{"id":399990,"date":"2026-04-27T14:03:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T14:03:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/399990\/"},"modified":"2026-04-27T14:03:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T14:03:09","slug":"these-open-earbuds-boast-hi-res-audio-support-40-hour-battery-life-and-ai-translation-for-an-affordable-price","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/399990\/","title":{"rendered":"These open earbuds boast hi-res audio support, 40-hour battery life and AI translation for an affordable price"},"content":{"rendered":"<p id=\"elk-5e13ba7a-fa80-4386-8b48-78fb25b15112\">The world of open earbuds is ever growing, with EarFun Clip 2 launching with a host of advanced features at a competitive price.<\/p>\n<p>Open-style earbuds \u2013 which don&#8217;t feature eartips that burrow into your ear, so you can always aware of your surroundings \u2013 come in a variety of designs. The EarFun Clip 2 follows the design blueprint laid out by <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/headphones\/wireless-earbuds\/huawei-freeclip-2\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/headphones\/wireless-earbuds\/huawei-freeclip-2\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/headphones\/wireless-earbuds\/huawei-freeclip-2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Huawei FreeClip 2<\/a>: a clip-on style with a flexible band connecting the two main parts of each earbud.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"elk-seasonal\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-5e13ba7a-fa80-4386-8b48-78fb25b15112-2\" class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">One of these units houses the 12mm dual-magnetic titanium composite speaker driver; the other sits behind your ear for balance, and houses the controls and other features.<\/p>\n<p>Article continues below <\/p>\n<p>            You may like<\/p>\n<p>EarFun says the Clip 2 is based on extensive real-world testing, with the lightweight buds weighing 5.5g and designed to clip on various ear shapes for a comfortable fit. The design aims to \u201celiminate\u201d fatigue and not apply undue pressure over long listening hours, which should allow \u201cusers to seamlessly integrate them into their daily routines\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The titanium drivers are \u201cexpertly tuned\u201d and, combined with the brand\u2019s BassSurge tech, aim to deliver \u201cdeep, resonant bass and crystal-clear highs across a wide spectrum\u201d.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Bluetooth 6.0 is on board, with the Clip 2 also supporting the hi-res <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/advice\/ldac-what-is-it-how-can-you-get-it\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/advice\/ldac-what-is-it-how-can-you-get-it\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/advice\/ldac-what-is-it-how-can-you-get-it\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">LDAC codec<\/a>. The earbuds\u2019 Spatial Stage technology, Theater mode and low-latency mode aim to offer immersive listening experiences when you are watching movies or gaming.<\/p>\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\">\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/s3Xka8joguzr2CpCjkwgs8.jpg\" alt=\"EarFun Clip 2 open earbuds\"   loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/s3Xka8joguzr2CpCjkwgs8.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/s3Xka8joguzr2CpCjkwgs8.jpg\" class=\"inline\"\/>\n<\/p>\n<p>(Image credit: EarFun)<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-299f052b-5dcc-4b26-bcd6-81f9709bbf9a\">While there is no active noise-cancellation in this open design, there are four mics onboard with an AI-powered environmental noise-cancellation system that ensures voice calls come through clearly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">The latest hi-fi, home cinema and tech news, reviews, buying advice and deals, direct to your inbox.<\/p>\n<p>Battery life is impressive, with 11 hours on a single charge; this extends to 40 hours in total with the USB-C charging case. In comparison, the <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/us\/tag\/huawei\" data-auto-tag-linker=\"true\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/us\/tag\/huawei\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/us\/tag\/huawei\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Huawei<\/a> FreeClip 2 offers nine and 38 hours respectively.<\/p>\n<p>Other useful features include Google Fast Pair, multipoint connection for switching between two connected devices seamlessly, and an IP55 rating that means the buds should withstand a sweaty workout and rainy weather.<\/p>\n<p>These open earbuds also offer a nifty AI-powered translation feature, which promises to translate over 100 languages in real time. You can access these language settings in the accompanying EarFun Audio App, through which you can also adjust the on-bud controls and fine-tune the EQ settings to your liking.<\/p>\n<p>            What to read next<\/p>\n<p>The EarFun Clip 2 are available now in black or white finishes for \u00a370 \/ $80. That\u2019s quite competitive for clip-on open earbuds, with the rival <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/headphones\/wireless-earbuds\/huawei-freeclip-2\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/headphones\/wireless-earbuds\/huawei-freeclip-2\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/headphones\/wireless-earbuds\/huawei-freeclip-2\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Huawei FreeClip 2<\/a> earning four stars for their comfortable and well-balanced sound at \u00a3180.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-e8404f94-a6cf-4508-9140-5d9ae88ad683\">MORE:<\/p>\n<p><a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/advice\/what-are-open-earbuds-how-do-they-work-and-are-they-worth-it\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/advice\/what-are-open-earbuds-how-do-they-work-and-are-they-worth-it\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.whathifi.com\/advice\/what-are-open-earbuds-how-do-they-work-and-are-they-worth-it\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">What are open earbuds? 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