Huawei’s new Free Clips earbuds take a different approach from the usual in-ear designs. With an open-ear fit and a clip-on style, they’re built for people who want to stay aware of their surroundings while listening. Here’s a quick look at what they offer and what they don’t.
Design and Fit
Huawei Free Clips feature an open-ear design that clips around the ear instead of sitting inside it. The earbuds use a flexible C-shaped band made from shape-memory alloy to hold them in place. Each earbud weighs just 5.6 grams, making them lightweight for extended wear. The design is based on ear shape data from thousands of users, aiming to offer a comfortable fit for most people.
Audio Quality
Inside each earbud is a 10.8mm dual-magnet driver. These drivers are tuned to deliver clear mids and moderate bass. Since the earbuds don’t seal the ear canal, they allow ambient sound to mix with your audio. This setup is useful for staying aware of your surroundings, though it limits noise isolation and deep bass response.
Call and Gesture Features
The Free Clips include multiple microphones and AI-based noise reduction to improve call clarity. Users can control calls and playback using touch gestures across the earbuds. Additionally, head movement controls are supported—nodding to accept a call or shaking to reject one.
Battery Life
Huawei claims up to 8 hours of playback on a single charge. With the charging case, total battery life extends to around 36 hours. A quick 20-minute charge provides up to 3 hours of listening time, which is useful for short commutes or workouts.
Pricing and Availability
The Huawei Free Clips are priced at Rs 14,999 in India. They are aimed at users who prefer open-ear audio and want a lightweight, non-intrusive fit. While they don’t offer active noise cancellation or deep bass, they focus on comfort, awareness, and basic smart features.
