HUAWEI has officially launched its first open-ear earbuds, the HUAWEI FreeArc, alongside the HUAWEI Mate XT ULTIMATE DESIGN tri-fold smartphone, expanding its premium product lineup for global markets.
The HUAWEI FreeArc earbuds feature a C-bridge ergonomic design, based on studies of over 10,000 ear shapes, ensuring a pressure-free and secure fit. The 0.7 mm Ni-Ti alloy frame is lightweight, flexible, and durable, adapting to different ear structures effortlessly. Designed for active users, the 140° triangle support and gravity balance system keep the earbuds securely in place during workouts or daily activities.
The earbuds are 81.5% covered in soft, skin-friendly liquid silicone, certified by the SGS Smart Green Medal for enhanced comfort during prolonged use. As HUAWEI’s first IP57-rated earbuds, they are resistant to water, sweat, and dust, making them ideal for workouts and outdoor use.
Equipped with 17 × 12 mm drivers, the FreeArc earbuds deliver deep bass, clear vocals, and crisp highs. The reverse sound wave system ensures private listening, preventing audio leakage. For crystal-clear calls, a dual-mic setup with triple noise cancellation reduces background noise, even in noisy outdoor environments.
The HUAWEI FreeArc earbuds support Bluetooth v5.2, providing a stable connection up to 400 meters outdoors or 100 square meters indoors. With up to 28 hours of battery life (7 hours per charge), the earbuds offer fast charging, providing 3 extra hours of playback with just a 10-minute charge.
Users can control audio and calls with intuitive touch gestures:
- Swipe – Adjust volume
- Double-tap – Play/pause music or answer/end calls
- Triple-tap – Skip tracks
- Press and hold – Reject calls
The FreeArc earbuds support dual-device connections and audio sharing. Users can customize their settings via the AI Life app for Android or HUAWEI Audio Connect for iOS. Some features, such as the instant pairing pop-up, require HUAWEI devices running EMUI 10.0+.
Quick specifications: HUAWEI FreeArc
- Design: Open-ear; C-bridge ergonomic design
- Driver: Highly-sensitive driver unit: 17 mm × 12 mm per earbud
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2
- Sensors: Hall sensor / CAP sensor
- Battery: Earbuds (55mAh each); 510mAh Case
- Charging: USB-C (5V2A)
- Charging Duration: Earbuds (via case): ~40 minutes; Charging case (via cable): ~60 minutes
- Battery Life: Music Playback: 7 hours (single charge), 28 hours (with case); Voice Calling: 5 hours (single charge), 20 hours (with case)
- Audio Technology: Call Noise Cancellation; Multi-EQ Sound Effects (including custom sound effect)
- Controls: Swipe: Adjust volume; Double-tap: Play/Pause or Answer/End calls; Triple-tap: Skip to the next track; Press & hold: Reject calls
- Audio Formats: SBC and AAC
- Weight: Each Earbud: Approx. 8.9g; Charging Case: Approx. 67g
- Indicators: Tri-color indicator × 1 (Charging Case)
- IP Rating: Earbuds: IP57 (Water and dust-resistant)
- App: AI Life or HUAWEI Audio Connect for iOS
Pricing and Availability
The HUAWEI FreeArc earbuds are available in Green, Black, and Grey at a price of 119.99 Euros / GBP 99.99 (USD 125 / Rs. 10,914 approx.). They are now available for purchase in global markets.