These are the OVC H15 Noise Cancelling Earphones.
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Unboxing
The packaging is huge considering the type of product, but it also contains a decent amount of accessories: 3x Black Earbuds (S/M/L sizes), 3x Transparent Earbuds (S/M/L sizes) one of which is pre-applied, 1x Micro-USB Cable for Charging, 1x Airplane Audio Adapter, 1x Magnetic "thing" (don't know how to use it sincerely), 1x User Manual and 1x Booklet. Everything contained in a soft pouch.
Of course the product itself is included, but i would have appreciated a 3.5mm Splitter for PC usage since it uses one plug for both Earphones/Microphone.
As regards the build quality, i am literally impressed. First of all, the whole cable is Nylon-Braided, and doesn't feel cheap at all.
The other most important thing is that they did not choose to use any glossy surface. I am pretty sure that there are many users who prefer the shiny and smooth surface just to look better, but i prefer matte surfaces for two reasons: 1) don't get scratched so easily 2) can't be a fingerprint magnet.
Starting from the heart of the device, the Noise Cancellation hardware is contained in a small box just after the 3.5mm plug. It is rechargeable, and has a simple Power Button together with two LEDs that indicate Power/Battery Level. Also, the front part, is made of Aluminum.
Going up to the controller, excluding the standard Volume+/Play/Volume- buttons and the Microphone, there is an interesting switch declared as "BASS".
Basically, it is a switch that increases the passthrough of low frequencies to each earphone. Does it work? Sort of. I'll talk more about this in the proper paragraph.
Something i find is worth to point out is the clip, i find it really useful to keep the microphone steady (avoiding it to get muffled). It's been a long while since i have seen a clip on modern earphones, good old times...
Each earphone has a pretty weird shape, but there is a reason for that. This shape follow the inside of the ear, in order to provide the best adherence. Great to avoid interference in windy conditions, but it keeps the ear slightly hotter than usual. Still usable in Summer though, tested with 36c in-room temperature.
Sound Quality
Sound Quality is pretty balanced. All frequencies seem to be handled properly, as long as you keep the Noise Cancellation hardware turned off for some reasons mentioned below.
Thanks to the particular/weird shape of each earphone, it is possible to get a pretty clean hearing experience almost every time, but the Noise Cancellation hardware improves it with no doubts.
It doesn't mean that it is perfect though, because, the BASS switch won't produce any noticeable difference with the NC turned on, and i guess there is a reason for this limit.
In order to isolate all other sounds, it is required to reorganize all frequencies isolating those related to the noise. Probably, this process reduces low frequencies too much and, as a result, they get cut for the most part.
Personally, not being a bass lover, i don't mind at all about this since i prefer clarity rather than ear-blowing bass, but it is still useful to know for those who are the opposite.
What you get is an overall balanced sound experience, with some compromises to consider.
As regards the Microphone, it seems to work as good as on all wired earphones, nothing important to report about it.
Conclusions
Nowadays Earphones/Headphones with Active Noise Cancellation are getting more and more common, especially this year, providing something that was available only on niche products (e.g. Bose products). This is what makes the high-tech market awesome. Day by day, expensive tech get cheaper and cheaper, and then implemented in affordable consumer products.
This is what happened with the OVC H15, it features almost everything that some years ago would have been considered niche-only. But, are all those features mature enough to be implemented this way? Probably yes, even though with some limitations such as the low frequencies cut-down that might be reduced with future revisions.
So, do i recommend this product? Sure, unless you are a bass lover.
P.S.: Battery Life matches the declared ~60 hours of runtime, so there are no reasons to talk about it in a dedicated paragraph.
Pros:
- Useful Bass Switch
- Noise Cancellation
- Design and Build Quality
- No annoying glossy parts
Cons:
- Low Frequencies cut-down with NC turned-on
- Missing XS earbuds size
- Missing 3.5mm Splitter for PC usage
Rating: 8.5
Packaging and Accessories: 8
Design and Materials: 9
Sound Quality: 8.5
Price: 8.5 (Amazon US)
Official Website: http://www.ovcaudio.com/
You can find full-res images (I know, Quality isn't excellent) here: http://imgur.com/a/s7JnY
Based on my research, OVC products are available only on Amazon.
