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LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Released | — | 2026-09-22 |
| Status | — | Available |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION3 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $149.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $169.99 (US launch price) |
| Models | — | D1105 |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦209,000 | ₦238,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nothing | Soundcore |
| Category | True Wireless In-Ear Earbuds | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | April 22, 2024 | September 4, 2026 |
| Model Name | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
| Price | $149 USD | $169.99 (US launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11 mm dynamic driver with custom diaphragm | 12 mm |
| Driver Type | Dynamic, ceramic diaphragm | 12 mm dual-magnet dynamic driver |
| Personal Sound Profile | Yes, personalized audio via in-app hearing test | — |
| Sound Features | — | Hi-Res Audio supported; Spatial audio: 3D Spatial Audio; Chip: Anker Thus AI chip |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE11 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, smart ANC up to 45 dB | No (open-ear) |
| Adaptive ANC | Yes, adjusts to ambient noise and wind | — |
| App Support | Yes, Nothing X app | Soundcore app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, simple and advanced (parametric) EQ; Bass Enhance; Personal Sound Profile | Yes, HearID 5.0 and custom EQ in Soundcore app |
| Find My Earbuds | Yes | — |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Yes, low lag mode | — |
| Other Features | — | HearID 5.0 custom EQ, AI translation (100+ languages), Nap Mode with offline white noise |
| Touch Controls | — | No, physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes; ChatGPT integration with Nothing phones | — |
| Wear Detection | Yes, auto pause/play | — |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION6 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | RFCOMM, SPP, HFP, A2DP, AVDTP, AVCTP, AVRCP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Multipoint | Yes, dual connection (2 devices) | Yes |
| NFC Pairing | No | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LHDC 5.0 (Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified) | LDAC |
| Wired Mode | No | — |
BUILD AND DESIGN8 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Black, White | Burgundy Red, Mist Blue, Midnight Black, Cloud White |
| Control Method | Pinch/touch stem controls with customizable gestures | — |
| Design Language | Transparent housing and stem, flagship successor to Ear (2) dropping the numeral naming | — |
| Dimensions | Earbud 29.4 x 21.7 x 24.1 mm; case 55.5 x 55.5 x 22 mm | — |
| Form Factor | — | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 earbuds; IP55 case | IP57 |
| Materials | — | Hard plastic body, flexible titanium wire ear hook |
| Weight | 4.62 g per earbud; 51.9 g case | 6.2 g (each earbud) |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Device Battery Capacity | 46 mAh per earbud; 500 mAh case | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 minutes charge for approx. 1 hour playback | 10 min = 4 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 8.5 hours (ANC off), 5.2 hours (ANC on); 40.5 hours with case (ANC off), 24 hours (ANC on) | Earbuds: Up to 8 hours; With case: Up to 32 hours |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-compatible | Yes, Qi |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES3 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | — | Yes, Anker Thus AI chip voice isolation |
| Mic Count | 3 per earbud | 4 (+2 VPU bone-conduction sensors) |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Yes, Smart Clear Voice Technology (ENC) | 4 MEMS mics + 2 bone-conduction sensors (VPUs) |
BOX CONTENTS3 fields
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Silicone tips in 3 sizes | — |
| 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 | — |
COMPATIBILITY1 field
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android Compatibility: Android 6.0 and above; iOS Compatibility: iOS 10 and above | — |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | Ear (2024) | AeroClip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Launched alongside Ear (a) as the numeral-free flagship successor to Ear (2), refining ANC strength and driver tuning. | The Soundcore AeroClip 2 are open-ear clip-on earbuds with 12 mm dual-magnet drivers and Anker's Thus AI chip, supporting LDAC Hi-Res audio over Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint. |