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Beats Solo Buds

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Discover the new Beats Solo Buds, the ultimate wireless earbuds designed for everyday use. Offering up to 18 hours of playback with a sleek, compact case, these earbuds keep you connected all day. Seamless one-touch pairing with iOS and Android makes setup a breeze, while fast Fuel charging gives you an hour of music after just five minutes. Enjoy crystal-clear calls with custom microphones, and experience rich, full-range sound with dual-layer drivers. The touch controls and Siri support make managing your music simple. Plus, enjoy bonus perks like a 3-month game pass and pre-installed software to enhance your entertainment. Perfect for on-the-go lifestyles—your new favorite earbuds are here! In this comparison, we look at specs, features, and price to help you compare which is better. Let’s see key highlights below.

Quick Comparison (Top 5 Features)

Key Feature Beats Solo Buds
Battery Life Up to 18 hours total playback (including case), 4.5 hours per charge, with fast fuel providing 1 hour of playback from 5-minute charge
Water Rating Not Water Resistant
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.3
Latency -
Noise Cancellation Custom-designed microphones with noise-learning algorithm for call clarity; active noise cancellation up to 45dB
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Overview
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth 5.3--
ANC Specs
Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation with 4-mic array, up to 45dB reduction--
Gaming Mode
Enabled with low latency mode, approximately 70ms latency--
Battery Life
Up to 18 hours total playback (including case), 4.5 hours per charge, with fast fuel providing 1 hour of playback from 5-minute charge--
Other Connectivity Details
Dual compatibility for iOS and Android devices with seamless one-touch pairing, Bluetooth 5.3, industry-leading Class 1 Bluetooth range of 100 meters--
Fast Charging
Supports 100W charging; 5-minute charge provides up to 1 hour of playback--
Water Rating
Not Water Resistant--
Audio
Driver Type
Dual-layer dynamic drivers with axial alignment, 8.2mm diameter--
Audio Codec
SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, LDAC--
Signature Sound
Big Beats sound profile with full-range clarity, enhanced bass, and balanced mids and highs--
Noise Cancellation
Custom-designed microphones with noise-learning algorithm for call clarity; active noise cancellation up to 45dB--
Other Audio Features
Dual-layer drivers minimize distortion; laser-cut vents for pressure relief and enhanced audio performance; sound delivered directly via axial-aligned drivers--
Battery
Total Playback with Charging Case
Up to 18 hours--
Single Earbud Playback
Approximately 4.5 hours per earbud--
Charging Time (Earbuds)
Approximately 1 hour for full charge--
Charging Time (Case)
Approximately 2 hours for full charge--
Battery Capacity Details
Each earbud contains a 55mAh Lithium-ion battery; charging case contains a 500mAh Lithium-ion battery--
Connectivity
Multi-Point Connectivity
Supported, allowing connection to two devices simultaneously--
Fast Pair
Seamless one-touch pairing for iOS and Android devices--
Compatible Devices
Cellphones, Gaming Consoles, Tablets, Laptops, Desktops--
NFC Pairing
Supported for quick pairing with NFC-enabled devices--
Charging
Charging Type
USB-C wired charging--
Battery Indicator
LED indicators on case and earbuds for charge status--
Quick Charging
Supports 100W fast charging; 5-minute charge provides up to 1 hour of playback--
Wireless Charging
Not supported--
Calling
Mics(Microphones)
Four microphones with noise-learning algorithm for clear calls and voice recognition--
Other Calling Features
Echo cancellation, wind noise reduction, voice pick-up optimization--
Special Features
Touch Controls
Yes, customizable via app--
In-Ear Detection
Yes, auto-pause when earbuds are removed--
Voice Assistant
Supports Siri, Google Assistant, and Alexa--
Case Design
Smallest case ever made, compact and lightweight--
Ear Hook Design
No, in-ear buds with ergonomic fit--
Build & Design
Form Factor
In-Ear Buds--
Headphone Type
Wireless Earbuds--
Color Options
Matte Black, Gloss White, Deep Blue, Rose Gold--
Material
High-quality matte plastic with silicone ear tips--
Weight
1.76 ounces (50 grams) for the pair--
Noise Cancellation
Active Noise Cancellation(ANC)
Hybrid ANC with 4-mic array, up to 45dB noise reduction--
Noise Cancellation Modes
Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency Mode--
Transparency Mode
Enabled, allows ambient sound for awareness--
More Features
Other Features
Laser-cut vents for pressure relief, enhanced comfort, and improved audio performance--
App Support
Yes, via Beats or Apple/Android compatible app for customization and firmware updates--
Voice Prompts
Yes, for pairing, battery status, and voice assistant activation--
Frequency
20Hz – 20kHz--
Transmission Range
Up to 100 meters (Class 1 Bluetooth)--
Smart Features
Sleep Mode
Auto power-off after inactivity--
Health Monitoring
Not supported--
Find My Earbuds
Supported via app with location tracking--
Customization Options
EQ Customization
Yes, customizable via app--
Ear Tip Sizes
Extra Earmuffs (S, M, L) included--
Firmware Updates
Supported via app over Bluetooth--
Customizable Controls
Yes, via app for touch and button controls--
Controls
Button Controls
Yes, physical buttons for playback, calls, and voice assistant--
Voice Assistant Control
Yes, via voice command or button--
Music Controls
Play/Pause, Next, Previous, Volume Up/Down--
Touch Sensitivity
Yes, customizable via app--
Customizable Controls
Yes, via companion app--
Box Contents
Earbuds
Beats Solo Buds wireless earbuds--
Charging Case
Compact protective case with LED indicator--
USB Cable Type-C
USB-C charging cable (sold separately)--
User Manual
Included--
Warranty Card
Included--
Extra Earmuffs
S, M, L silicone ear tips included--
Launch Date
Release Date
June 18, 2024--
Status
Available--
Warranty
Product Warranty
One-year limited warranty, warranty card included--
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