Related
This is a review of Anker BT wireless (A7909) speaker. http://www.ianker.com/product/A7909011 , also available on amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RMYQU06/
It has been awhile since I reviewed a new product from Anker, and I was getting a bit worried thinking they slowed down with their new releases. Just as soon as this thought crossed my mind, I had a new BT speaker from Anker waiting for my review! I don’t have to tell you how saturated smartphone accessories market is with wireless speakers, so I was curious was Anker came up with to stand out from competition "crowd". Let’s take a closer look.
It’s no longer a surprise all Anker products arrive in environmentally safe carton packaging. As a matter of fact, they were the originators of that trend, quickly followed by most other accessory manufacturers. The cover sleeve has a nice clean image of the speaker, and after you slide it out and open the box, you will find A7909 model with included accessories.
Unboxing.
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Accessories include a sturdy USB to micro-usb charging cable, 3.5mm to 3.5mm connector (for direct wired connection of the speaker), and a soft storage bag/pouch. Charging and audio cable is typically something you will find with many other wireless speakers, but not too many others offer a storage bag. Obviously, a pouch not going to protect your speaker from a high drop, but it could cushion it and provide some level of protection. Plus, if you leave fingerprints on the plastic surface of the speaker – a soft material of the pouch could be used to wipe them down.
Accessories.
Out of the box, you will find a relatively compact brick shaped speaker with a dimensions of about 6.4” x 2.6” x 2.6” and weighting aproximately280g. The speaker has a sturdy plastic enclosure with a metal grill on the front covering the drivers and on one side covering the bass port. On the top you have 2 recessed large volume -/+ buttons to decrease/increase the volume level, and the area for NFC pairing. Opposite of the bass port on the other side you will find a multi-function Power/Pair-up/Play-Pause button which also has a blue led backlight to indicate when power is on. The back has charging led indicator, micro-usb charging port, and AUX 3.5mm audio input port. It’s a very simple design with a clear layout of large easy to use controls. The bottom has a non-slip rubbery pad for secure placement on any surface.
Design.
Considering its slightly higher than expected pricing, yeah – Anker spoiled us with premium products at discounted prices, I was curious to explorer its spec and performance to figure out the value of this BT wireless speaker. First of all, it comes with a large 6200 mAh battery (that explains the weight) which can support almost 24 hours of playback at 60% volume setting or 18hr playback at a more realistic 70% volume setting. It sure is impressive for a small compact speaker that isn’t longer than my Note 4.
Inside, it has a dual 5W drivers and a dedicated bass port. Obviously, it could function both wired and wireless. Wireless pair up with a phone was seamless and I tested it to work 60’ away (!!!) from my phone in open space. That’s very impressive for a supported wireless distance. One important thing to keep in mind – it ONLY pairs up with a phone Media, not with a phone to work as a speakerphone. In my own personal experience with at a least a dozen of BT wireless speakers I have tested, I never ever used any of them as a speakerphone. Thus, I found a lack of speakerphone support is not a big deal. The only comment I have here, during pair up speaker produces a loud and a bit annoying beep, which I wish would have been a little quieter.
Pair up and performance with a phone.
Of course, the most important aspect of this review is to find out how it sounds.
Thanks to its 5W speakers, Anker A7909 BT wireless speaker can get very loud and at the max speaker and phone volume level – I sensed NO distortion what so ever. Obviously you have to be realistic that small drivers can produce a loud sound but it’s not a powerful room filling type of sound. The sound is very clean and accurate, not too boomy or too thin, but the further you step away the less bass you hear. Basically, this is not a type of speaker to entertain a big outdoor party or to fill in a big hall with a loud sound, it's intended for a smaller room listening where louder sound will fill in the room and where you will be able to enjoy better low end (bass) response.
Conclusion.
Anker usually doesn't disappoint with their new releases, and this new BT wireless speaker is no exception. It is not necessary the top performer or the best value in "small portable" speaker category, but it definitely offers some unique features to be very competitive. Battery life which can go up to 24hr is a big bonus. 5W dual speaker is loud and clean, and most important you can raise the volume all the way to the max without clipping or distortion. And unlike so many other portable speakers with only Volume control, I like the integrated Play/Pause which is SO important. The whole purpose of wireless speaker is to be away from the phone, and some manufacturers forget about it, making you go back to the phone to pause the song. I'm glad Anker implemented this feature. Backed up by their 18-month warranty, this is definitely a good product. Priced at $69.99, I think it's a bit steep and it would be more realistic to have it priced closer to $50, but if you are looking for all the features offered by this wireless speaker - it worth the price.
