{
  "id": 130531,
  "title": "CMFs first pair of open earbuds are finally here and have the potential to be a category best this year",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/cmfs-first-pair-of-open-earbuds-are-finally-here-and-have-the",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-04T13:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/tech/cmf-clip-pro-earbuds-launch-first-impressions-price"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The CMF Clip Pro, CMF's first-ever open earbuds, have finally arrived and have the potential to be a category best this year. Priced at just $99, they are more affordable than premium options like the Bose Ultra Open earbuds ($299) and the Sony LinkBuds Clip ($229.99). The earbuds are available for purchase on Nothing's website.\n\nUpon testing, the CMF Clip Pro earbuds are lightweight and secure on the ear without pinching, thanks to a titanium wire core and thoughtful design. The charging case, featuring the Smart Dial, is a strong design feature and offers a quick charge (10 minutes for four hours of listening), a 10-hour battery life, and IP54 dust- and water-resistance. Colors available include dark grey, light grey, and coral, and they weigh 5.9 grams per earbud.\n\nThe earbuds offer various listening modes, including spatial audio, bass enhancement, anti-leakage mode, and customizable EQ presets. The Smart Dial case allows for easy volume adjustment and custom command settings, making it a strong design element. However, the equalizer only has three bands, and the matte case attracts fingerprints.\n\nEarly wear testing revealed minor issues, such as only three-band EQ and no wear detection, but these are considered minor and should be resolved with regular use. Overall, the CMF Clip Pro earbuds are impressively well-rounded, offering great battery life and sound quality for a budget option. They are currently available for purchase on Nothing's website.",
  "summary": "The CMF Clip Pro are the first open earbuds from the brand, and they didn't hold back. Our audio expert dives into what makes them so impressive.",
  "key_points": [
    "CMF Clip Pro open earbuds launched at $99, more affordable than Bose Ultra and Sony LinkBuds",
    "Lightweight and secure design with titanium wire core and Smart Dial charging case",
    "Offer spatial audio, bass enhancement, anti-leakage mode, and EQ presets with minor issues"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}