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Top Tech: Truly Wireless Earphones Under Rs 2,500 Available In India, May 2019

As an increasing number of Smartphone OEMs eliminate the 3.5mm headphone jack from their devices, the demand for wireless headsets has risen subsequently. However, a pair of Bluetooth enabled wireless headset is comparatively expensive than its wired counterpart. If you are on the hunt for a pair of affordable truly wireless earphones, we have made the choice easier for you. Here are the best truly wireless earphones available in India under Rs. 2,500.

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X1T Wireless Earbuds

The X1T truly wireless earbuds are available from a range of different manufacturers, each at a different price. The package contains two earbuds which don’t ship with a charging case and instead use an old Nokia style charging port. There is a different version with a charging case available, but it is slightly expensive. If you’re ready to overlook this negative, the pairing mechanism is quick and easy. There are additional eartips inside the box which should make them comfortable to wear for most people. The manufacturer claims a battery life of around 5 hours but in our testing, the music playback time was found to be around 2.5 hours. The sound quality of the earphones is surprisingly good, with balanced sound output and not so punchy bass.

Noise Shots

Noise is a renowned Indian company that makes affordable wearable products. The Noise Shots are the company’s most affordable truly wireless earphones. They ship with a metal charging case that can charge the earphones by connecting magnetically. Each earbud is well built, with metal and plastic design. Noise claims a battery life of 2.5 hours on continuous use of the Shots with an additional 10 hours with the charging case. The earbuds are also IPX4 rated, which makes them a good companion for fitness enthusiasts as they are sweat proof. Additional eartips are provided in the box to maximise comfort while wearing the headsets. Talking about the sound quality, the Noise Shots can push out extremely loud volumes, bass and treble. The clarity is also quite impressive for the price.

Pebble Wireless Earbuds

Next up on our list are the Pebble Wireless Earbuds. Each earbud features a glossy design and is lightweight. Unique in the price range, the Pebble Truly Wireless Earphones have touch controls on each earbud which can be used to control music and calls. The earbuds ship with a charging case which can provide around seven full charges to the headsets. There are interchangeable eartips inside the box adjusting the fit accordingly. In terms of sound quality, the Pebble wireless earphones have a balanced sound output and can get pretty loud at maximum volumes.

Boult Tru5ive

The Boult Tru5ive is a great option for anyone looking to buy truly wireless earphones under Rs. 2,500 for many reasons. They are the only ones on the list to feature Bluetooth 5.0, which should provide better range and connectivity. For a better and comfortable fit, the earbuds have a lot of earhooks, wing tips and eartips in the box. The user can easily maximise the comfort by attaching the size which fits them the best. Due to a good fit and sweat resistance, the Tru5ive truly wireless earphones are a great buy for fitness enthusiasts. In terms of battery, the headsets last about 5 hours on music playback with an additional 3 charges that can be provided with the bundled charging case. In terms of sound quality, the Tru5ive has a good amount of bass and treble.

May 6, 2019
True Wireless Earbuds Market Reaches 12.5 Million, AirPods Still The King

With the launch of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus in the year 2017, Apple removed the 3.5mm headphone jack from its smartphones. Eventually, more OEMs followed suit and in today’s day and age, truly wireless earbuds have become really popular for listening to music and for taking calls. Recent research conducted by Counterpoint, a known research organization claims that the Global market for truly wireless earphones has reached 12.5 million in the fourth quarter of the year 2018. Out of the massive number, the Apple AirPods are the most selling pair of truly wireless earbuds.

Results Of The Research

In the global research conducted by Counterpoint, the finding revealed that the market for truly wireless earbuds is on the rise. The highest selling devices were as mentioned above, the Apple AirPods. The truly wireless earphones hold a massive market share of around 60 percent of the total sales. Other members in the top ten list include the Jabra Elite Active 65t, Samsung Gear IconX, and Bose SoundSport Free. However, several low to mid-tier models priced under US$100 (Rs. 6,900) also made the cut.

