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LAUNCH DATE3 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | Announcement date not recorded | Announcement date not recorded |
| Released | Release date not recorded | 2026-09-22 |
| Status | Release status not recorded | Available |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION3 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $149.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $169.99 (US launch price) |
| Models | — | D1105 |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦209,000 (Stored estimate) | ₦238,000 (Stored estimate) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nothing | Soundcore |
| Category | Open-Ear Clip-On Earbuds | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | October 1, 2024 | September 4, 2026 |
| Model Name | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
| Price | $149 USD | $169.99 (US launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Directional Sound Technology | Yes, Directional Sound Dispersion Technology to reduce sound leakage | — |
| Driver Size | 14.2 mm dynamic driver | 12 mm |
| Driver Type | Dynamic, titanium-coated PET diaphragm | 12 mm dual-magnet dynamic driver |
| Sound Features | — | Hi-Res Audio supported; Spatial audio: 3D Spatial Audio; Chip: Anker Thus AI chip |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE10 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | No | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | Yes, Nothing X app | Soundcore app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, custom EQ; Bass Enhance | Yes, HearID 5.0 and custom EQ in Soundcore app |
| Find My Earbuds | Yes | — |
| Other Features | — | HearID 5.0 custom EQ, AI translation (100+ languages), Nap Mode with offline white noise |
| Secure Fit Hook | Adjustable ear hook for stable all-day wear | — |
| Touch Controls | — | No, physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | No (open-ear design keeps ambient sound audible) | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes; ChatGPT integration with Nothing phones | — |
| Wear Detection | Yes | — |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION6 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | RFCOMM, SPP, HFP, A2DP, AVDTP, AVCTP, AVRCP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | — | Yes |
| NFC Pairing | No | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC | LDAC |
| Wired Mode | No | — |
BUILD AND DESIGN8 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | White (Blue added later) | Burgundy Red, Mist Blue, Midnight Black, Cloud White |
| Control Method | Physical button on stem | — |
| Design Language | Ear-hook clip-on design with transparent stem, sits outside the ear canal | — |
| Dimensions | Earbud 51.3 x 41.4 x 14.4 mm; case 125.9 x 44.0 x 19 mm | — |
| Form Factor | — | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds and case) | IP57 |
| Materials | — | Hard plastic body, flexible titanium wire ear hook |
| Weight | 8.1 g per earbud; 63.8 g case | 6.2 g (each earbud) |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | 64 mAh per earbud; 635 mAh case | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 10 min gives 2 hours | 10 min = 4 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 8 hours; 30 hours with case | Earbuds: Up to 8 hours; With case: Up to 32 hours |
| Wireless Charging | No | Yes, Qi |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES3 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | — | Yes, Anker Thus AI chip voice isolation |
| Mic Count | 2 per earbud | 4 (+2 VPU bone-conduction sensors) |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Yes, ENC | 4 MEMS mics + 2 bone-conduction sensors (VPUs) |
BOX CONTENTS3 fields
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | None (open-ear) | — |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | — |
| Included Items | Earbuds, charging case, USB-C to USB-C cable, quick start guide | — |
COMPATIBILITY1 field
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android Compatibility: Android 6.0 and above; iOS Compatibility: iOS 10 and above | — |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | Ear (open) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Nothing's first open-ear clip-on earbuds, designed for sports and all-day awareness with sound-leakage-reducing Directional Sound Dispersion Technology instead of ANC. | The Soundcore AeroClip 2 are open-ear clip-on earbuds with 12 mm dual-magnet drivers and Anker's Thus AI chip, supporting LDAC Hi-Res audio over Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint. |