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| FreeArc | Buds Clip | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-09-22 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price | — | CNY 699 — China; CNY 799 (Wireless charging version) — China |
| Launch Price (USD) | $125.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | — |
| Models | — | Standard; Wireless charging version |
| Models and regions | — | China (first-sale promo prices CNY 599 standard / CNY 699 wireless charging version) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦175,000 | ₦146,100 – ₦167,000 (estimate, converted from China launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Huawei | vivo |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | February 18, 2025 (global) | September 21, 2026 |
| Model Name | HUAWEI FreeArc | Buds Clip |
| Price | €119.99 / £99.99 (~$125 USD) | CNY 699 (China launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 17 x 12mm | 12 mm |
| Driver Type | Single dynamic driver, titanium-plated diaphragm | 12 mm dual-magnet dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | — | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Sound Features | Sound-leak reduction design, dynamic bass tuning | Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified; Spatial audio: 3D spatial audio for stereo and multichannel content |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Not applicable (open-ear design) | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life app | vivo TWS app / vivo Earphones app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes, 10-band EQ |
| Other Features | — | Anti-leakage directional audio mode, adaptive volume, 10-band EQ, real-time translation and AI transit notifications (vivo/iQOO phones only) |
| Sound Modes | Dynamic bass and adaptive equal-loudness algorithms | Balanced, Vocal Enhancement, Anti-leakage, Spatial Audio |
| Touch Controls | Yes, touch/tap gestures | Touch, tap and gesture controls |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Always-on ambient awareness by design | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes (Celia, Google Assistant, Siri — device-dependent) | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | Yes, up to three devices |
| Range | — | 10 m |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Grass Green, White, Black/Grey | Black, White, Purple (white and purple with pearlescent finish) |
| Dimensions | Earbud 45.4 x 18.35 x 47.5 mm; case 67.8 x 67.8 x 26.5 mm | Earbud: 26.2 x 25.7 x 20.0 mm; Case: 58.5 x 47.6 x 25.4 mm |
| Form Factor | Open-ear hook-style, flexible memory-metal connector | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 | IP55 (earbuds) |
| Materials | Ni-Ti shape memory alloy frame, liquid silicone coating | Memory titanium alloy bridge; symmetrical design (no L/R) |
| Weight | Earbud ~8.9g; Case ~67g | 5.2 g (each earbud) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | Wired; Qi wireless charging on the wireless charging version only |
| Device Battery Capacity | 55mAh per earbud; 510mAh case | Earbuds: 60 mAh each (typical); Case: 570 mAh (typical) |
| Fast Charging | Yes, ~3 hrs playback from 10-min charge | 10 min = 3 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 7 hrs/28 hrs (music); 5 hrs/20 hrs (calls) | Earbuds: Up to 10 hours; With case: Up to 42 hours |
| Wireless Charging | No | Wireless charging version: Yes (also phone reverse wireless charging); standard version: No |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, dual mics + VPU bone-conduction mic with AI call noise reduction |
| Mic Count | Dual mic per earbud | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Dual-mic wind noise reduction (up to 4m/s wind) | 2 microphones plus bone-conduction sensor |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture / voice wake | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Not applicable (open-ear hook) | — |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case; memory-alloy hook rated 20,000+ bends | — |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | — |
| User Manual | Quick start guide | — |
| Warranty Card | Included | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS, HarmonyOS | Android 12 and above, OriginOS 4/5/6/7 |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth-enabled smartphones/tablets | China-market model; no international launch announced |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | A Powerbeats Pro-style sports earbud with a shape-memory alloy hook rated 20,000+ bends and IP57 rating, aimed at runners and gym users. | The vivo Buds Clip are vivo's first clip-on open-ear earbuds, with 12 mm dual-magnet drivers, Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification and LDAC support. |