This is the Tronsmart Encore S4 Headset.
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Unboxing
The packaging feels pretty premium from the outside, but the inside might not look that great. When it comes to accessories, Tronsmart is a bit strict, with only some Earbuds (L/S size, M pre-installed), a little plastic thing (unknown usage), an User Manual, a Micro-USB Cable and the Headset (of course). A pair of sport supports for the earbuds might have been appreciated.
As regards the Chassis, it is made of Plastic, with some glossy parts (slightly fingerprint magnet) and overall solid build quality. For daily usage it is perfectly fine.
On the upper side there is the neckband made of soft-plastic (similar to TPU) that makes its usage comfortable and without major issues when it comes to hot temperatures.
On the left end (where the Tronsmart logo is located) there isn't anything at all, i guess this is where the battery is located.
On the right side instead is where all the magic happens, with the ANC ON/OFF switch, Power/Volume buttons, Microphone and Power/Activity LED.
The ANC switch unfortunately features a serious design flaw, at least in my opinion. You can turn ON/OFF the ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) even if the Headset is turned off. It is useful when you only want to isolate yourself without listing to any music, but it is also slightly annoying because you need to turn on/off two things separately.
Sound Quality
Well...the sound quality is decent, nothing superb, neither terrible. The equalizer seems to be set in order to increase low frequencies too much, so in order to get more clarity i had to tune it via software (depending on your smartphone, i use AudioFX on LineageOS 14.1).
The volume is extremely high though, probably the most loud BT earphones i have ever tried.
As regards the most important feature, ANC or Active Noise Cancellation, it works pretty well actually. Of course you can't expect superb isolation because we are dealing with earphones not headphones, but you can definitely feel the difference with and without this feature. Again though, as already said before, there is a design flaw.
The Microphone is decent too, luckily there are no equalizer issues with it but, due to its slighly weird position, your voice might sound a bit muffled. Just be sure to keep the Microphone open and not completely attached to the neck.
Something the goes between sound quality and controls is the built-in Vibration motor, that alerts in case of incoming calls. Pretty useful considering that with the ANC turned on it might be difficult to hear the Ringtone. (if not router to the BT headset of course)
Controls and Connectivity
Controls are just the same as on all Bluetooth Earphones you can find, with the exception of the ANC on/off switch that is indipendent. Power/Volume keys seems to be well-sealed so that you can use the product also in extreme conditions, and the LED located just under the Microphone is pretty bright and noticeable.
The Bluetooth Connection is stable, nothing to complain about. I don't know if my device is cheating me or not, but Bluetooth LE doesn't seem to be supported.
Conclusions
This is the first time ever i get an ANC Headset, and i must say that this feature is impressive especially considering that it was something "exclusive" to Bose Headphones. OK, it isn't as good as on high-end products, but for the price and the overall quality, it is perfectly fine and still better than not having it.
The product is good actually, not perfect due to the design flaw, but still perfectly usable in daily life and for almost all kinds of usage. If with the next model Tronsmart manages to tune the equalizer better and implement the ANC switch properly, then i can declare it a best-buy with no doubts.
Battery Life is great, almost 6 days of usage, 3 hours x day, listening to music at medium volume.
Pros:
- Battery Life
- ANC - Active Noise Cancellation
- Build Quality
Cons:
- Design Flaw for the ANC switch
- Badly set default equalizer
- Glossy Plastic Parts (PERSONAL)
Rating: 8.1
Packaging and Accessories: 7
Design and Materials: 8.5
Sound Quality: 8
Price: 9 (based on Amazon price)
Official Product page: http://www.tronsmart.com/products/tronsmart-encore-s4-active-noise-cancelling-bluetooth-headphones
You can find full-res images (I know, Quality isn't excellent) here: http://imgur.com/a/BWnBE
This is the Tronsmart Encore S6.
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Unboxing
Similar to the Encore S4's packaging, also the S6 comes in a pretty premium box with some accessories: 1x Micro-USB Cable (for charging), 1x 3.5mm Audio Cable (for wired connection), 1x User Manual and the Headphones (of course).
Everything is made of plastic with no glossy parts, something that i appreciate everytime, and there is enough amount of flex in the whole body to wear them in a more comfortable way.
As regards the Weight, even though 278g might seem a bit too much, the cushion helps a lot in distributing it without any headache.
