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LAUNCH DATE3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price | €129 — Europe; £119.99 — UK | — |
| Launch Price (USD) | — | $149.99 (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 | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei | Samsung |
| Category | True wireless earbuds | True Wireless Earbuds |
| Launch Date | September 2, 2026 | September 4, 2025 |
| Model Name | FreeBuds Neo | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE (SM-R420) |
| Price | €129 (Europe launch) | $149.99 |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11 mm | 11mm |
| Driver Type | 11 mm multi-magnet dynamic driver | 1-way dynamic driver, single amplifier |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz | — |
| Sound Features | Spatial audio with 360° head tracking | 360 Audio, Enhanced ANC, Ambient mode, Adaptive EQ |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Adaptive ANC, ~30 dB average depth, awareness mode, conversation awareness | Yes, Enhanced ANC |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life, HUAWEI Audio Connect | Galaxy Wearable app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, multi-EQ | Yes |
| Other Features | Spatial audio with head tracking, game mode, multi-EQ, touch controls | — |
| Sound Modes | ANC, Awareness, Voice mode | ANC / Ambient / Adaptive |
| Touch Controls | Yes - double-tap, triple-tap, swipe for volume, press and hold (customizable) | Swipe (volume) + pinch (play/pause/skip) |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, Awareness mode and Conversation awareness | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes, wake voice assistant via customizable gesture | Bixby, Google Gemini (hands-free) |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0, dual-device connection, pop-up pairing | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes, two devices | Auto Switch (Galaxy devices + Galaxy Book 2020+) |
| Range | — | ~10m (typical) |
| Supported Codecs | LDAC (990 kbps), L2HC 4.0 (up to 2.3 Mbps with Huawei devices) | SBC, AAC, Samsung Seamless/Scalable Codec |
| Wired Mode | — | Not supported |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Stellar Silver, Nebula Pink, Starry Black, Ice White | Black, Gray |
| Dimensions | Earbud 23.2 x 21.56 x 24.56 mm; case 41.22 x 68.35 x 25.57 mm | Earbud 18.0 x 21.1 x 33.8mm; Case 50.0 x 50.0 x 27.7mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear true wireless earbuds with charging case | Open-fit blade/stem design, matte finish |
| Ingress Protection | IP55 (earbuds only) | IP54 |
| Materials | — | Plastic, matte-finish housing |
| Weight | 4.8 g per earbud; case 31.4 g | 5.0g per earbud |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB Type-C (no wireless charging); ~70 min case, ~45 min earbuds | USB-C (cable not included) |
| Device Battery Capacity | 60 mAh per earbud; 460 mAh case | Earbud 53mAh; Case 515mAh |
| 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 8.5 hrs (ANC off) / 6 hrs (ANC on); 30 hrs / 24 hrs total with case |
| Wireless Charging | — | Not supported |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes, with call noise cancellation | Yes |
| Mic Count | 3 microphones + 1 bone conduction microphone | 3 mics per earbud |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | 3 per earbud incl. bone conduction sensor | Enhanced background noise reduction |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | — | Hands-free Gemini activation, Bixby |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | — | Not included |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | XS, S, M, L ear tips (4 pairs) | 3 sizes (S/M/L) silicone tips |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | None notable |
| Main Device | Earbuds x 2 | Earbuds + charging case |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide & Safety Information | Quick Start Guide |
| Warranty Card | Yes | Included (2-year in US) |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android 8.0+, iOS 13.0+/iPadOS 13.0+ (Audio Connect app) | Android and iOS |
| Profiles Supported | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Supported Devices | — | Galaxy smartphones/Galaxy Book 2020+ (full), other Android/iOS (basic) |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | FreeBuds Neo | Galaxy Buds3 FE |
|---|---|---|
| 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. | A mid-range refresh of the Buds FE with the Buds3 blade design, 360 Audio, and Galaxy AI hands-free translation. |