- Huawei launches two new True Wireless Stereo (TWS) Bluetooth earbuds – the flagship FreeBuds Pro 2 and the wallet-friendly FreeBuds SE.
- Co-engineered with Devialet, the FreeBuds Pro 2 features industry-leading audio quality with noise cancellation capabilities while the FreeBuds SE boasts an ergonomic fit for a comfortable listening experience even after long hours.
- The FreeBuds Pro 2 and FreeBuds SE will be available from 1 September 2022 on Shopee and Lazada*, and from 3 September 2022 at Huawei Authorised Stores^. Special launch promotional prices and free gift with purchase will be available for a limited time.
SINGAPORE – 25 August 2022 – Huawei Consumer Business Group (BG) has launched two new True Wireless Stereo (TWS) Bluetooth earbuds – the flagship HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2 and the wallet friendly HUAWEI FreeBuds SE. The HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2, co-engineered with Devialet, one of the top global premium audio brands, promises an elevated listening experience and industry-leading noise cancellation capabilities. Meanwhile, the HUAWEI FreeBuds SE is suitable for anyone looking for a high-quality music experience with up to 24 hours battery life.
HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2: Experience sound in its most authentic, high-fidelity form
Both Huawei and Devialet have come together to combine their common pursuit of sound quality into the FreeBuds Pro 2, which delivers an audio experience that every music lover will be impressed with. With the FreeBuds Pro 2, users can enjoy bright and precise treble and overtones while also having bass that packs a punch. This is due to the ‘Ultra-hearing True Sound Dual Driver’ sound system that gives the FreeBuds Pro 2 a wide range of 14Hz to 48kHz[1] to truly present sound details accurately.
The earbuds leverage the ‘Triple Adaptive EQ’ technology to automatically tune audio according to users’ ear canal structure, posture and volume level to ensure a personalised and high-definition sound experience for everyone, regardless of where and what volume you are playing your music at.
The FreeBuds Pro 2 also supports LDAC™ high-resolution codec[2] and is certified both by HWA and HiRes Audio Wireless, supporting blazing-fast transmission of up to 990 kbps, and transmitting pure highfidelity sound that spares no detail.
Besides top-quality music, the FreeBuds Pro 2 is equipped with ‘Intelligent Dynamic ANC 2.0’ that accurately identifies your ear canal structure, external sound field environment and wearing status, and selects one of the three optimal noise canceling mode in real time.
The exclusive aircraft noise cancellation curve[3] is capable of eliminating roaring aircraft engine noises on flights. Phone calls will also be clear and quiet thanks to the FreeBuds Pro 2’s new Pure Voice call noise cancellation technology and its 4-microphones, it is able to accurately pick up human voices. Its new hidden wind-proof design also effectively reduces wind noises, ensuring excellent call quality even amidst strong winds.
The HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2’s dual connection feature offers seamless connection with two devices for automatic call switching. This feature works with Huawei all-scenario devices including smartphone, tablet, PC and Watch, as well as with Android, iOS and Windows smart systems. The ‘Audio Connection Centre[4]’ also lets users view the last 10 devices connected to the earbuds for easy switching between multiple devices. This can be automatically detected on the Super Device screen of Huawei PCs, tablets, phones, or Vision TVs, and easily connected with a simple drag and drop.
This small but powerful pair of earbuds comes with a long battery life of up to four hours playback time with ANC on and a total of 18 hours with the case.4 With ANC off, users can enjoy six and a half hours of playback and 30 hours with the case[5]. Users who are always on-the-go can benefit from reverse charging[6] on the earbuds case with their phone or tablet. What’s more, they need not fear hot or rainy weather as the earbuds are equipped with IP54 water splash resistance[7].
With the HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2, you are guaranteed a magical audio experience anywhere and everywhere.
HUAWEI FreeBuds SE: All-rounded earbuds for everyone
The HUAWEI FreeBuds SE is an all-rounded, high quality yet affordable earbuds made for everyone. On top of its excellent sound quality, it also features an ergonomic semi in-ear design which allows for long listening periods at maximum comfort. Encased in a compact but powerful charging case, the fully charged earbuds support six hours of continuous music playback, while the fully-charged case supports with up to 24 hours.4 For voice calls, the fully charged earbuds can be used for four hours of call-time. 4 Every set of earbuds comes with three different sizes of feather-light silicone tips for a comfortable, flexible fit.
