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Irish Examiner
07-08-2025
- Irish Examiner
Huawei FreeBuds 6 review: Open-ear audio with excellent sound quality and comfort
Open-ear earbuds offer a unique listening experience: they let you enjoy music while staying connected to the world around you. Ideal for commuters, office workers and anyone who dislikes the in-ear seal of traditional buds, Huawei's FreeBuds 6 aim to combine comfort, awareness and high-quality sound in one lightweight package. Design The first thing that strikes you about the Huawei FreeBuds 6 is how elegant they look. Huawei has used a glossy finish across both the earbuds and the egg-shaped charging case, giving off a polished, modern aesthetic. The open-fit design means they rest gently on the outer ear rather than burrowing into the ear canal, which is a real win for those who find traditional in-ear buds uncomfortable. Each earbud weighs just 4.9g, with the charging case adding 40.3g, making the entire package incredibly portable and easy to slip into a pocket. Despite their size and lightweight build, the construction feels solid. The IP54 rating also adds peace of mind, offering dust and splash resistance, ideal for day-to-day use or light workouts. Comfort and fit Thanks to the open design and unique shape, the FreeBuds 6 are incredibly comfortable for extended listening sessions. I wore them for multiple hours at a time during workdays, and there was no irritation or ear fatigue. Of course, they're one-size-fits-all, so your mileage may vary, but as someone who generally uses medium-sized ear tips, they fit my ears perfectly. However, unlike buds that use ear tips, they don't create as tight a seal, and the fit isn't as secure during vigorous movement. Jogging or chewing can dislodge them slightly, but they come with silicon covers that wrap over the ear end, which provides grip. However, I didn't like the feel of the silicone, and I didn't have an issue with the buds falling out without them. Features and connectivity Hardware-wise, you get Bluetooth 5.2 for stable, low-latency connections and dual-device pairing, making it easy to switch between your phone and laptop. Pairing was seamless with both Android and iOS in my testing. Despite the open-ear design, Huawei has done a commendable job with the ANC implementation. It works well in most everyday environments, though naturally, it's not as effective as traditional earbuds with silicone tips that create a tighter seal for passive noise isolation. Controls are responsive and easy to use. You can use tap gestures to play, pause, skip tracks or toggle noise cancellation. There's also swipe gestures for volume control, and the companion app (Huawei AI Life) allows firmware updates, EQ customisation, and lets you assign gesture controls. Sound quality Despite the open-ear form factor, Huawei's engineers have managed to extract some impressive sound from the FreeBuds 6. At the core of the system is a dual-driver setup: an 11mm dual-magnet dynamic driver that handles low and mid-range frequencies, paired with a planar diaphragm driver for ultra-high frequencies. The result is a surprisingly rich, detailed and balanced sound profile. The bass won't rattle your skull, but it reaches down to a very respectable level, providing warmth and presence that most open-ear rivals can't match. Treble is crisp without being sharp, and vocals shine. Huawei also touts high-res audio support with up to 1.5Mbps bitrate, or 2.3Mbps when paired with compatible Huawei phones. In real-world listening, the soundstage feels wide and natural, which is one of the benefits of the open ear design. Call quality The quad-mic system (three traditional microphones plus a bone-conduction VPU mic) works alongside Huawei's deep neural AI noise reduction to deliver crisp voice clarity. Whether on a train platform or in a breezy park, I had no complaints from the other end. Voices are clean and well-separated from environmental noise, making them great for professional use too. Battery life Battery performance is respectable for open-fit earbuds. I averaged around six hours of playback on a single charge with ANC off, and the charging case extends that to 36 hours in total. With ANC on, this drops to a little over four hours. Fast charging gives 2.5 hours of playback in just five minutes, and you also get Qi wireless charging support, which is a welcome bonus. Verdict The Huawei FreeBuds 6 offer a rare blend of comfort, clarity and ambient awareness. They're perfect for users who dislike the pressure or isolation of in-ear designs but still want high-quality sound. Add in decent battery life, solid call performance and high-res audio support, and you've got one of the best open-fit wireless earbuds available today. €165 (RRP)
