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| Ear (open) | Liberty Buds 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-09-22 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $149.00 (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 | ₦209,000 | ₦182,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Nothing | Soundcore |
| Category | Open-Ear Clip-On Earbuds | In-ear true wireless earbuds (bean-shaped) |
| Launch Date | October 1, 2024 | September 4, 2026 |
| Model Name | Ear (open) | Liberty Buds 2 |
| Price | $149 USD | $129.99 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Directional Sound Technology | Yes, Directional Sound Dispersion Technology to reduce sound leakage | — |
| Driver Size | 14.2 mm dynamic driver | 9.2 mm |
| Driver Type | Dynamic, titanium-coated PET diaphragm | 9.2 mm, PU + LCP composite diaphragm |
| Sound Features | — | 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 | Yes, Nothing X app | Soundcore app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, custom EQ; Bass Enhance | Yes, HearID 5.0 + AI Sound Enhancement in soundcore app |
| Find My Earbuds | Yes | — |
| Other Features | — | HearID 5.0, AI Sound Enhancement, Dolby Audio, customizable EQ |
| Secure Fit Hook | Adjustable ear hook for stable all-day wear | — |
| Sound Modes | — | ANC (Deep, Natural, Adaptive), Transparency, Game Mode, Dolby Atmos |
| Touch Controls | — | Yes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | No (open-ear design keeps ambient sound audible) | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes; ChatGPT integration with Nothing phones | — |
| Wear Detection | Yes | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | RFCOMM, SPP, HFP, A2DP, AVDTP, AVCTP, AVRCP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | 6.1 |
| Multipoint | — | Yes |
| NFC Pairing | No | — |
| Range | — | 10 m |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC | LDAC |
| Wired Mode | No | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | White (Blue added later) | Mother of Pearl, Silver White, Glossy Black |
| Control Method | Physical button on stem | — |
| Design Language | Ear-hook clip-on design with transparent stem, sits outside the ear canal | — |
| Dimensions | Earbud 51.3 x 41.4 x 14.4 mm; case 125.9 x 44.0 x 19 mm | — |
| Form Factor | — | In-ear true wireless earbuds (bean-shaped) |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds and case) | IP55 |
| Materials | — | PU + LCP diaphragm; soft silicone ear wings |
| Weight | 8.1 g per earbud; 63.8 g case | 4.7 g (each earbud) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | Wireless charging case |
| Device Battery Capacity | 64 mAh per earbud; 635 mAh case | 60 mAh per earbud; 580 mAh case |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 10 min gives 2 hours | 10 min = 4 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 8 hours; 30 hours 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 | No | Yes, Qi |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | — | Yes, call noise reduction (ENC) |
| Mic Count | 2 per earbud | 6 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Yes, ENC | 6 mics + 2 VPUs (8 sensors for calls) with AI large model |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | None (open-ear) | XXS, XS, S, M, L ear tips; ear wings sizes 0, 1, 2 |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | — |
| Included Items | Earbuds, charging case, USB-C to USB-C cable, quick start guide | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | Android Compatibility: Android 6.0 and above; iOS Compatibility: iOS 10 and above | Android, iOS |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | Nothing's first open-ear clip-on earbuds, designed for sports and all-day awareness with sound-leakage-reducing Directional Sound Dispersion Technology instead of ANC. | 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. |