The HUAWEI FreeBuds SE’s compact body houses custom acoustic components and a 10mm large dynamic driver which gives it a powerful bass, while the wide sound field delivers a wonderful audio quality. A good quality diaphragm effectively enhances the speaker’s sensitivity and therefore, audio details can be better reproduced. HUAWEI’s FreeBuds SE adopts a PEEK+PU+PET titanium dome, which comes with the high compliance of PU and the toughness of PEEK. At the same time, the titanium dome is able to reproduce every single detail in the music with a powerful bass and bright treble.
Users can take their appreciation for pop music to the next level, as vocals are emphasized within a balanced tri-channel audio framework. The bass is powerful, especially for the drumbeats, which is crisp and impactful. Meanwhile, the treble is soft and flexible, highlighting the melodious instruments. The midrange is also vivid, with vocals that are full and transparent.
HUAWEI FreeBuds SE’s semi-in-ear design effectively eliminates noise, bringing about a quiet listening experience. Together with the environmental noise cancellation (ENC) and dual-mic beamforming technology, the user’s voice is distinguished from ambient noise accurately. This way, audio calls are delivered crystal-clear and users need not find quiet places just to take their calls.
With the new generation of Bluetooth 5.2, the HUAWEI FreeBuds SE has lower power consumption, higher connection stability, faster transmission speed, reduced disconnection and lagging. Connection and usage is smooth regardless of whether it is connected to an Android or iOS device.
For ease of pairing with Huawei phones, the HUAWEI FreeBuds SE’s charging case automatically creates a popup pairing prompt when opened for the first time. Once paired, the FreeBuds and case battery levels are shown on-screen. In addition, nearby compatible Bluetooth devices such as smartphones, PCs, and tablets can also be connected instantly.[8]
With its built-in high-sensitivity G sensor and IR sensor, the HUAWEI FreeBuds automatically detects when the earbuds are taken off and pauses music playback. The dedicated G-sensor ensures touch controls are ultra-precise. Simply double-tap to pause and resume playback, or answer and hang up a call.
As an all rounded TWS Bluetooth earbuds with high quality, attractive pricing and smart experiences, the HUAWEI FreeBuds SE is one of the best options for young professionals and fresh graduates looking to kickstart their wireless music journey.
Local Pricing and Availability
The HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2 (Silver Frost, Ceramic White, Silver Blue) and HUAWEI Freebuds SE (White, Blue) will be available online* from 1 September 2022 at Lazada and Shopee, and from 3 September 2022 at Huawei Authorised Stores^.
Special promotional prices are available at S$268 (U.P. S$298) for FreeBuds Pro 2 and from S$48 (U.P. S$88) for FreeBuds SE. Customers will also receive a complimentary protective earbuds case worth up to S$38 (while stocks last).
* The FreeBuds Pro 2 will be available on Shopee and Lazada from 1 September 2022. The FreeBuds SE will be available on Shopee from 1 September 2022 and on Lazada from 15 September 2022.
^The FreeBuds Pro 2 will be available at all Huawei Authorised Store locations, while the FreeBuds SE is only available at 313@Somerset and Westgate.
[1] The frequency range data comes from Huawei Lab. The Bluetooth connection requires LDAC™ HD encoding and decoding, and transmission rate is required to be above 960kbps.
[2] Only available when the connected two devices both support LDAC™
[3] Aircraft noise cancellation curve is only supported on Huawei phones running EMUI 12 or later, with Audio Accessory Manager updated to version 12.0.0.140 and above. After setting the connected smartphone to Airplane mode, the headset will automatically detect cabin noise with Intelligent Dynamic ANC 2.0.
[4] Only available on devices that have been updated to the latest version of the Huawei AI Life App. The iOS version of the Huawei AI Life App temporarily does not support this function.
[5] The battery life and charging data come from Huawei lab tests. During the tests, audio in AAC format was played at 50% volume level and with ANC disabled. The default settings were used for other features. Actual results may vary depending on the volume, audio source, environmental interference, product features, and usage habits.
[6] The reverse charging feature requires devices that support reverse charging.
[7] IP54 dust- and water-resistance is only applicable to the earbuds themselves, not the charging case. This device is splash, dust, and water resistant in normal conditions. It was tested under controlled laboratory conditions and got an approved rating of IP54 under IEC standard 60529. Splash, dust, and water resistance are not permanent, and the performance may deteriorate due to daily wear-and-tear. Avoid charging the device in damp environments. Liquid damage is not covered under warranty.
[8] 8 Automatic popup pairing is only supported on Huawei phones or tablets that run EMUI 10 or above. All other devices only support traditional pairing methods.