Phone Arena
23-06-2025
- Phone Arena
Huawei FreeBuds 6 review: hype vs reality
Huawei has recently dropped a brand-new set of open-fit earbuds. In the style of old EarPods or the non-Pro AirPods, these don't go all the way inside your ears and can be more comfortable for users that dislike the in-ear feel. The case and bud design have also been refreshed to something that looks a bit odd, a bit alien, but I appreciate Huawei trying to change a formula that has become a bit stale and boring in recent years. Additionally, the FreeBuds 6 come with impressive specs — dual driver design, 14 Hz to 48 kHz sound reproduction, dual point connectivity, and a combination of tap and swipe controls for perfect interaction. The question now is... does it deliver? Huawei FreeBuds 6 specs Huawei FreeBuds 6 design and colors The Huawei FreeBuds 6 are something different and that's immediately apparent when you see their charge case. It's like a flattened egg shape, with a very smooth matte finish — kind of looks like a gadget from an old Star Trek episode. The case flap has a diagonal cut, too, so nothing about this case looks like most other earbuds on the market. The case shape and finish ensure that it slides comfortably into almost any pocket. The FreeBuds 6 definitely come with a good selection of audio codecs, ensuring you will be getting the best out of both Apple (AAC) and Android (LDAC) devices. L2HC4.0 seems to be some sort of Huawei exclusive, only available with devices running EMUI15 and above. Notably, these headphones don't support LHDC and aptX, but we can't say we miss them with what's available on hand. Maybe gamers might be disappointed from the lack of low-latency Huawei FreeBuds 6 are something different and that's immediately apparent when you see their charge case. It's like a flattened egg shape, with a very smooth matte finish — kind of looks like a gadget from an old Star Trek episode. The case flap has a diagonal cut, too, so nothing about this case looks like most other earbuds on the market. The case shape and finish ensure that it slides comfortably into almost any pocket. The surprises don't end there, as the earbuds themselves have an odd shape. They are an open-fit, so no eartip silicone, that's expected. But their stems have a bit of a tub at the end, too, giving the whole bud an almost hourglass-type shape. And yes, I see it — it's definitely an acquired taste. Huawei tried something different, they seem to think it's a cool lifestyle gadget to accessorise with, I guess the market will decide if the shape is liked or not. The box contains two sizes of silicone "sleeves" for the buds. In case you have slightly larger earlobes, these can provide a better fit and an extra bit of grip to keep the buds in. Definitely a nice touch, and I can see people who like to go for a jog with their buds using this. The stems offer touch controls. Tap to play, double-tap for next, triple-tap for previous. Swiping up and down controls volume, and tap and hold will toggle the noise reduction. I am generally not a big fan of tap controls, but when a model has them — it is what it is. However, the FreeBuds 6 are also a bit slow to respond, which is usually the extra-annoying part, as you have half a second to wonder if your tap registered or not. Receive the latest Accessories news By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy The Huawei FreeBuds 6 come in three colors — understated Black, clean White, and this flashy Purple that we have here. Huawei FreeBuds 6 sound quality Out of the box, on default settings, the FreeBuds 6 don't sound amazing. I do recommend installing the Huawei AI Life app for its extra settings (it's not on the Play Store, it's here ), but since Huawei is not on the official Google Play Store — that may be tricky. I found that it can be side-loaded on some Android phones no problem, then not work on others. Something to definitely keep in mind if you are looking at those buds. So, by default, how do the FreeBuds 6 sound? Their specs promise a lot, with dual drivers and bass frequencies that go as low as 14 Hz. Now, I know that I can't hear 14 Hz and I am pretty sure no human being out there can, but it's assumed that this implies deep, cushy bass. We don't get this with the FreeBuds 6. It's not that they don't have bass — the low end is there, it's just... fine. Not boomy, heavy, cushy, or big, but