audio with head tracking, game mode, multi-EQ, touch controls | — |
| Sound Modes | ANC, Awareness, Voice mode | Not further publicly specified |
| Touch Controls | Yes - double-tap, triple-tap, swipe for volume, press and hold (customizable) | Yes — all-access touch control, customizable via app |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, Awareness mode and Conversation awareness | Inherent to open-ear design |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes, wake voice assistant via customizable gesture | Supported |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | — | A2DP v1.4, AVRCP v1.6.3, HFP v1.8 |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0, dual-device connection, pop-up pairing | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes, two devices | Yes |
| Supported Codecs | LDAC (990 kbps), L2HC 4.0 (up to 2.3 Mbps with Huawei devices) | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | — | Not supported |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Stellar Silver, Nebula Pink, Starry Black, Ice White | Copper, Blue, Purple, White |
| Dimensions | Earbud 23.2 x 21.56 x 24.56 mm; case 41.22 x 68.35 x 25.57 mm | — |
| Form Factor | In-ear true wireless earbuds with charging case | Clip-on, open-ear earclip (no in-ear insertion or hook) |
| Ingress Protection | IP55 (earbuds only) | IP54 |
| Materials | — | Soft TPU with flexible memory-wire SonicArc clip mechanism; translucent metallic finish |
| Weight | 4.8 g per earbud; case 31.4 g | 6.5g per earbud; case 39.7g |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB Type-C (no wireless charging); ~70 min case, ~45 min earbuds | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | 60 mAh per earbud; 460 mAh case | Earbud 55mAh; Case 530mAh |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min = 3 hrs playback |
| Total Playtime | Up to 10 h (ANC off), 6.5 h (ANC on); up to 40 h with case (ANC off), 24 h (ANC on) | Up to 32 hrs (8h earbuds + 24h case); talk time up to 4 hrs |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes, with call noise cancellation | Yes |
| Mic Count | 3 microphones + 1 bone conduction microphone | 4 total |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | 3 per earbud incl. bone conduction sensor | Beamforming with AI algorithm for call clarity |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | — | USB-C (implied) |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | XS, S, M, L ear tips (4 pairs) | Not applicable (clip-on design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Compact color-matched carrying case |
| Main Device | Earbuds x 2 | JBL Soundgear Clips earclips |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide & Safety Information | Quick start guide |
| Warranty Card | Yes | Included |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android 8.0+, iOS 13.0+/iPadOS 13.0+ (Audio Connect app) | iOS, Android |
| Profiles Supported | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Supported Devices | — | Google Fast Pair |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Soundgear Clips |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | 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. | JBL's first clip-on, air-conduction earclip — a fashion-forward accessory needing no ear insertion. |