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LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Released | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | — | Available |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION3 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $215.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $199 (US launch price) |
| Notes | — | New 2026 model (product code SPORTOPN26), not the 2021 Bose Sport Open Earbuds; no Immersive Audio, Cinema Mode or aptX |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦301,000 | ₦278,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Huawei | Bose |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | February 26, 2026 (global, ahead of MWC 2026) | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
| Price | €199/£179 (~$215 USD); promo €169/£149 | $199 (US launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11mm + micro-planar tweeter | — |
| Driver Type | Dual driver: ultra-linear dual-magnet + micro-planar diaphragm | Custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Frequency Response | 10Hz - 48kHz | — |
| Sound Features | Intelligent dual-engine ANC, conversation awareness, dynamic EQ | Bose OpenAudio Tech |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, dual-engine ANC (claimed 220% more reduction vs Pro 4); up to 100dB call noise suppression | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | HUAWEI AI Life app | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, dynamic EQ | Yes, adjustable bass, mid and treble in Bose app |
| Other Features | — | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ; Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Awareness / General | — |
| Touch Controls | Yes, touch/swipe/pinch | Textured physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, conversation-awareness mode | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes (Celia, Google Assistant, Siri — device-dependent) | — |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0, dual-device | 5.4 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual-device | Yes, two devices |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC, L2HC 5.0; up to 4.6Mbps via NearLink 2.0 | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Sand, White, Grey, Blue | Black, White Smoke, Eucalyptus Green (limited edition) |
| Dimensions | Earbud 29.1 x 21.8 x 23.7mm; Case ~65.5-66.1 x 46.7-47.0 x 23-24mm | Earbud: 20.0 x 25.0 x 27.9 mm; Case: 48.3 x 67.9 x 29.6 mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear with silicone tips, stem design | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 (earbuds), IP54 (case) | IP54 (sweat, water and dust) |
| Materials | Plastic/metal-accented shell, champagne-finish case | Polycarbonate and silicone, soft matte finish; translucent textured case lid |
| Weight | Earbud ~5.5g; Case 43-46g | 5.9 g (single earbud), 47.2 g (case), 59 g (total) |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour |
| Device Battery Capacity | 60mAh per earbud; 537mAh case | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes, ~1 hr wired charge time | 10 min = up to 1.8 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 38 hrs with case (ANC off, AAC); ~22-25 hrs (ANC on) | Earbuds: Up to 7 hours; With case: Up to 22 additional hours (29 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, ~2 hr wireless charge time | Yes (wireless charging case) |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, SpeechClarity Tech |
| Mic Count | 8 total (3 mics + 1 bone conduction per earbud) | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Mic array + bone conduction mic, AI-enhanced noise cancellation | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Touch gesture / voice wake | — |
BOX CONTENTS7 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | USB-C cable | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 4 silicone sizes | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Charging case |
| Included Items | — | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Main Device | 2x earbuds | 2 Bose Sport Open Earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick start guide | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Warranty Card | Included | — |
COMPATIBILITY2 fields
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS, HarmonyOS 6, Windows, macOS | — |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth 6.0/NearLink-capable devices for full feature set | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | FreeBuds Pro 5 | Sport Open Earbuds |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Huawei's 2026 flagship — first with Bluetooth 6.0 and NearLink 2.0 streaming, plus a dual-engine ANC system claimed to more than double the noise reduction of its predecessor. | The Bose Sport Open Earbuds (2026) are C-arm cuff open-ear earbuds built for workouts, with custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio and textured physical buttons. |