Being foldable they get pretty compact when folded, but i would have appreciated to get a small case in the package where to store them.
It is possible to move each headphone hall vertically to get a more proper contact with the ear, it isn't possible to adjust the position horizontally.
Each side has a decent amount of extra centimeters that can be gained by stretching, without brutal force, the band on the lower side. The cable that goes through the band gets visible this way, positive for easy repair but slightly negative for design lovers.
On the upper side, where the headband is located, there is a soft cushion that does give a feeling of a premium product. I am noy saying that this isn't a premium product, since it isn't that cheap, but still it is something usually available only on high-end ones.
On the left there is the magical Noise Suppression (or Noise Cancellation/ANC) controller. I like the idea of having this big rubbery surface for controls (even though it gets a bit dirty) since it improved the lifetime of keys and of the internal board.
Unfortunately though the same design flaw i found on the Encore S4 is also here, where the NC switch is indipendent from the main controller. What does it mean? It means that it needs to be turned off separately.
On the right side instead there is the main controller (where probably also the battery is located), with the same rubbery surface protecting all controls, and, as you would expect, all basical keys necessary to interact with your Bluetooth Source: Volume Up/Down, Music Next/Previous and Play/Pause|Answer/Power buttons.
On the lower side where the main controller is located there is a Micro-USB connector required to charge the internal battery, a Microphone (since this can be used also for Calls without any issue) and the 3.5mm Headphone Jack, something becoming rare nowadays (iPhone users, you know what i am talking about...).
Sound Quality
Unlike what happened with the Encore S4 where the default equalizer was, in my opinion, messed up pushing low frequencies to the max and muffling a bit the others, here it is completely the opposite.
The amount of low frequencies (aka BASS) is a bit too much limited, reducing the sound's "punchiness", even though, not being a Bass lover, i prefer this, especially because it is easy to find a "Bass Boost" feature on any smartphone/tablet, while a "Treble Boost" is almost everytime inexistent.
As regards the Volume, it is pretty high, enough high to stay safe even at maximum volume without damaging your ears. Here you can see the proof, not a professional test, but at least it is better than nothing.
The Noise Cancellation feature works almost perfectly, reducing ambient sounds a lot, without any impact on sound quality. Of course it is not equal to what you can get with Bose Headphones, but it gets pretty close.
Calls and Connectivity
Featuring Bluetooth V4.1, it may not be considering as a super up-to-date product, and well this is true, because this has been released many months ago, but reached my country's store only in September 2017 (european import crap).
Excluding the version, it is perfectly enough for high-quality BT streaming. Also, it comes with APT-X support. For those who want to know more about apt-X bitrate, here is a Chinese table found online.
As already mentioned before, Calls are perfectly supported, and the quality is decent, with a sufficiently clear microphone and voice. Being a device not made primarily for calls, i don't expect more.
Battery Life and Conclusions
Battery Life matches what Tronsmart declared on the Amazon description, that is ~13 hours (BT+ANC) and ~20 hours (BT only). Personally i reach more or less 12 hours at medium volume with ANC on, so it is pretty close to the declared value considering that they do not specify the volume.
After the Encore S4, this bigger brother is definitely a step forward with better sound quality and the possibility of wired connection, something that, in my opinion, is a must even for BT earphones, in case of low battery or a connection with a device that doesn't support BT.
I am not an audiophile so do not expect the most precise feedback, but in the last few months i have been testing many audio devices so i am getting more and more experienced. I can say that these headphones are the best ones i have ever tested, and i can definitely recommend them.
Pros:
- Dual Connection (BT and Wired)
- ANC - Active Noise Cancellation
- Build Quality
- APT-X Support
Cons:
- Design Flaw for the ANC switch
- Limited Low Frequencies
Rating: 8.6
Packaging and Accessories: 7.5
Design and Materials: 9.5
Sound Quality: 9
Price: 8.5 (based on Amazon price)
Official Product page: http://www.tronsmart.com/products/tronsmart-encore-s6-active-noise-cancelling-headphones
You can find full-res images (I know, Quality isn't excellent) here: https://imgur.com/a/XnLLI
These are the TaoTronics TT-EP002 Noise Cancelling Earphones.