The area where truly wireless earphones were found to be most popular was North America with it being the largest market for wearables. It accounted for 24% of the sales volumes, followed closely by the Asia Pacific region (excluding China) and in the third place, there is Europe. A senior Counterpoint analyst said that as more companies will enter the market of truly wireless earbuds and offer advanced features at a reasonable price, the customers will end up getting more choices in the future. She also claimed that the competition is going to be more intense with time.

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The success of Apple AirPods in regard to the sales of truly wireless earbuds is alleged because of the seamless connectivity to the Apple ecosystem. For people who use an Apple electronic device like an iPad, iPhone or a Macbook, using AirPods has its advantages over any regular Bluetooth headphones. Their sales dipped a bit towards the end of last year, but that is seen as due to the anticipation of the next generation of the truly wireless earbuds which launched a few days ago.

March 29, 2019
Best Wireless Earphones In India Under Rs 2,000

As an increasing number of Smartphone OEMs eliminate the 3.5mm headphone jack from their smart devices, the demand for wireless headsets subsequently rises. However, a pair of Bluetooth enabled wireless headset is comparatively expensive than its wired counterpart. If you are on the hunt for affordable wireless earphones, we have made the choice easier for you. Here are the best Bluetooth earphones under the Rs 2,000 price mark.

Boat Rockers 255

Featuring a metal construction on each earbud and a 10nm audio driver, the Boat Rockers 255 are one of the best wireless earphones for the price. They have adjustable rubber ear hook and removable silicone earbuds for a universal fit. What’s more, the earphones have magnets in each earbud so that they don’t fall off easily. The sound quality is good for the price and the Boat Rockers 255 promise a battery life of 6 hours. They also have an in-line remote with microphone for easy access to calls, music and summoning the smartphone’s digital voice assistant. All of the aforementioned features make the earphones one of the best in its price range.

Leaf Sport Wireless

The most affordable option out of the list, the Leaf Sport Wireless is a viable contender for the best wireless earphones under Rs 2,000. They have an adjustable ear hook in both earbuds and arrive with removable silicone tips inside the box. The sound of the Leaf Sport is good for the price, featuring a heavy bass and medium treble. Battery life as promised by the company stands at 6 hours of usage and there is an in-line remote with microphone for calls and summoning the digital voice assistant. The earphones are one of the best deals in the market for wireless earphones.

Soundlogic Voice Assistant Wireless Earphones

Featuring a metal construction and a flexible neckband, the Soundlogic wireless earphones are one of the best earphones for the price. The earbuds feature metal construction and are lightweight. The silicone ear tips are removable and can be swapped for a better fit in the ear. While there is no dedicated in-line control remote on the headset, the volume, media and dedicated voice assistant controls along with the microphone are placed on the neckband itself. The earbuds cling together via magnets to easily carry them around. The company promises a battery life of around 8 hours on a single charge.

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Portronics POR-038 Harmonics Play

Portronics is a well-known name in the affordable smartphone accessories market. The Portronics Harmonics Play are a good option for anyone looking to buy wireless earphones under Rs 2,000. They feature an ear hook on each earbud and replaceable silicone ear tips for the comfortable listening experience. Three buttons and the microphone is present on the earbud which can be used for turning the headset on/off and controlling the music playback. With the Portronics Harmonics Play, the company promises a battery backup of around 10 hours on a single charge. They also have a good sound quality, which is a little bass heavy.

JBL is a big name in the audio electronics industry. The JBL T160BT are one of the best deals on wireless earphones under Rs 2,000. They feature light earbuds with changeable silicone ear tips. There is an in-line remote with microphone for easy access to calls and music. The sound quality of the JBL T160BT is great for the price, with balanced sound output. Battery life of the wireless headset is claimed to be 6 hours on a single charge. All these points coupled with the reputation the brand has made it one of the best earphones under Rs 2,000.

