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| FreeBuds Pro 3 | Sport Open Earbuds | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $213.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $199 (US launch price) |
| Notes | — | New 2026 model (product code SPORTOPN26), not the 2021 Bose Sport Open Earbuds; no Immersive Audio, Cinema Mode or aptX |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦298,000 | ₦278,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Huawei | Bose |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | September 15, 2023 (announced); retail October 18, 2023 | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 3 | Sport Open Earbuds |
| Price | €199 global (~$213 USD) | $199 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 11mm dynamic + micro planar tweeter | — |
| Driver Type | Dual driver: dynamic + planar diaphragm tweeter | Custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Frequency Response | 14Hz - 48kHz | — |
| Sound Features | Triple Adaptive EQ, LDAC/L2HC Hi-Res dual gold certification | Bose OpenAudio Tech |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, ANC 3.0 adaptive multi-mode | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life app | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes, adjustable bass, mid and treble in Bose app |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes, low-latency mode (NearLink on supported Huawei devices) | — |
| Other Features | — | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ; Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Awareness / General | — |
| Touch Controls | Yes, capacitive touch on stem | Textured physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, Awareness mode | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes (Celia, Google Assistant, Siri — device-dependent) | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.4 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | Yes, two devices |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, HUAWEI L2HC 2.0 | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Green, Silver Frost, White | Black, White Smoke, Eucalyptus Green (limited edition) |
| Dimensions | Earbud 29.1 x 21.8 x 23.7mm; Case 46.9 x 65.9 x 24.5mm | Earbud: 20.0 x 25.0 x 27.9 mm; Case: 48.3 x 67.9 x 29.6 mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear with silicone tips, stem design | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds only) | IP54 (sweat, water and dust) |
| Materials | Nano-processed glass case; plastic/silicone earbuds | Polycarbonate and silicone, soft matte finish; translucent textured case lid |
| Weight | Earbud ~5.8g; Case ~45.5g | 5.9 g (single earbud), 47.2 g (case), 59 g (total) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour |
| Device Battery Capacity | 55mAh per earbud; 510mAh case | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes, USB-C fast charging | 10 min = up to 1.8 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 31 hrs with case (ANC off); ~22 hrs (ANC on) | Earbuds: Up to 7 hours; With case: Up to 22 additional hours (29 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-compatible | Yes (wireless charging case) |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, SpeechClarity Tech |
| Mic Count | 4 per earbud (8 total): 3 mics + 1 bone conduction | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Mic array + bone conduction mic, AI call noise reduction | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture / voice wake | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | S/M/L silicone tips | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Charging case |
| Included Items | — | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | 2 Bose Sport Open Earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick start guide | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Warranty Card | Included | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS, HarmonyOS, Windows, macOS | — |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth 5.2+ smartphones/tablets/laptops | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | Huawei's 2023 flagship refresh — ANC 3.0, dual drivers, LDAC/L2HC hi-res codec support in a glass charging case. | The Bose Sport Open Earbuds (2026) are C-arm cuff open-ear earbuds built for workouts, with custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio and textured physical buttons. |