Xiaomi Launches 2x Cheaper Clip-On Earbuds With 32-Hour Battery Life

Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi Clip Neo, an affordable pair of wireless earbuds with a clip-on design, AI-powered calling, and an impressive 32-hour battery life. These earbuds were released in China alongside the Redmi K100 smartphone. The Redmi Clip Neo offers a more budget-friendly option compared to Xiaomi's initial clip-on earbuds, which were introduced in May. Priced at around $60, the earbuds come in two colors - Zero Black and Pearl White.

Differing from conventional earbuds that fit inside the ear canal, the Redmi Clip Neo sits around the outer ear. The design employs a flexible 0.6mm titanium memory wire for secure placement. Xiaomi claims the wire has undergone 25,000 bending tests to demonstrate its durability. The parts that touch the ears utilize skin-friendly silicone for enhanced comfort during prolonged use, and each earbud weighs just 5.3g, making them lightweight.

The brand has introduced a special limited-edition version in partnership with CryingCenter, featuring a branded carrying pouch, stickers, and a gift box. These earbuds incorporate 12mm speakers with a dual-magnetic design, which Xiaomi claims boosts volume by up to 40%. Additionally, the speaker diaphragm boasts a diamond coating to enhance speaker response to sound changes.

For calls, the earbuds have two microphones and AI-powered noise reduction to minimize background noise, although this feature only applies to calls and not active noise cancellation for music. Users can customize the sound using a 10-band equalizer, including four presets and custom settings.

A key aspect of the Redmi Clip Neo is its physical buttons - one button on each earbud. A single press pauses or resumes playback, two presses skip to the next track, and three presses return to the previous one. Holding the button activates an AI assistant, which functions with both Android phones and iPhones. The earbuds also support multipoint connectivity, allowing users to connect to multiple devices simultaneously. Furthermore, they provide instant pairing when the charging case is opened.

With a single charge, the Redmi Clip Neo offers up to seven hours of playback, while the charging case extends battery life to 32 hours. The earbuds are available in China through Xiaomi's official online store for approximately $60, while the limited-edition version costs around $67. Xiaomi has yet to announce the availability of these earbuds internationally.