March 13, 2019
OnePlus To Launch A Pair Of Truly Wireless Earbuds With The OnePlus 7

OnePlus is expected to launch its next flagship, the OnePlus 7 in the month of June. The smartphone will be a successor to the OnePlus 6T which was lauded for its performance and affordability. The device has been previously leaked to sport an all-new design and updated internals. A post by the CEO of OnePlus, Pete Lau on the Chinese social networking website Weibo has suggested that the company is working on a pair of truly wireless earbuds which may be announced along with the OnePlus 7.

OnePlus Truly Wireless Earbuds

In his post, the senior OnePlus executive mentions the current industry trend of removing the 3.5mm headphone jack in favour of a single port. He then asks for suggestions for truly wireless earbuds. Considering smartphone manufacturers like Nokia and Samsung have already released earbuds that are fully wireless, OnePlus may be looking to go down the same path. The earphones will be an upgrade to the Bullets Wireless earbuds, which were launched last year. Unfortunately, details about the device aren’t known yet, but the upcoming truly wireless earbuds from OnePlus are likely to retain the Bullets branding and will arrive with a charging case like the Apple AirPods. It is also reported to have a minimal audio delay, a small and lightweight body and will be comfortable to wear.

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Interestingly Apple started this trend of removing the 3.5mm headphone jack with its 2017’s iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. OnePlus removed the headphone jack with their current generation flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 6T. Like its predecessor, the upcoming OnePlus 7 is not expected to have the ill-fated headphone jack. So, the idea of launching truly wireless earbuds along with the device may turn out to be a good idea for the company. The truly wireless earbuds from OnePlus will compete against the likes of the Apple AirPods, the latest Samsung Galaxy Buds and Nokia’s True Wireless Earbuds. As the company is known to price its devices competitively, the earphones could be priced around the US$ 120 (Rs. 8300) range.

March 11, 2019
Apple AirPods 2 To Feature Fast Wireless Charging; Launch Imminent

Ever since Apple launched the AirPods in 2017 with the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, the wireless earphones have been crowned as the gold standard in the segment. The ease of connectivity the device offers within the company’s ecosystem remains unmatched. There had been reports doing the round all over the internet that the second generation of the wireless earphones are all set to launch soon. Fresh leaks have claimed that the new Apple AirPods 2 will feature fast wireless charging and may launch in the month of March.

Apple AirPods 2

The second generation of Apple AirPods is expected to be a major upgrade over its predecessor. The company already showed off the wireless charging case for the device but hadn’t released it because reportedly, it had overheating problems. It seems like Apple not only has figured out the solution, it has one-upped the competition by featuring fast wireless charging. According to the leaks, the AirPods 2, along with the case will take 15 minutes to charge from 0 to 100 percent. This will be due to the Qi-enabled wireless charging feature on the device.

Unfortunately, the leaks also alleged that the AirPods 2 will have a case that will be bigger in one direction and heavier than the last generation. This will be due to the fast wireless charging feature of the device, as it required different hardware. The wireless earphones may feature a similar charging mechanism like the Apple Pencil 2, which was announced alongside the iPad Pro last year. Other leaks also claimed that the AirPods 2 will be available in a new Black colour, and will have a new matte finish on the earphones.

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Apple is expected to unveil the AirPods 2 at a press event on March 25. The device will be available for sale starting March 29 at an expected price of US $199 (around Rs 14,000).

March 4, 2019
Xiaomi Launches Mi Wireless Earphones In India

Xiaomi took the Indian smartphone market by storm today when it launched the feature-laden Redmi Note 7 and Note 7 Pro at highly aggressive prices. In addition to the praiseworthy smartphones, the company has also launched two more products, Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones and Mi LED TV 4A Pro.

Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones Design

Xiaomi has released some quality earphones in the past, including the Mi Earphones and Mi Earphones Basic. The Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones are the first ever wireless earphones that the company has launched in India. They sport a minimalistic design along with a ton of other features. Weighing in at 13.6 grams, the earphones are light and should be easy to carry around. They have a sleek reflective finish and the company claims to use reverse spray technology to make the earphones stand out. The earphones also sport an adjustable ear hook which can be rotated at a 360 degree angle as per user comfort.

Connectivity And Features

Regarding connectivity, the Mi Sports Earphones has Bluetooth v4.1 integration that offers a range of upto 10 meters. The earphones feature copper wired speakers and PET (poly(ethylene terephthalate)) diaphragm for higher quality audio and low distortion. Users can use the 3-button setup present on the earphones to carry out a number of actions. For instance, users can adjust the volume, skip tracks, play/pause songs, answer/reject calls and enable three way calling using the multifunctional control remote. Present on the same module is the MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) silicone microphone which helps improve the sound clarity for calls.

Battery And Protection

In terms of battery, the Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones Basic can endure up to 9 hours of continuous usage before the 120 mAh battery runs out of juice. Apart from this, the earphones also have a standby time of 260 hours. The earphones can be charged via the microUSB 2.0 cable that is included in the package along with extra silicone buds for different ear sizes. Furthermore, the earphones are IPX4 sweat and splash proof to safeguard them against rain and accidental liquid splashes.

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The Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones are available in two colour options, Black and White. They are currently available for pre-order at a discounted price of Rs 1,499 from Mi.com. The deliveries of pre-ordered units will commence on the 20th of March.

February 28, 2019
Nokia True Wireless Earbuds Launched For Rs 9,999

When it comes to truly wireless earbuds, Apple AirPods have been the reigning champions for the longest time. Android users don’t have many praiseworthy options when it is about wireless earbuds. In an attempt to change that, Nokia has brought the True Wireless Earbuds to the Indian market. The earbuds were listed on Nokia India’s official website on February 15 with only black available as a colour option. The earbuds were first launched in October last year in London alongside the Nokia 7.1.

Nokia True Wireless Earbuds

The Nokia True Wireless Earbuds have a metal build with a compact form factor that looks elegant. The earbuds themselves are lightweight with each bud weighing only 5 grams. For connectivity, the wireless earbuds use Bluetooth 5.0 technology which provides it with seamless multi-device pairing support. Also, Bluetooth 5.0 technology offers a longer range in comparison to older Bluetooth versions. Another noteworthy feature of the wireless earbuds is its IPX4 rating which makes it sweat and splash resistant. According to Nokia, the earbuds offer 3.5 hours of music playback and 4 hours of talk time on a single charge. Also, its carrying case has an inbuilt battery which can provide the earbuds with an additional 14 and 16 hours of music playback and talk time respectively.

The carrying case features a USB Type-C port for charging, and also a LED charge indicator for easier accessibility. The Nokia True Wireless Earbuds have 3 different earbud sizes in the box, in S, M, and L respectively. These earbuds, though listed on the website, aren’t available to buy as of writing this story. The listing price of the earbuds on the website is Rs 9,999. In comparison, the Apple AirPods retail in India for Rs 11,999.

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Noteworthy, the Nokia True Wireless Earbuds have also received recognition at the iFDesign Award 2019. You can check out the Nokia True Wireless Earbuds here.

February 16, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active, Galaxy Fit And Galaxy Buds Leaked On The Samsung Wearable App

Samsung will announce many devices at the Galaxy Unpacked 2019 event on the 20th of February. Samsung will launch the Galaxy S10 series, the foldable phone(Galaxy F), and will also launch several smart wearable devices. Past reports claimed that the company will unveil the Galaxy Watch Active and Galaxy Buds at the upcoming event and a fresh leak supports the claim. An update to the Galaxy Wearable app on Android shows 4 new devices. These include the Galaxy Watch Active, Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Fit e, and Galaxy Buds.