you can hear the bass guitar. The first impressions you might get as you fire up your first song will be "Wow, these sound crisp and clear", but that'll be until the vocals come on. While these have an ok, sort-of-weak bass, they do have a harsh upper midrange frequency (again, by default, the app can fix that). Their highs are present, but not shimmering or sweet. In general, their sound has nothing extra special going for it, despite their looks and specs suggesting otherwise. I already alluded to that, but the app is a make-it or break-it here. I absolutely found that the Hi-Fi Live preset within the app does fix a lot. It scoops out the aforementioned high mids, adds a nice bass bump, and sweetens up the highs. To me, this is what the default sound of these earbuds should be, and I wouldn't use them without being able to access the app and change that. You can also tap the plus sign in the top right to make your own custom EQ profile, but I was happy enough with Hi-Fi Live. Huawei FreeBuds 6 noise reduction You probably have noticed that I am not calling it Active Noise Cancelation, as the open design of these buds makes it hard to actually... cancel noise. Huawei itself calls it Noise Reduction in the specs. But that's not to say that it's not a good feature. I am actually quite impressed by how much these are able to reduce outsude sources. Of course, they work better versus lower-end hums and brums, while high-pitched sounds will be more audible. But, in general, if you want to increase inner zen and don't feel like sticking pointy silicone tips inside your ears, these offer a good alternative. Huawei FreeBuds 6 connectivity I've had no issue connecting these to my laptop, multiple Android devices, even an iPhone and iPad. They do support Bluetooth Multipoint, which allows them to stay connected to two devices at the same time and actively switch sources when a new sound is played from the next one. The app also conveniently "remembers" a list of your paired devices, so you can select or delete them from there. Unfortunately, since Huawei is a bit of a persona non grata in the western Android world, it doesn't support Fast Pair — you won't get the fancy pop-up on your phone screen when you bring the buds next to the phone for the first time. But if you own a Huawei phone, they do have their own fast pairing, which works in the way you would expect. Huawei FreeBuds 6 battery life With those chubby stems and otherworldly case, you'd expect the FreeBuds 6 to offer a phenomenal battery life or something. Unfortunately, that's not the case. In fact, they are slightly below the average of what I would expect in a 2025 set of buds. But it also depends on whether you choose "Prioritize sound quality" or "Prioritize connection" from the app. Yes, the app — again. By default, the FreeBuds 6 are set to the sound quality option. Huawei FreeBuds 6, should you buy them? The FreeBuds 6 may not be officially available in the US, but you can pick them up for about the same price as a set of Nothing Ears third gen. The prices are also comparable over in Europe, with the FreeBuds 6 being a tiny bit more expensive as of right now. As it stands, recommending the FreeBuds 6 comes with two huge asterisks. One, do you like the shape and obvious fashion statement that they are? And two — are you able to install and run the AI Life app , as it's kind of vital to squeeze a good sound out of them? If the answer to both is "Yes", I might wince and give you a conditional "Maybe they'll work for you". Huawei Freebuds 6 open fit buds with ANC Available in all three colors — Black, White, and Purple. Newest mode open-fit earbuds from Huawei. SBC, AAC, LDAC. Buy at Amazon Nothing Ear $30 off (19%) Third generation of Nothing Ear buds — advanced EQ, custom 11 mm ceramic driver, ChatGPT integration. Black and White available Buy at Amazon Apple AirPods 4 without ANC $10 off (8%) The most affordable AirPods from Apple offer great fit and an upgraded design with shorter stems and squeeze controls. Advanced codec — AAC only. Buy at Amazon What the FreeBuds 6 is doing right is the open design — there aren't many earbuds out there that cater to people who dislike in-ears. I respect that — the only true competitor that does the same is the Apple AirPods 4 . The non-ANC variant costs about the same as the FreeBuds 6, the one with ANC is a shiny 50 more (your currency of choice). But, I can't twist it. The AirPods 4 do sound better out of the box. So, pick the FreeBuds 6 if you are feeling a bit more adventurous, or you can't resist that shiny purple model!
