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The Hindu
19-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
CMF Buds 2 & Buds 2 Plus Review: Budget options that look cool and sound great
Recently we saw that Nothing extended its CMF family with the launch of the CMF Phone 2 Pro. Alongside the phone, the company also introduced two new audio products — CMF Buds 2 and CMF Buds 2 Plus — clearly aiming to shake up the budget TWS space with solid features and a distinctive CMF touch. The CMF Buds 2 are priced at ₹2,699 while the Buds 2 Plus retail at ₹3,299, making them two of the most competitive wireless earbuds in their segment right now. These earbuds are cut from the same design cloth but tuned to appeal to slightly different use cases— the Buds 2 being more straightforward and the Buds 2 Plus offering more polish and power. Let's break down how they perform in the real-world and where they hit—or miss—their marks. Design Both CMF Buds 2 and Buds 2 Plus carry the signature CMF design DNA — minimalist, modern, and thoughtfully crafted. The charging cases are compact yet stylish, featuring a mix of matte finishes and transparent dial wraps that give them a distinct, almost industrial flair. The Buds 2 Plus get extra polish with a soft-touch coating and sandblasted metal accents, while the Buds 2 lean more towards a clean, matte aesthetic with subtle metallic touches. In the hand, both cases feel premium — solid enough to toss into a bag or pocket without worry. The earbuds themselves are lightweight, ergonomically shaped, and fit securely without causing fatigue. Even during long listening sessions or calls, the buds sit comfortably in-ear, which is ideal for workouts or commutes. Whether you're on a run or in a meeting, the fit remains snug without that typical in-ear pressure. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) Control-wise, both models come with responsive touch panels. A double tap skips tracks or answers calls, a triple tap takes you back, and a tap & hold toggles between ANC and Transparency Mode. The gestures work well, and for those who like customisation, the Nothing X app offers options to remap them to your liking. In terms of durability, Nothing has done a commendable job. The earbuds are IP55-rated, making them resistant to sweat, dust, and the occasional splash — perfect for gym use or unpredictable weather. The charging cases have an IPX2 rating, which isn't waterproof but will survive minor drizzles or moisture exposure. Overall, both earbuds are built to handle daily wear and tear with confidence. Connectivity Both Buds 2 and Buds 2 Plus come with Bluetooth 5.4 and support Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair, ensuring a fast and frictionless connection experience. Pairing is as simple as opening the case near your phone — modern and intuitive, just as it should be in 2025. With dual-device pairing, you can seamlessly switch between your phone and laptop, which is a huge convenience for multitaskers. We had no connection drops in our usage, and the 10-meter range held strong even through a couple of walls indoors. Gamers will appreciate the Low Lag Mode, especially when used with a Nothing Phone, where latency drops to under 105 ms (Buds 2 Plus) and 110 ms (Buds 2). Smart Features With the Nothing X app, available on both Android and iOS, users get access to a host of useful features. You can customise EQ settings, remap touch controls, switch ANC modes, locate your earbuds, and apply software updates. Both earbuds also come with in-ear detection, so playback auto-pauses when you remove them, and resumes when you put them back in. Also notable are the 'Find My Earbuds' feature — handy for the forgetful crowd — and LED status indicators on the case for quick battery checks. Sound Quality Sound quality is where these earbuds impress, especially for their price point. The CMF Buds 2 feature an 11mm PMI driver tuned with Dirac Opteo, delivering clean mids, deep bass, and well-separated highs. Music feels open, and vocals come through crisp, with Ultra Bass Technology 2.0 adding low-end punch without muddying the mix. Step up to the Buds 2 Plus, and you get a slightly wider and more detailed soundstage. The 12mm LCP driver combined with LDAC support and Nothing's custom tuning brings Hi-Res Audio into the mix. If you're someone who streams lossless or high-bitrate audio, the Plus variant definitely shines brighter with more dynamic range and clarity. Both models support Spatial Audio Effect, using HRTF (Head-Related Transfer Function) to simulate