The Galaxy Wearable Lineup

The Samsung wearable app was updated on the 14th of February, this update includes the new devices. This confirms that the launch of these products is imminent. The first in the leaked list of wearables is the Galaxy Watch Active. This sports-centric smartwatch has been leaked several times over the past few months and pretty much everything is known about it. The watch will reportedly run on the Tizen 4.0.3 OS. It may feature the Exynos 9110 SoC which is paired with 768MB of RAM. The Galaxy Watch Active will have a 1.3-inch display with a resolution of 360 x 360 px and is powered by a 230 mAh battery. It may also support GPS, NFC, a heart rate monitor and may have an LTE version as well.

Not much is known about the other wearables, the Galaxy Fit, and Fit e. These are reportedly smart bands and will feature a touchscreen, heart rate monitor. The difference between the versions of Galaxy Fit is also not known yet. The Galaxy Buds, however, have also leaked multiple times over the past months and they will have a new design. The wireless earbuds will have 8GB of inbuilt storage and 58mAh battery. Apart from the inbuilt battery in the earbuds, the carrying case also has a 252 mAh battery. They will also support wireless charging and are expected to be given free with the pre-order of the S10 series.

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The Galaxy wearables lineup seems like a considerable improvement over the predecessors. These will be unveiled at the Galaxy Unpacked event in San Fransisco on February 20.

February 15, 2019
Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones Receive Bluetooth Certification

Xiaomi is expected to showcase quite a few products at its event in New York next month. Out of the many possibilities, it is rumoured to be the global launch event of the Mi Mix 3 smartphone. However, a new product which has just received its certification could also be one off the debutants at the event. These are a pair of bluetooth wireless earphones by Xiaomi.

FCC Listing

The earphones have received their certification from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the US. The earphones are registered under the model number TWSEJ01JY and bear the name ‘Mi True Wireless Earphones’. The same model has also been cleared for Bluetooth certification. Additionally, a series of leaked images give us a good look at the design of the earphones. The design looks pretty similar to the Apple AirPods and the and the Xiaomi Bluetooth Headphones Youth Edition. Then again, there is nothing much you can do about the design of a pair of wireless earphones.

From the images we can see they have an inward curve to fit snugly into your ears. They also have a charging case, similar to the Apple AirPods. They also come with 3 pairs of silicone earths, to be fitted according to your ear size. The FCC listing also suggests that the earphones will be available in white colour only. The listing also tells us that they are Bluetooth 4.2 compatible. The listing also suggests that the earphones can be controlled using touch and that you can accept and reject calls as well as control music. The earphones also have an LED light and the eartips are also tipped with soft silicone. They will also have active noise cancellation feature.

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Additionally, the earphones will charge fully in one hour and the charging case has a battery back up of upto 10 hours. It is expected that the earphones will be priced aggressively just like the Mi AirDots. Xiaomi is known for its disruptive products which challenge competitors with aggressive pricing.

November 23, 2018
OnePlus Bullets Wireless Red Colour Gets Listed

OnePlus launched the OnePlus 6T early this week. Alongside the new smartphone the company also launched a new colour variant of the OnePlus Bullets Wireless earphones. According to the company, a red colour was demanded by the community and the company has decided to deliver.

The OnePlus Bullets wireless were originally launched with the OnePlus 6 early this year, and were really popular with the OnePlus fans. The earphones have a unique feature, which allows users to play or pause music by simply connecting the magnetic back sides of the earphones. The new red colour has now been listed on the OnePlus website.

While the earphones are built well, and have loud sound, they have been under constant criticism. They have been found to be poor on the lower end side, something Oneplus claims to have addressed with improvements in the signal processing of the wireless sound. OnePlus users can also adjust the EQ settings as per their requirement by going to Settings > Sound & Vibration > Audio Tuner

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The Bullets wireless continue to the have fast charging with 10 mins of charge delivering 5 hours of usage. While the earphones themselves are made of aluminium, they have rubber ear tips in various sizes and wing tips to secure the earphones. With an inbuilt microphone they are also great for phone calls.