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Unboxing
Coming in one of the smallest packages i have ever seen for this kind of products, there are no major accessories included in the box: 4x Earbuds (6 in total including the pre-installed ones, S/M/L sizes), 2x Ear Hooks (4 in total), 1x Airline Adapter, 1x Soft Pouch, 1x Micro-USB Cable, 1x User Manual and the Earphones (of course). Unfortunately there is no 3.5mm splitter (4 connectors plug to a pair of 3 connectors plug) included for PC usage.
As regards the build quality, it is OK but, to be honest, not the best i have ever found for some earphones. The metal chassis used to contain the active noise cancelling module is nice, but the cable isn't nylon-braided.
Each earphone is well-made though, with no glossy parts. There is a small metal cover for the back, and the size is also adequate for the usage.
Starting from the Active Noise Cancelling module, as already said before, it is contained in a metal chassis, but what i appreciate most is the manual switch (not a button) to turn-off the module and a pretty useful button used to enable a so-called "Awareness" mode. I will talk about it later in the proper paragraph.
The controller instead is pretty simple, with three classical buttons to adjust the volume and answer calls, and a microphone on the back of it.
Both earphones have a nice rubber-pad to increase the adherence with the skin, and it is pretty soft. I can barely feel it during usage. The design is pretty good too, with a sort-of modular way to replace each pad.
Just to conclude the unboxing, here is the weight of the whole package. 25g, pretty lightweight considering the metal ANC chassis.
Sound Quality
When it comes to audio quality, compared to other audio products i have reviewed in the past, this one comes first, even surpassing my daily-driver Xiaomi Piston 3.
All frequencies are covered properly, with a nice and clear sound without pumping low frequencies too much with no sense at all.
The volume is super-high, and sincerely, i even hurt my ears by mistake by keeping the volume to the maximum. I guess there is really low resistance in the cable that allows the best power transmission, and i am not using a dedicated DAC/Amplifier so...i can't imagine how high it could be in that case.
Something that isn't super-effective though is the active noise cancelling module, at least compared to others i have reviewed. It works, by removing some of the noises from the outside, but not too much as i would have expected.
The "awareness" button (M on the module) works perfect though, it seems to boost part of the frequencies that would be cut by the noise cancelling process, and also lowers the volume a bit.
An overall excellent sound experience that only lacks a more efficient noise cancelling module. Definitely impressed.
Conclusions
I think i will never stop to test new audio products coming with noise cancelling features, this kind of products is getting better and better so fast that may be the become standard for the future.
This particular model from TaoTronics is a solid performer, not perfect though, but considering the price target, it's acceptable to find something that could have been better. One thing that i do not accept though is the standard cable, a nylon-braided cable wouldn't have increased the cost so much.
Is this a product that i can recommend? Well, for those that practise sports, probably no since it is easy to ruin the cable, but for everyone else, definitely yes.
Pros:
- Excellent Build Quality for the ANC module
- Impressive Audio Quality
- Lightweight
Cons:
- No Nylon-Braided cable
- Missing 3.5mm Splitter for PC usage
Rating: 9
Packaging and Accessories: 8
Design and Materials: 9
Sound Quality: 10
Price: 9 (Amazon)
Official Website: https://www.taotronics.com/TT-EP002-active-noise-cancellation-headphones.html
You can find full-res images (I know, Quality isn't excellent) here: https://imgur.com/a/Ersbn
You can buy it on many online shops. Official, and authorized, Retailers are listed in the TaoTronics website.
Thanks for Sharing, have you compared it with Audio-Technica ATH-ANC33iS or ATH-ANC23, Cheers @Alberto96
px1396 said:
Thanks for Sharing, have you compared it with Audio-Technica ATH-ANC33iS or ATH-ANC23, Cheers @Alberto96
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Don't have those unfortunately
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Don't have those unfortunately
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How about ANC function compare with Bose QC20, how much percentage of it? 60%? I guess you may have bose
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px1396 said:
How about ANC function compare with Bose QC20, how much percentage of it? 60%? I guess you may have bose
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Comparison without playing music, just with ANC activated:
It's absolutely not comparable to Bose stuff. QC20 isolate you totally, from all frequencies, high middle and low. With QC20, you don't hear keystroke, people speaking, walking, ...
TT-EP002 only decrease voice frequencies, so you not hear people speaking as clearly than without, but you can understand what they are talking about. It makes , by comparison, the high frequencies (keystroke, ...) more "present", because only the middle/low (voices) are lowered.
