Open-ear earbuds – love them or hate them. There is no doubt that this style of earbuds has added greater diversity to a market sorely lacking it. For many users, in-ear earbuds may not always be the standard cup of tea, yet they have become the dominant product in the wireless audio consumer market. While in-ear earbuds are suited for audiophiles, their design inherently makes them susceptible to sliding and falling off the ears and can be uncomfortable if worn for long periods. To address these downsides and change the face of this market – HUAWEI has introduced its HUAWEI FreeClip – now officially available in South Africa.
Sporting an iconic C-bridge Design, an engineering marvel patented by HUAWEI, the clip-on open-ear earbuds defy design conventions, offering comfort and style.
Built for Fitness
The largest demographic of open-ear earbud users is typically fitness-centric active users who want secure, sweatproof, and comfortable earbuds for workouts. Yet, most of these open-ear earbuds have failed to meet the expectations of these users with some brands of neckband or ear-hook type of earbuds often receiving negative feedback because of the discomfort from the rubber hooks and bands, which catch on hair and clothes while exercising.
Taking all user feedback back to the design board, HUAWEI spent three years mastering the C-bridge Design and its clip-on mechanism to optimise the FreeClip for fitness enthusiasts. In fact, the C-bridge Design is based on extensive global research of over 10,000 human ears. As a result, the FreeClip can adapt to every ear type and provide a secure and comfortable fit, thanks to the C-bridge’s Ni-Ti memory wire core, lightweight build of only 5.6g each and optimised 11-degree tilt angle.
These ergonomic design features allow the earbuds to stay on the ears even as you work up a sweat. You can jump, run, and move about without them slipping off. At the same time, the open-ear design structure brings better breathability to the ears and allows you to stay connected to the outside world — important for those outdoor sports enthusiasts who enjoy running and cycling. These earbuds also carry an IP54-rated water and sweat resistance rating, giving you the confidence to go all out during your workout without fear of damaging your earbuds.
In the Office: Stay Focused and Collaborate Freely
With fewer cubicles and greater collaborative spaces in modern offices, in-ear earbuds can get in the way when working closely with colleagues. The open-ear design of the FreeClip lets you stay focused on your work and aware of your surroundings while enjoying your favourite tunes. This makes it easier for spontaneous interactions with co-workers without appearing unapproachable.
With a total of 36 hours of battery life with the charging case and incredible call quality, you can get through back-to-back meetings without any battery anxiety. Moreover, with the Reverse Sound Waves System and the C-bridge Design, the FreeClip keeps the audio within the immediate periphery of your ears and reduces sound leakage. This protects your privacy when taking calls around others. Furthermore, the intelligent left-right ear recognition adds an all-new level of convenience. That means you don’t have to worry about wearing them correctly and can simply put them on and go.
Fashion Forward: Styled for Every Outfit and Occasion
The HUAWEI FreeClip follows HUAWEI’s new Fashion Forward strategy, transforming its wearable technologies into fashion statements. We’ve already seen the introduction of unique and stylish products like the HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 and HUAWEI Eyewear 2, and now the FreeClip, which all form part of the fashion statement which is you, the user.
Wear your FreeClip anywhere and be confidently stylish, from the office to the gym to a gala event. With its earring-like design and two stylish colourways, the FreeClip can pass off as a fashion accessory that complements any outfit giving you the liberty to move, work and play in comfort and style.
Get your hands on the FreeClip from Vodacom for R189 a month for 24 months or for R129 a month for 36 months. Alternatively, head to the HUAWEI Online Store and purchase yours for R3 999.