November 3, 2018
Honor Waterplay 8 Tablet & FlyPods Wireless Earphones Launched

Shenzhen based Honor recently held a launch event in China where the company announced the Waterplay 8 tablet, FlyPods wireless headphones, and the Honor Magic 2 smartphone. As the name suggests, Waterplay 8 is an eight-inch, water-resistant tablet and the Flypods are eerily similar to Apple’s AirPods.

Waterplay 8

The Waterplay 8 has an eight-inch IPS LCD display with a 283 ppi pixel density and a resolution of 1920 x 1200 px. The tablet has a screen-t0-body ratio of 74.13 %. The microSD tray, power button, and the volume rockers are placed on the left of the device. Additionally, it has a home button which doubles as the fingerprint sensor for securely unlocking it.

The Waterplay 8 runs on the Octa-Core Kirin 659 processor along with the Mali T830 GPU. The device has a 5,100 mAh battery which supports fast charging up to 18 W. In terms of storage and memory, the Waterplay 8 has 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM which is expandable up to 256 GB via a microSD card. The tablet also has IPX7 rating which makes it dust and water resistant up to 1 meter for 30 mins.

For photography, the tablet has 13 MP f/2.2 + 2 MP f/2.4 dual rear cameras and an 8 MP f/2.0 front selfie camera. Both, the rear & front cameras can shoot videos up to 1080p. It runs on EMUI 8.0 which is based on Android 8.0. The tablet also has a bunch of sensors which include a gyroscope, proximity sensor, gravity sensor, and an ambient light sensor. For connectivity, it has 2.4 GHz 802.11 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2 and a Type-C USB port for charging and data transfer.

FlyPods Wireless

FlyPods are wireless earbuds from Honor which draw a lot of inspiration from Apple’s AirPods. Apart form the fact that they are available in a bunch of funky colours. They can be used to listen to music or even answer calls that you receive on your phone. The FlyPods hardware package consists of three different pieces which are the left & right earbud and a charging/resting case. They use Bluetooth 5.0 technology to connect with any Bluetooth compatible device. For prolonged life, the earbuds are dust proof and water resistant.

The FlyPods case has a 410 mAh battery which can charge the earbuds up to 3 times. Once the earbuds are charged, they provide a talk time of up to 2.5 hours. The earbuds have a triple color RGB led light to display charging and connectivity status. They can be either charged wirelessly via a Qi charger or the USB Type-C port which is placed on the bottom of the case. The FlyPods weigh in at 45 grams and measures 50.5 x 45 x 24.5 mm.

Price & Availability

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The Waterplay 8 tablet is available in Silver Moon colour at a price of 1,499 ¥ (around Rs 15,900). The FlyPods are available in three different colors Robin Blue, Charm Red and White. The Blue and White options are available at a price of 799 ¥ (around Rs 8,500) whereas the price for Charm Red variant is 999¥ (around Rs 10,600). Both the Waterplay 8 tablet and FlyPods are currently available on the Chinese Vmall website. It is possible that Honor might launch the devices in India and other regions in the future.

November 1, 2018
Nokia True Wireless Earbuds and Pro Wireless Earphones Launched

Nokia held an event in London on October 4 and in this event they launched a series of new devices. The new devices launched include the Nokia 7.1, the True Wireless Earbuds and the Pro Wireless Earphones. As the name suggests the new audio devices are wireless and use Bluetooth technology for connecting to your smartphone. These device’s are Nokia’s take on the likes of Apple EarPods and OnePlus Bullets wireless earphones.

Standard Features

The True Wireless Earbuds and the Pro Wireless Earphones are targeted towards people who are continuously on the move. Both devices can play audio from your smartphone and even receive phone calls. They can also connect to Siri and Google Assistant. Both devices are sweat and splash resistant. Hence, you can use them during physical activities like exercising and cycling.