immersive 3D audio. While not as refined as what you might find on premium flagship earbuds, it adds depth when watching content or gaming. ANC On the ANC front, both buds pack in solid noise-cancelling chops. Buds 2 Plus offer up to 50dB hybrid ANC with Smart Adaptive Mode, while Buds 2 come close with 48dB hybrid ANC and Environmental Adaptive ANC. Both also support Transparency Mode for ambient listening when you need to stay aware. In practice, I will say that in its range, the ANC on both earbuds is quite good. However, there is a small but consistent issue across both models: when ANC is turned on but no audio is playing, you can hear a faint 'air' or static sound in the background. It's not disruptive during playback but noticeable in silent moments. Battery Both models come with a good battery life. The CMF Buds 2 offer 13.5 hours of playback on a single charge, going up to 55 hours with the case (ANC off). A 10-minute top-up yields 7.5 hours of playback, which is impressive. The Buds 2 Plus stretches even further, with up to 15.5 hours standalone playback and a whopping 61.5 hours with the case (AAC, ANC off). Even with ANC on, they manage a respectable 7.5 hours, and fast charging nets 8.5 hours with a quick 10-minute juice-up. Both use USB-C and take under 95 minutes to fully charge — consistent and dependable. Verdict In a market full of me-too budget earbuds, Nothing's CMF Buds 2 and Buds 2 Plus manage to stand out, not just for their design, but for everything they offer at this price. Both models are easy to recommend, especially if you're on a budget and want something that looks cool, sounds great, and doesn't compromise on modern features. That one issue — the static hiss with ANC on, does take away from the experience slightly, but not enough to be a dealbreaker.
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Business Standard
14-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Nothing partners with KEF to boost audio performance of upcoming lineup
British consumer technology brand Nothing has announced a partnership with British audio specialist KEF. According to the company, this collaboration aims to explore new frontiers in sound innovation and deliver refined audio experiences to a broader audience. The partnership suggests that Nothing may expand its audio portfolio to include new products, such as speakers, and could potentially introduce KEF-tuned sound in its upcoming generation of earbuds. 'By combining KEF's decades of expertise with our design-led approach to technology, we're laying the groundwork for a new standard in everyday listening. Our products launching later this year mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter of our collaboration and the future of Nothing Audio,' said Andrew Freshwater, Head of Smart Products Marketing at Nothing. While the details have not been confirmed, Nothing's 2025 Ear and Ear(a) earbuds series may feature KEF-tuned audio. Currently, Nothing uses Dirac Opteo tuning in its CMF Buds 2 and Buds 2a, a feature that the company claims improves vocal clarity and enhances instrument separation. In related developments, Nothing has confirmed it will launch its next-generation flagship smartphone, the Phone (3), later this summer. The announcement was made via a video posted on Android's official YouTube channel, featuring a 'Device Showcase' segment in which Nothing CEO Carl Pei appeared with a blurred-out device in hand, teasing the upcoming release.
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First Post
01-05-2025
- First Post
Nothing launches CMF Phone 2 Pro and three TWS earbuds in India: Specifications, Price and more
Everything you need to know about the CMF Phone 2 Pro, CMF Buds 2, CMF Buds 2 Plus and CMF Buds 2a read more Nothing's sub-brand CMF has launched four new products in India this week which include the anticipated CMF Phone 2 Pro and three TWS earbuds - Buds 2, Buds 2 Plus and Buds 2a. All products are competitively priced and hold the potential to shake up the respective segments with their impressive feature lists. Let's get to know them a little better. CMF Phone 2 Pro: What's new, pricing, availability The CMF Phone 2 Pro is the slimmest and lightest smartphone from Nothing to date. At 7.8 mm in thickness, it is indeed quite slim and has a good hand feel courtesy of its moderate 185 grams weight. The ingress protection has seen an improvement from IP52 on the CMF Phone 1 to IP54 here. It continues with the unique design language of its predecessor and improves it further with aluminium highlights around the cameras and stainless steel screws. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD CMF Phone 2 Pro bears the unique design language of its predecessor Speaking of cameras, the company brings major enhancements in this department. Not only does the 50MP main camera get a larger sensor (supposedly the largest sensor in this segment) but the phone also gets a second 50MP telephoto camera that offers 2X optical zoom; something quite rare in the sub-20K segment. An 8MP ultra-wide camera completes the trifecta at the back. However, none of the cameras have optical image stabilisation (OIS), which a handful of phones in this segment offer these days. Phone specs The CMF Phone 2 Pro gets a larger and brighter 6.77-inch 10-bit Full HD+ flexible AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 3000 nits, 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate and 1000 Hz touch sampling rate. The phone is fitted with a 5000 mAh battery that supports 33W fast wired charging. And wait for it… the company will be bundling a charger along in India! The phone retains modularity with three new accessories including universal cover, interchangeable lenses (Fisheye and Macro) and wallet/stand. The CMF Phone 2 Pro gets a larger and brighter 6.77-inch 10-bit Full HD+ flexible AMOLED display At the core of the Phone 2 Pro is a competent Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Pro chip and 8 GB RAM. You get a choice of either 128 GB or 256 GB internal storage and a MicroSD card slot to expand it further. The phone will debut with Nothing OS 3.2 based on Android 15 and the company has promised three major Android updates and a staggering six years of security updates for this device, keeping the phone relevant and secure for a long time. The phone is fitted with a 5000 mAh battery that supports 33W fast wired charging The CMF Phone 2 Pro comes in four colour options - White, Black, Orange and Light Green. As for the pricing, the 128 GB storage variant of the CMF Phone 2 Pro can be purchased for Rs 18,999, while its 256 GB version can be yours for Rs 20,999. You can save 1000 Rupees with bank or exchange offers, and another thousand if you choose to buy it on the launch day - 5th May 2025. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD CMF Buds 2 series unveiled: Key features, pricing, availability Along with the CMF Phone 2 Pro, the company unveiled not one or two but three true wireless earphones - CMF Buds 2a, CMF Buds 2 and CMF Buds 2 Plus. Let's take a quick look at what they bring to the table, how much they would set you back by and when you can get your hands on them. Buds design CMF Buds 2a Buds 2a is the entry-level option, but by no means scant on features. It offers a lightweight design, promises high-quality audio with its 12.4 mm bio-fibre drivers tuned by Dirac, in addition to 42 dB active noise cancellation (ANC). You get 8 hours of playtime on a full charge for the buds, and up to 35.5 hours with the charging case. It is priced at Rs 2,199. CMF Buds 2 The Buds 2 is their mid variant with a more refined sound courtesy of 11 mm custom PMI drivers and Dirac Opteo tuning. You also get Spatial Audio and 48 dB hybrid ANC to more effectively isolate yourself from the ambient noise. The buds claim to offer a whopping 13.5 hours of playtime on a full charge and 55 hours with the charging case. You get six mics (two more than Buds 2a) for calling and ANC. The CMF Buds 2 is priced at Rs 2,699. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Buds 2 is their mid variant with a more refined sound courtesy of 11 mm custom PMI drivers and Dirac Opteo tuning CMF Buds 2 Plus As you may have guessed, the Buds 2 Plus is the more premium of the three, offering superior audio experience thanks to the 12 mm LCP drivers and support for Hi-Res LDAC codec. The hybrid ANC figure goes up to 50 db here and the claimed battery life is even more impressive. The buds can go on for 15.5 hours, with the case taking the overall battery backup past an incredible 61 hours. The CMF Buds 2 Plus too has six mics for calling and ANC, and flaunts a price tag of Rs 3,299. The buds can go on for 15.5 hours, with the case taking the overall battery backup past an incredible 61 hours What comes after Buds 2 Plus, you ask? Well, it's the CMF Buds 2 Pro that the company launched last year. It offers an excellent mix of performance and value. You may read its review here. Coming back to the new launches, all three TWS earbuds are Bluetooth 5.4 compliant and support dual pairing. While these new CMF earbuds seem impressive for their asking price, there's one catch! They are expected to go on sale only towards the end of June 2025 in India. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
