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| AirPods 4 | Liberty Buds 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-09-22 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $129.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $129.99 (US launch price) |
| Models | — | D1206 |
| Notes | — | TÜV Rheinland comfort certified |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦181,000 | ₦182,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Apple | Soundcore |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | In-ear true wireless earbuds (bean-shaped) |
| Launch Date | September 20, 2024 | September 4, 2026 |
| Model Name | AirPods 4 | Liberty Buds 2 |
| Price | $129 | $129.99 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | — | 9.2 mm |
| Driver Type | Custom high-excursion Apple driver with custom high dynamic range amplifier | 9.2 mm, PU + LCP composite diaphragm |
| Sound Features | Personalized Spatial Audio, Adaptive EQ, Voice Isolation, pressure-equalization vent | Chip: Anker Thus AI chip |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | No | Yes, Adaptive ANC 4.0 (6-sensor full-band system) |
| App Support | iOS/iPadOS/macOS Settings + Find My; no standalone app | Soundcore app |
| Customizable EQ | No manual EQ; Adaptive EQ automatic only | Yes, HearID 5.0 + AI Sound Enhancement in soundcore app |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Not officially marketed | — |
| Other Features | — | HearID 5.0, AI Sound Enhancement, Dolby Audio, customizable EQ |
| Sound Modes | None (no ANC/Transparency toggle) | ANC (Deep, Natural, Adaptive), Transparency, Game Mode, Dolby Atmos |
| Touch Controls | Force sensor on stem — press for play/pause/calls, squeeze for camera, hold for Siri | Yes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | No dedicated mode (open-ear; not applicable) | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Support | Siri (hands-free) | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | 6.1 |
| Multipoint | Automatic switching among Apple devices on same Apple ID | Yes |
| Range | — | 10 m |
| Supported Codecs | AAC | LDAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | White | Mother of Pearl, Silver White, Glossy Black |
| Dimensions | Earbud ~30.2 x 18.3 x 18.0mm; Case 46.2 x 50.0 x 21.0mm | — |
| Form Factor | Open-fit (no silicone tip), redesigned stem, semi-open case | In-ear true wireless earbuds (bean-shaped) |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds and case) | IP55 |
| Materials | Plastic housing | PU + LCP diaphragm; soft silicone ear wings |
| Weight | 4.3g per earbud | 4.7 g (each earbud) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | Wireless charging case |
| Device Battery Capacity | — | 60 mAh per earbud; 580 mAh case |
| Fast Charging | 5 min in case ≈ 1 hour listening | 10 min = 4 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 5 hrs per charge; up to 30 hrs total with case | Earbuds: Up to 12 hours (ANC off), up to 7 hours (ANC on); With case: Up to 46 hours (ANC off), up to 27 hours (ANC on) |
| Wireless Charging | Not supported on this variant | Yes, Qi |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, call noise reduction (ENC) |
| Mic Count | 3 per earbud (6 total) | 6 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Dual beamforming mics + inward mic; Voice Isolation for calls | 6 mics + 2 VPUs (8 sensors for calls) with AI large model |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | "Hey Siri" or press-and-hold stem | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | Sold separately | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | None (open-fit design) | XXS, XS, S, M, L ear tips; ear wings sizes 0, 1, 2 |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case (no wireless charging) | — |
| Main Device | AirPods 4 (pair) | — |
| User Manual | Yes | — |
| Warranty Card | Standard 1-year limited warranty (not separately itemized) | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS | Android, iOS |
| Profiles Supported | Standard Bluetooth audio profiles (not itemized by Apple) | — |
| Supported Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro | — |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | Apple's redesigned entry-level earbuds bring the AirPods Pro's open-ear fit and Spatial Audio down to $129, without ANC or wireless charging. | The Soundcore Liberty Buds 2 are bean-shaped in-ear earbuds with a 9.2 mm PU + LCP composite driver, powered by Anker's Thus AI chip with Adaptive ANC 4.0. |