Rakyat Post
19-06-2025
- Business
- Rakyat Post
Huawei Introduces PC-Like MatePad Pro 12.2' & FreeBuds 6 For Work, Play, & Creativity
Subscribe to our FREE Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) Malaysia unveiled the Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2' (2025) , the latest evolution of its flagship tablet series yesterday. The Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2' (2025) is built to have PC-like capabilities in mind, perfect for business and professionals, designers, and creators to be productive on-the-go. The tablet combines the power of a laptop, the portability of a tablet, and the precision of a creative tool in a single, streamlined device. Images: Adeline Leong/TRP Here are some key features of the Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2' (2025): 1. The Tandem OLED PaperMatte Display gives a paper-like surface, perfect for sketching and writing with the stylus. It also gives pro-level colour accuracy, a high 144 Hz refresh rate, 2.8k resolution, and HDR Vivid support. 2. The anti-glare nano-textured display, certified by TUV Rheinland and SGS for eye comfort, reduces 99% of ambient light interference. This makes working in different environments or lighting easier. 3. The Genius Huawei Glide Keyboard works seamlessly with the tablet and has a secure stylus storage slot. 4. Hidden stylus: the Huawei M-Pencil (3 rd Gen) powered by NEARLINK. 5. Equipped with PC-level WPS Office (documents, presentations, spreadsheets etc). GoPaint app comes with new brushes like realistic oil-painting brush and tapping on stylus for splatter effect. Image: Adeline Leong/TRP 6. Equipped with Huawei Notes and GoPaint, featuring AI handwriting enhancement, pro-level brush tools, and frame-by-frame animation. 7. Smart Multi-Window and App Multiplier features so you can run multiple apps side-by-side, review multiple documents, or attend calls while referencing notes. 8. Live-Multitask interface so you can run up to three apps simultaneously. 9. Desktop-style keyboard shortcuts. 10. Battery: 10,100 mAh, full charge in 55 minutes to ensure smooth all-day usage. Huawei also introduced its latest open-fit wireless earbuds, the Huawei FreeBuds 6 , which promise premium sound quality, all-day comfort, and reliable performance. The FreeBuds 6 is lighter than its predecessor, weighing only 4.9g, and fit naturally into a wide range of ear shapes, ensuring long-wearing comfort. The design, inspired by glistening water droplets, provides a refined, aerodynamic curve that sits naturally in the ear. Tech-wise, the FreeBuds 6 boasts an upgraded 11mm dual-magnetic driver and Bass Turbo 2.0 tech which provides a fuller sound profile and users get to feel the beat without sealing off the ear canal. The earbuds also supports lossless audio transmission of up to 2.3Mbps when paired with the Huawei Mate X6, powered by Huawei's proprietary L2HC 4.0 codec. Huawei FreeBuds 6 Available in black, purple, white This enables 48 kHz/24-bit high-resolution playback, capturing fine textures in vocals and instruments and delivering studio-grade clarity wirelessly, a feature typically reserved for premium over-ear headphones. Think concert-like sound when you're jogging or immersing in a podcast while cooking dinner. Additionally, the FreeBuds 6 supports two-way silent calls in all scenarios, which eliminate background sounds in a 95dB high-noise environment. In other words, you can still hear your music or calls clearly in windy or noisy environments. The earbuds offer up to 36 hours of music playback with the charging case, a full six hours more than the previous generation. A quick five-minute charge provides up to 2.5 hours of uninterrupted playback. The Huawei FreeBuds 6 supports dual device connections so users can switch effortlessly between phones, tablets, and PCs. The Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2' (2025) is priced at RM3,599. It's available for pre-order via Huawei Experience Stores, the Huawei Customers who place a RM50 deposit during the pre-order period will receive a rebate of up to RM200, along with exclusive free gifts worth up to RM2,045, including a complimentary Huawei M-Pencil (3rd Gen), Huawei Mouse, Huawei Backpack, Huawei SoundJoy, and PC-Level WPS. Meanwhile, the Huawei FreeBuds 6 priced at RM699 is available in Purple, White, and Black. Starting from 24 June 2025, customers get to enjoy additional free gifts worth RM327 across all official Huawei stores, listed above. For more information, latest updates, or promotions about Huawei, please visit the Huawei Official Website, the Huawei Official Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Phone Arena
15-05-2025
- Phone Arena
The FreeBuds 6 officially kick-start a new chapter in Huawei's premium audio portfolio