But it's 10x cheaper than QC20, so not at all the same category
I think it gives you a way to get a bit of tranquility, where classical earphones don't help you, and a contrario of QC20 don't have the "void feeling" which can also be disturbing when wearing the earphones for a long time. So I think these 2 producst are complementary
The SoundPEATS TrueFree2 come with an elegant "ears fines" design that ensures stability and competitive quality and pricing.
The following is a detailed review. TL;DR is at the bottom, enjoy reading!
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Package:
User manual.
2x Earbuds.
Charging box.
Charging cable (USB).
2x Pairs of tips (medium/large).
3x Pairs of ears fines- edge cushions (small/medium/large)
1x Safety cushions (Earbuds pod).
Features:
Bluetooth 5.0.
Waterproof - IPX7
20h of playback time.
Responsive, simple controls interface.
Charging pod (Add up to 2x times of playback time).
Experience
The unique shape of these earbuds have caught my attention since a while and the current price (30 Euros with 6 Euros discount, around 24 Euros on the DE Market) made it a great deal for me. Considering that I already own different shaped earbuds, this was a new experience for me that I didn't expect.
Due to an ease in the lockdown restrictions, it has been easier for me to test these earbuds. The design of the ear fines make it amazingly comfortable to run, and it doesn't hurt or cause any irritation after x hours of usage. Of course, you need to expect some sweat while running, but it doesn't cause any slipping to the earbuds.
Package
The package is similar to previous models and comes with a charging cable, 3 different sized ear fines, two different sized tips, along with a protective cushion for the charging box. The charging box itself has a wide design and protects the earbuds well inside.
Design
The design itself is straightforward. The ear fines have a clear outline and are soft to touch. The controls' area is easily touchable on the surface without any needed force. The earbuds sit comfortably without any issues. The firm grip of these earbuds is ensured, thanks to the different-sized ear fines.
It's notable to indicate that you need to choose the perfect ear fines size, otherwise, it will be slipping if the ear fines are smaller than the ear-resting area.
Quality
SoundPEATS has worked well on providing great quality into this model. The "pressure" and quality of sound are noticeable in various songs. It doesn't get affected while running/doing sports. Also, setting the volume low wouldn't cause any drop in quality or loss of immersion. It's crucial to not set a high volume, in order to avoid any damage for your ears. SoundPEATS considered this aspect while creating this model. Based on my personal experience, I was able to hear the outside interactions easily, but it didn't bother my music session. I was able to make the volume higher without having any uncomfortable feeling in my ears.
Testing these earbuds with bass-boosted music is a MUST to have a great experience in your session.
Performance, Usage
I was able to test these earbuds for two cycles. The first one lasted 22 hours of playback time (Spotify, normal volume, no changing of controls). The second cycle lasted around 21 hours. In this cycle, I was requesting a lot of controls changes to test the battery. It worked out well, considering that I changed the music at least 100 times in 3 hours.
In addition, the battery isn't affected much by the connection. The earbuds come with Bluetooth 5 chipset, which is known for an improved battery life.
The controls are simple:
Volume: Double click of the right earbud to increase, left earbud to decrease.
Next/Previous: Long click (1,5s) on the right earbud to next, left earbud to previous.
Pause/Resume: Normal click on the earbud.
Voice assistant: 3 clicks on the earbud to activate it.
These controls are easier to follow and remember. Most importantly is that you can also accept/end a call by clicking on the earbud.
Misc
The earbuds are priced for 29.99 Euro on Amazon (DE - 10.04.2021), with a 6 euros voucher, making the price as low as 23.99 Euro. It also comes with IPX7 rating, so you don't need to worry much about getting wet.
Daily usage
I have used these earbuds for the last two weeks. My usage has been mainly Spotify and also indoors due to fears of COVID-19. When I was outside, I would set the volume low to enjoy the music and also the outside interactions. The quality of music was perfectly balanced, and it didn't bother my ear.
Based on the quality and battery life, I found the earbuds to be suitable for me and can encourage you to buy them too. The price is also on point, despite having many competitive earbuds, SoundPEATS is easily better by a margin.
Notes:
Remove the charging safety tapes from the earbuds. It's transparent.
TL;DR:
Unique, outstanding design.
Firm grip, comfortable for long sessions.
Long playback times.
Easy controls.
Great Audio quality.
Extremely budget price (Voucher!)
I hope you enjoyed reading. I'll see you in my next review!