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LAUNCH DATE3 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | Announcement date not recorded | Announcement date not recorded |
| Released | Release date not recorded | 2026-09-22 |
| Status | Release status not recorded | Available |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION5 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price | — | CNY 699 — China; CNY 799 (Wireless charging version) — China |
| Launch Price (USD) | $99.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | — |
| Models | — | Standard; Wireless charging version |
| Models and regions | — | China (first-sale promo prices CNY 599 standard / CNY 699 wireless charging version) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦139,000 (Stored estimate) | Nigeria price not recorded. Worldwide quote: CNY 699 |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nothing | vivo |
| Category | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | July 31, 2021 | September 21, 2026 |
| Model Name | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
| Price | $99 USD | CNY 699 (China launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS5 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11.6 mm dynamic driver | 12 mm |
| Driver Type | Dynamic, graphene diaphragm | 12 mm dual-magnet dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | — | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Sound Features | — | Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified; Spatial audio: 3D spatial audio for stereo and multichannel content |
| Sound Tuning | Co-developed with Teenage Engineering | — |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE12 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, hybrid ANC (Light and Maximum modes) | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | Yes, Nothing ear (1) / Nothing X app (iOS and Android) | vivo TWS app / vivo Earphones app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, 4 presets (Balanced, More Treble, More Bass, Voice) | Yes, 10-band EQ |
| Find My Earbuds | Yes | — |
| Firmware Updates | Over-the-air via Nothing X | — |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes | — |
| Other Features | — | Anti-leakage directional audio mode, adaptive volume, 10-band EQ, real-time translation and AI transit notifications (vivo/iQOO phones only) |
| Sound Modes | ANC Maximum, ANC Light, Transparency, Off | Balanced, Vocal Enhancement, Anti-leakage, Spatial Audio |
| Touch Controls | — | Touch, tap and gesture controls |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes, Siri / Google Assistant via triple tap (added by firmware update) | — |
| Wear Detection | Yes, auto pause/play | — |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION7 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Multipoint | — | Yes, up to three devices |
| NFC Pairing | No | — |
| Range | — | 10 m |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3 |
| Wired Mode | No | — |
BUILD AND DESIGN8 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | White, Black | Black, White, Purple (white and purple with pearlescent finish) |
| Control Method | Pinch/touch stem controls | — |
| Design Language | Transparent housing and stem, exposed internal components | — |
| Dimensions | Earbud 28.9 x 21.5 x 23.5 mm; case 58.6 x 58.6 x 23.7 mm | Earbud: 26.2 x 25.7 x 20.0 mm; Case: 58.5 x 47.6 x 25.4 mm |
| Form Factor | — | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IPX4 (earbuds) | IP55 (earbuds) |
| Materials | — | Memory titanium alloy bridge; symmetrical design (no L/R) |
| Weight | 4.7 g per earbud; 57.4 g case | 5.2 g (each earbud) |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | Wired; Qi wireless charging on the wireless charging version only |
| Device Battery Capacity | — | Earbuds: 60 mAh each (typical); Case: 570 mAh (typical) |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes charge for approx. 1 hour playback | 10 min = 3 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 5.7 hours (ANC off), 4 hours (ANC on); 34 hours with case (ANC off), 24 hours (ANC on) | Earbuds: Up to 10 hours; With case: Up to 42 hours |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-compatible | Wireless charging version: Yes (also phone reverse wireless charging); standard version: No |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES3 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | — | Yes, dual mics + VPU bone-conduction mic with AI call noise reduction |
| Mic Count | 3 per earbud | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Yes, Clear Voice Technology (ENC) | 2 microphones plus bone-conduction sensor |
BOX CONTENTS3 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Silicone tips in 3 sizes (S/M/L) | — |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Wireless charging case | — |
| Included Items | Earbuds, charging case, USB-C to USB-C cable, 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (S/M/L), quick start guide | — |
COMPATIBILITY2 fields
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android Compatibility: Android 6.0 and above; iOS Compatibility: iOS 10 and above | Android 12 and above, OriginOS 4/5/6/7 |
| Supported Devices | — | China-market model; no international launch announced |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | Ear (1) | Buds Clip |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Nothing's debut product introduced the brand's transparent design language and brought ANC true wireless earbuds to a sub-$100 price point. | The vivo Buds Clip are vivo's first clip-on open-ear earbuds, with 12 mm dual-magnet drivers, Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification and LDAC support. |