News18
30-04-2025
- Business
- News18
CMF Buds 2 Series Launched In India: Price And Features
Last Updated: CMF Buds 2 series has launched along with the Phone 2 Pro model in the Indian market this week. Here are all the details. Nothing has introduced the CMF Phone 2 Pro along with a slew of new budget TWS earbuds in the market this week. The company is offering three distinct models to cater to different budgets and needs. The newly introduced range includes the CMF Buds 2, Buds 2 Plus, and Buds 2a — each positioned at a separate price point with unique specifications. CMF Buds 2 Series Price In India CMF Buds 2 series prices in India are: CMF Buds 2a – Rs 2,199 CMF Buds 2 – Rs 2,699 CMF Buds 2 Plus – Rs 3,299 CMF Buds 2 Pro TWS earbuds will be available from next month, while the other two models will go on sale at a later date in the country. CMF Buds 2 The Buds 2 come equipped with 11mm audio drivers and offer Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) of up to 48dB. The brand says the earbuds can provide up to 13.5 hours of playback without ANC on a single charge. CMF Buds 2 Plus Next up is the Buds 2 Plus which sits above the standard Buds 2 with notable upgrades in ANC performance and support for Smart Adaptive Noise Cancellation, a feature absent on the base Buds 2. The Buds 2 Plus packs larger 12mm drivers, get LDAC codec support, and Hi-Res Audio certification for high-fidelity sound. You can get up to 14 hours of playback on a single charge (with ANC turned off), and a total of 61.5 hours with the case. The CMF Buds 2a offer a more affordable entry point, though with a few compromises. It features 12.4mm drivers and Dirac tuning, but the ANC performance is reduced to 42dB. The earbuds provide up to 8 hours of usage (ANC off) and a maximum of 35.5 hours, when used with the charging case. Even the IP rating is slightly lower at IP54, compared to IP55 on the other two models. All three of the CMF Buds 2 series model are compatible with the Nothing X app, where you can tweak the EQ, adjust bass levels, toggle ANC settings, activate low-latency mode, connect to multiple devices simultaneously, and even summon ChatGPT for assistance. First Published:
Hindustan Times
29-04-2025
- Hindustan Times
CMF Buds 2, Buds 2 Plus, and Buds 2a TWS earbuds launched starting at ₹2,199- Details
CMF by Nothing hosted a launch event in Delhi on April 28, revealing its new generation products, the Phone 2a Pro, Buds 2, Buds 2 Plus, and Buds 2a. While the affordable smartphone is gaining much popularity, the latest TWS has also been revamped to provide an upgraded experience to audiophiles. From enhancing personalisation to providing high-quality sound, each model has something new to offer at different price points. Therefore, if you are looking for a TWS upgrade, then know what the new CMF Buds 2 series has to offer at an affordable price. Also read: Flipkart Big Savings Days Sale 2025: Save big on POCO X7 series, M7 series and more The CMF Buds 2 features an 11 mm PMI driver with Dirac Opteo, and the Buds 2 Plus features a 12 mm LCP driver with Hi-Res LDAC. Both models offer advanced Active Noise Cancellation with 48 dB Hybrid ANC and 50 dB Hybrid ANC with Smart Adaptive Mode. Both models offer Noise Reduction 3.0, Ultra Bass Technology 2.0, 6 HD mics with Clear Voice Technology 3.0, and Wind Noise Reduction 3.0. Also read: Nothing Phone 3 tipped to launch on July 25: Here's what to expect from the upcoming device For an uninterrupted audio experience, the CMF Buds 2 and Buds 2 Plus are backed by a 53mAh battery on the earbud and a 460mAh battery on the case. However, both offer different battery lives. The Buds 2 offers 13.5 hours of playtime with buds when ANC is off and up to 55 hours with the case. On the other hand, the Buds 2 Plus offers up to 14 hours with ANC off and up to 61.5 hours with the case. Both models come with IP55 rating for dust and water resistance. The CMF Buds 2a features a 2.4 mm Bio-fibre driver with Dirac Tuning and offers 42 dB ANC with Transparency Mode. It also offers Ultra Bass Technology 2.0, 4 HD mics with Clear Voice Technology, and a low latency mode of 110ms. The Buds 2a offers up to 8 hours of playtime with ANC off and up to up to 35.5 hours with the case. Also read: Oppo F29 Pro 5G vs Nothing Phone 3a Pro: Which latest mid-ranger is worth the hype? All three TWS will be available to purchase on Flipkart.