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Nokia Pro Wireless Earphones

The Nokia Pro Wireless Earphones has a wrap around the neck style band. The band rests on the user’s shoulder and the earbuds are plugged in to your ears. The device weighs 45 grams and has a 27.5 cm long cord. The earplugs have magnetic backs. To end calls or to pause music, the user can clip them together & to answer calls or to resume music the user can simply unclip them. The device has a physical power on/off button and a physical volume control button. It also has a LED status indicator. The earphones have an audio playback time of upto 10 hours on a single charge and take 2-3 hours to charge fully. They have Bluetooth 4.2 technology and can connect to two devices at the same time.

Nokia True Wireless Earbuds

This set has two independent earbuds which rest inside the capsule for charging and storage. Each earbud weighs only at 5 grams and they have an audio playback of upto 4 hours. But, the capsule has its own battery and can fully charge the earbuds 3 times. The total playback is around 16 hours on a single charge. The device has USB Type-C connector for charging. The charging case has dimensions of 100 x 22 mm which is quite small and can easily fit in any pocket. It has an LED charge indicator to see whether the device is charging or not. The device has Bluetooth 5.0 technology unlike the wireless earphone that use Bluetooth 4.2. Nokia ships the device with three pairs of replaceable ear-tips which are sized S, M and L.

Both the devices are available in only Black colour. Nokia has set the price for the Wireless Earbuds at 129 Euros and 69 Euros for the Wireless Earphones. The prices roughly converts to Rs 11,000 and Rs. 5,900 respectively as per current conversion rates. Nokia India has scheduled an event on 11 October and these devices might be officially announced for India there.

October 5, 2018
Top Tech: Bluetooth Headphones Under Rs 2000

Looking for a great pair of wireless Bluetooth headphones under Rs 2000? Here are the top 5 Bluetooth wireless headphones, which are priced less than Rs 2000. The prices of these headphones are extremely volatile, so be sure to check out as soon as possible.

Sound One BT 06

These pair of Bluetooth headphones retail for Rs 1990 and has a sturdy plastic design, which makes them very light in weight. The headphones are available in four different colours and these are collapsible which makes them travel-friendly. They take around 1.5 hours to charge completely and offers a music playback of 5+ hours on a single charge. These headphones have Bluetooth 4.0, which is a bit disappointing. These Bluetooth headphones have a micro SD card slot and FM Radio function, which sets them apart from the competition. However, these headphones are slightly smaller for larger heads.

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Portronics Muffs

TheseBluetooth headphones retail for Rs 1359, which also has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. These headphones come with Bluetooth 4.1, which gives them a slightly better connectivity and better range. The battery can last up to 9 hours on a single charge because of the low energy Bluetooth. These headphones can also be used with an auxiliary port, which does not require any power. The headphones have a really soft padding, which allows the user to wear these headphones for long periods of time. These headphones also have noise reduction and echo-cancellation, which gives an upper hand over the competition.

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Boat Rockerz 430

These are trendy looking colourful pair of Bluetooth headphones, which retails for Rs 1999. These headphones are extremely comfortable and great looks. These headphones come with Bluetooth 4.1 with 40mm dynamic driver, which gives a good amount of sound and a good amount of range. The headphones have active echo-cancellation. However, the headband is made using polyurethane, which does not make these headphones comfortable for extended periods of time.

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ZAKK Blaze

The prices of these Bluetooth headphones have been brought down to Rs 1999 especially for team iGyaan for a limited period of time. The headphones produce a good amount of sound and a good amount of base and extremely comfortable to wear for longer periods of time. The earcups and really soft and the headband also has a softer cushioning. These headphones are made entirely out of brushed metal with RGB style LED lights. These are extremely premium headphones available for a bargain price with a massive 20 hours battery backup.

