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Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Yahoo
I Want HMD's New Earbuds For One Simple Reason
HMD, known for some of its affordable smartphones, just announced a neat set of wireless earbuds with a case that doubles as a magnetic power bank. With the HMD Amped Buds, you can enjoy nearly 100 hours of music playback or use the case to quickly recharge your phone, and I want a pair. At MWC 2025 in Barcelona, the Finnish company showcased the HMD Amped Buds, which are much more than your average earbuds. While they still deliver all the specs and features we want, like good sound, ANC, and ENC (environmental noise cancelation), the case packs a massive 1,600mAh internal battery capable of wired or reverse wireless charging for other devices. Many earbuds on the market feature wireless charging in the case. That's nothing new. However, I don't want to spare my precious phone battery to reverse wireless charge some earbuds. I'd rather have a functioning phone. With the Amped Buds, it's the opposite, and you can use the case to recharge your phone. Yes, please! HMD's new earbuds have a sleek aluminum enclosure and a built-in 1,600mAh battery—about 300% larger than most other earbuds. The company promises up to 95 hours of music playback using the included battery case. During daily use, you'll get around 8 hours of playback, or up to 4 hours with ANC. Then, toss them back into the charging case once things get low. "With sleek styling, thin and light design, and three color options, Amped Buds looks as good as it sounds." The earbud case supports Qi2 wireless charging or wired charging, making it easy to snap on the back of a MagSafe or Qi2 phone or cable charge a smartwatch with the included USB-C cable. You can choose between Pink, Cyan, or Black color options. According to HMD, the earbuds will retail for €199 (around $206) when they arrive in April. However, we're unsure if they'll come to the United States. Small magnetic battery packs for recharging phones are an increasingly popular mobile accessory, like some of Anker's options. Naturally, it makes sense for a brand to offer something similar inside an earbuds case. With the HMD Amped Buds, that's exactly what we're getting. Amped Buds' charging case weighs just 80g and measures an ultra-sleek 14mm, which is much smaller than most of the competition. That way, it'll easily fit in pockets without a big bulge or safely in a backpack. The buds themselves have a few tricks up their sleeve, too. Once you slide out the earbuds, you'll enjoy quality sound with ANC, ENC, IP54 protection, and more. Each stem has three microphones to isolate outside noise, which delivers exceptional ENC. However, what caught our attention is the unique hinge design, which ensures a perfect fit for any ear style and shape. The unique hinge design allows for such a small carry case, but it'll also help fine-tune the fit in your ear. It's a fairly tight hinge, so once you get the flexible bud tips positioned how you like, it'll be all set, resting comfortably in your ear. The buds feature precision-tuned 10mm drivers, and each ear tip has integrated vents to improve audio fidelity and bass. The company also offers plenty of customization with EQ controls in the Amped Buds app. Considering most people already carry around a set of AirPods (or similar) with a charging case, nothing changes for daily users here. You still have the same experience as other earbuds, only this one can top off your phone's battery when you're in a pinch. It's a pretty neat idea that I'm surprised no one has thought of yet. Source: HMD
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Yahoo
HMD's new earbuds pull double duty as a wireless power bank
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. HMD's Amped Earbuds come with a charging case that can also wirelessly power up your phone. The 1,600mAh Qi2 case doubles as a power bank for iPhones, HMD's Skyline, and other compatible phones. The case is thicker at 14mm and features a unique hinge system for storing and charging the buds. HMD has introduced a fresh take on wireless earbuds, and they're not your average pair. These come with a charging case that can also give your phone a quick power boost when it's running low. At MWC in Barcelona, HMD unveiled the Amped Earbuds, a fresh addition to its accessory lineup. What makes them stand out is their Qi2 reverse charging case. With a 1,600mAh battery, it doesn't just juice up the earbuds: it doubles as a wireless power bank for compatible phones, including iPhones and HMD's own Skyline. HMD also confirmed that the Amped Buds' charging case works even if your phone has a protective case with a magnetic ring. This means it's built to play nice with pretty much any phone that supports wireless charging. This clever two-in-one design gives the Amped Earbuds an edge, making them a standout in the crowded world of audio gear. HMD says the case's battery can give your iPhone 16 Pro a 20% boost wirelessly, or bump it up to 24% if you plug in with a USB-C cable. At first look, the earbuds seem like your typical wireless earbuds, with just a slightly different stem design to set them apart. It's chunkier than usual at 14mm thick, and the hinge system for storing and charging the earbuds is a nifty little detail you don't see every day. The earbuds use a spring-loaded system; pop them in or out of the case, and you'll hear and feel a tiny click. And when you pull them out, the stems tilt forward, so they sit just right in your ears. Image 1 of 3 Image 2 of 3 Image 3 of 3 The sound comes through 10mm drivers, and you can tweak the audio to your liking using a mobile app that works on both Android and iOS. For audio clarity, the Amped Buds pack both active and environmental noise cancellation. As for durability, the case has IPX4 dust resistance, and the earbuds come with IP54 splash resistance. HMD claims the Amped Buds last up to 4 hours with ANC on and 8 hours in regular mode. With a fully charged case, you're looking at a total of around 95 hours of playtime. The HMD Amped Earbuds arrive in April for €199, as per The Verge, but there's no word yet on a U.S. release.
