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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION2 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $205.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $199.95 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦287,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦280,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei | JBL |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | True Wireless Earbuds |
| Launch Date | December 4, 2024 (China) | January 8, 2024 (CES; retail Summer 2024) |
| Model Name | HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 4 | JBL Live Buds 3 |
| Price | €199 (~$205 USD) global | $199.95 |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11mm + micro-planar tweeter | 10mm |
| Driver Type | Dual driver: 4-magnet dynamic + micro-planar tweeter | Dynamic |
| Frequency Response | 14Hz - 48kHz | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Impedance | — | 16 ohm |
| Sensitivity | — | 103 dB SPL @1kHz |
| Sound Features | Hi-Res transmission up to 2.3Mbps, spatial audio | JBL Signature Sound, JBL Spatial Sound, Personi-Fi 3.0 |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE7 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, AI-enhanced ANC, up to 100dB reduction claimed | Yes — True Adaptive Noise Cancelling |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life app | JBL Headphones app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes (Personi-Fi 3.0) |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Awareness / General | Adaptive ANC levels, ambient modes |
| Touch Controls | Yes, touch + pressure sensors | Yes, customizable; 1.45" touchscreen on case |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, Awareness mode | Ambient sound control supported |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes (Celia, Google Assistant, Siri — device-dependent) | Yes, selectable via app |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | — | A2DP v1.4, AVRCP v1.6.2, HFP v1.8 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2, dual-device support | 5.3 (earbuds); 5.1 (case) |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | Yes |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, L2HC 4.0, LDAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC; LE Audio capable |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | Not supported |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Black, White, Green | Black, Silver, Blue, Purple |
| Dimensions | Earbud 29.1 x 21.8 x 23.7mm; Case 46.9 x 65.9 x 24.5mm | Earbud 21.8 x 15.9 x 21.2mm; Case 61 x 51 x 30.8mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear with silicone/foam tips, stem design | In-ear bud-type TWS with smart touchscreen charging case |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds) | IP55 |
| Materials | Plastic/aluminum-accented shell | — |
| Weight | Earbud ~5.8g; Case ~47g | 4.6g per earbud; case 73g |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | 55mAh per earbud; 510mAh case | Earbud 60mAh; Case 620mAh |
| Fast Charging | Yes, USB-C fast charging | 10 min = 4 hrs playback |
| Total Playtime | Up to 33 hrs with case (ANC off); ~22-23 hrs (ANC on) | Up to 40 hrs combined (10h ANC off / 8h ANC on + case) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 5W | Yes (case) |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes |
| Mic Count | 4 mics + bone conduction mic per earbud | 6 total |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Mic array + bone-conduction voiceprint sensor, AI noise cancellation | Beamforming array with noise-reduction algorithm |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture / voice wake | App-configured touch control |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | USB-C |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 4 silicone sizes + 3 foam sizes | 3-4 silicone sizes |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | 1.45" touchscreen smart charging case |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | JBL Live Buds 3 earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick start guide | Included |
| Warranty Card | Included | Included |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS, HarmonyOS NEXT, Windows, macOS | iOS, Android |
| Profiles Supported | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth 5.2+; deepest features on HarmonyOS NEXT | Any Bluetooth phone/tablet/laptop/TV |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 4 | Live Buds 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Huawei's most advanced ANC earbud to date, with dual-driver setup, AI noise cancellation, and bone-conduction call pickup. | A 1.45" touchscreen charging case enables app-free ANC/playback control, paired with Hi-Res LDAC audio. |