Huawei is having a big day today and those who care about their ears should not miss the new FreeBuds 6 – a pair of earbuds that should definitely be on your radar. Why? Because, as I can personally assure you, using high-quality earbuds feels like a revelation. I don't know what kind of headphones you're using – you may be a fan of big, over-ear cans, or still stick with a wired pair of cheap, hollow-sounding earbuds (if your phone offers a 3.5mm jack). But I'm dead serious: I think virtually everyone needs a pair of wireless earbuds. These are so convenient – they got no wires to get tangled, they come in a sleek, compact case that charges and keeps them safe, they're perfect for long overseas flights (or just a casual walk in the park when you don't want to hear the elderly couple behind you fight over utility bills and events from fifty years ago). Image credit – Huawei Enter the brand-new Huawei FreeBuds 6 (unveiled today in Berlin), the official successor to the amazing Huawei FreeBuds 5, which we highly recommended in 2023 in our in-depth review. The FreeBuds 6 are priced at £139.99 (~$185 when directly converted) and are available to order from today from the Huawei Store, but you should definitely check availability on Amazon, too. Image credit – Huawei The pair utilizes a dual-driver unit for strong bass and clear, easy on the ear highs. The dual-driver unit is really impressive in my humble opinion – this means that each earbud has two separate speaker drivers inside it, instead of just one. Each driver is responsible for producing different parts of the sound range. Usually, one driver handles the bass (low frequencies), while the other focuses on mids and highs (vocals and treble).This setup helps deliver clearer, more detailed sound, because each driver can specialize in its own frequency range instead of one driver trying to do everything. As a result, dual-driver earbuds often offer richer audio quality compared to single-driver ones, especially when it comes to balanced sound across lows, mids, and design is sleek, resembling a droplet and it's definitely stylish – but I wouldn't take these on a hardcore sprint or to a rave party, as they might fall out of your ear if you headbang too much. With the FreeBuds 5, Huawei included extra eartips to better fit your ear canal, if the original bud was too tiny. Let's dive deeper! Image credit – Huawei As pointed out above, the FreeBuds 6 are Huawei's first open-fit model to feature a dual-driver system. Unlike most open-fit earbuds, which rely on a single full-range driver to cover all frequencies, the FreeBuds 6 includes a dedicated 11 mm dual-magnetic driver supported by a redesigned internal acoustic structure called Bass Turbo setup is designed to manage low and high frequencies more effectively. The earbuds are said to be capable of producing low-frequency soundwaves down to 14 Hz (rap lovers should be glad about this one), which enhances bass response, and high-frequency soundwaves up to 48 kHz, allowing for more detailed and dynamic audio at the top end of the accommodate this more complex audio system within the compact form factor of an open-fit design, Huawei introduced what it calls a Separated Triple-system Architecture. In this layout, the earbud's acoustic components, control circuitry, and battery system are housed in separate sections, which helps optimize internal space and enables the integration of the dual-driver unit without increasing the overall size or compromising comfort. Nice touch, Huawei!The FreeBuds 6 also introduces significant upgrades in audio transmission quality. It is Huawei's first open-fit earbud to support high-resolution lossless audio streaming at speeds up to 2.3 Mbps. This allows the earbuds to deliver audio at 48 kHz/24-bit using Huawei's L2HC 4.0 codec, which provides a resolution beyond standard CD-quality (44.1 kHz/16-bit).The high transmission rate means that more audio data can be delivered without heavy compression, preserving the finer details of the original recording. These advancements position the FreeBuds 6 as one of Huawei's most technically capable open-fit audio devices, with a focus on sound quality, structural innovation, and high-fidelity me, this is as equally important as the dual-driver setup. See, I love listening to my music with the highest possible quality – and that's why I collect music, not just play it on YouTube or some mp3-streaming online platform. Image credit – Huawei Design is always a matter of personal taste, but to me, these earbuds look exceptionally refined – their sleek, droplet-like shape gives them a premium feel. As long as the sound quality holds up, I'm already interested, but when great audio is paired with such a polished design, Huawei definitely earns some extra credit in my Huawei FreeBuds 6 design is also aimed at balancing functionality with user comfort. The shape is intended to fit a range of ear sizes more naturally, while the outer surface features a metallic finish designed to be visually distinctive. These come in: Each earbud stem has been reduced in size by 12% compared to their predecessor, making the earbuds lighter and more comfortable for extended voice calls, the FreeBuds 6 includes features designed to improve clarity and stability. A newly added bone conduction microphone (VPU) and a separate internal cavity are used to enhance voice pickup accuracy. The earbuds also include noise suppression that reduces ambient sound, including wind noise at speeds up to 8 meters per second and background noise up to 95 decibels. Another super helpful features are compatible with cellular calls, video meetings, and voice calls through third-party apps, so one should get consistent performance across different ~$185 price tag certainly doesn't make them cheap in any way, but I think they're an option to consider – so do yourself a favor and check them out. Premium earbuds – not just by Huawei, but from other brands as well – offer a night-and-day difference from what you're probably used to.