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Tantra Groove Bluetooth Headphones

These are behind the neckband style Bluetooth headphones, which retail for Rs 1,999. These are surprisingly light and also have a good amount of base. The headphones have a 450 mAh battery with a music playback time of 18 hours or 25 hours of hands-free talk time, as these headphones have an inbuilt microphone. These are extremely comfortable to wear for longer periods of time and a user can control music playback on the headphones itself. These headphones offer noise and echo cancellation and the sound quality is quite impressive for the kind of headphones they are.

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April 17, 2018
Sony Xperia Ear Duo Wireless Earphones Launched At MWC 2018

Sony has officially launched the Xperia Ear Duo at MWC 2018. Just like Google, Sony has launched a pair of wireless Bluetooth earphones after removing the 3.5mm headphone jack from its new Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact. These are a universal pair of Bluetooth earphones, which works with iOS and Android devices.

Pricing and availability:

The Sony Ear Duo will be available in selected markets in Black and Gold style from Spring 2018. However, the pricing is yet to be announced.

Hiroshi Ito, Deputy Head of Smart Product Business Group at Sony Mobile Communications said:

Xperia Ear Duo represents what we’ve learned from audio and acoustics research. Ear Duo is the first wireless headset to deliver a breakthrough Dual Listening experience – the ability to hear music and notifications simultaneously with sounds from the world around you.

Features of Sony Xperia Ear Duo:

These wireless earphones are based on the new Sony concept called “Dual Listening”. The earphones bring the capability, which enables to listen to a music track + environmental sound.

Sony has developed a special Spatial Acoustic Conductor, which transmits the sound directly into the ear. The specially designed ring surrounds the ear canal, which blends the music and the sound from the environment seamlessly.

The earphones use AI to adjust the volume according to the external factors, which enables the crystal clear audio listening experience using Sony’s Clear Chase technology. The Xperia Ear Duo are IPX2 certified for splash proof. Which means one can use this while exercising without any worries.

The Sony Xperia Ear Duo is equipped with a low power consuming CXD5602 chipset with a multisensor platform. In fact, the headphones support various head gestures like nodding to decline a call, shaking your head from left to right to change the music etc.

The earphones do not come with a dedicated voice assistance. Instead, one can use voice control to access Google Assistance or Siri. This works in most of the situations due to the quad microphone system.

February 26, 2018
Apple AirPods 2 Might Come With Hands-Free Siri Integration

Apple AirPods was launched along with the Apple iPhone 7 and Apple iPhone 7 Plus for US$ 149. These are the first pair of truly wireless earbuds AirPods from Apple, which was powered by a custom W1 chipset.

One needs to simply flip-open the case near an iPhone or iPad and select connect. Once it is synced to a device, it will be available on all devices with the same iCloud account. Apple AirPods offers up to 5 hours of continuos playback on a single charge and AirPods case provides up to additional 24 hours of backup battery. In fact, the company has announced that it will be launching a new AirPods case with wireless charging capability.

A new report suggests that the company is working on a next-generation Apple AirPods with improved features. However, the design is expected to identical to the first generation AirPods.

Speculated features of Apple AirPods 2:

The first major improvement will be the integration of Siri. The 2nd generation Apple AirPods 2 will be able to use Siri wirelessly. With this new device, the user will be able to ask Siri anything by just saying “Hey Siri”. In fact, in the present scenario, a user has to physically touch the AirPod to interact with Siri.

The 2nd Gen AirPods are expected to have water or splash resistance, which can survive a splash of water or rain. However, they will not be “swim-proof” like the 4th edition Apple Watch.

The newer AirPods will be designed by the same team which designed Apple HomePod, so we might also expect improved sound quality with long-lasting battery life.

Conclusion:

Apple AirPods have been the most successful wireless earbuds so far. In fact, according to a report, 85% of the wireless earbuds market is dominated by the AirPods.

Features like wireless charging and tighter Siri integration will surely make for another great pair of wireless earbuds. And probably, this time around, the AirPods will be slightly smaller in size as well.

February 23, 2018