Strike the perfect balance with Huawei's FreeArc earbuds
Huawei FreeArc also offers the highest sound quality, thanks to its smart and intuitive EQ controls, helping to deliver punchy bass and sharp treble frequencies for an open-ear journey with unparalleled clarity.
FreeArc is also the first earphone developed by Huawei with certified IP57 dust and water resistance, making them a perfect companion whatever the weather.
To celebrate its launch, customers can purchase FreeArcs for a limited time with £20 off exclusively at the Huawei Store using the offer code A20OFFFREEARC at checkout, so there's never been a better time to pick up a new pair.
We're about to find out more about the Huawei FreeArc, but if you're hooked already you can grab your new pair at a great price at the Huawei Store!
Huawei FreeArc embodies a refined aesthetic while promoting prolonged use without discomfort, thanks to its C-bridge design for a durable and secure fit around the ear. The FreeArc's design also incorporates a timeless look with a metallic matte finish, so they wouldn't look out of place between park runs or taking calls in the office.
The FreeArc is also the first Huawei headphones built with IP57 dust and water-resistant earbuds that delivers a remarkable level of resilience against the elements. It also features a dust and water-resistant microphone with a breathable membrane, to shield against rain or sweat.
The open-ear design also gives its users high-quality audio fidelity without drowning out the ambiance of the world around them. This is especially useful when navigating busy areas or if users need to be more aware of their surroundings, all without missing out on their music.
Huawei FreeArc delivers a powerful bass in a compact form factor, with Combined Adaptive Equal-loudness and Dynamic Bass algorithms to provide sterling sound across the whole audio spectrum. The FreeArc also introduces the 'Reverse Sound Waves System', designed to minimise sound leakage and enhance the listening experience by channelling audio directly to the ear canal while cancelling out unwanted external noise for clear and private listening.
With prolonged use in mind, the FreeArc uses an intuitive multi-gesture system for effortless usability during work or workouts such as adjusting volume with directional swipes, or managing playback and calls with simple tap gestures. FreeArc also offers seamless audio transitions across hardware devices and software platforms, for long-lasting convenience whether at home or on the go.
Even when users are out and about, FreeArc can keep the pace with seven hours of continuous audio playback and 28 hours of long battery life together with the charging case. Even if the earbuds are running low, Huawei's SuperCharge technology means that users can quickly revive their earphones. Just ten minutes of charge can provide up to three hours of playback for all their favourite music, audiobooks and podcasts.
If you're interested in picking up a pair for yourself, customers can claim a £20 discount off Huawei's latest FreeArc earbuds using the offer code A20OFFFREEARC – but for a limited time, this offer is only available until 18 March 2025.
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