{
  "id": 18360178,
  "title": "Razer is getting back into wired earbuds with USB-C; yes, they have RGB",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/razer-is-getting-back-into-wired-earbuds-with-usb-c-yes-they-have-rgb",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-05T19:00:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Google",
    "slug": "9to5google",
    "url": "https://9to5google.com/2026/11/05/razer-releases-usb-c-earbuds-with-rgb/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Razer has announced a return to wired earbuds with their latest offering, the Hammerhead V3 Chroma. These ANC earbuds boast a unique USB-C design, catering to mobile gamers. Razer's decision to bring back wired earbuds in the USB-C format suggests a renewed investment in this segment, even as companies like Bose have also jumped back into the fray. The Hammerhead V3 Chroma are powered through a right-angle USB-C connector, making them ideal for landscape phone usage, rather than simply for passive music listening. The earbuds feature built-in ANC and a conveniently placed in-line mic with volume and playback controls, all connected via a green \"Razer\" round cable. Users can select from several pre-set audio profiles or create their own based on individual preferences. For PC users, the earbuds offer THX Surround Sound 7.1 support. The headphones also incorporate RGB lighting, or \"Chroma,\" with the Razer logo cycling through colors on the back of each bud. Although it's unclear from the product images, the RGB effect seems to be present on both sides. The Razer Hammerhead V3 Chroma earbuds are positioned as a direct successor to the Hammerhead V2, which was released a little over a decade ago. While Razer has released several wired options since then, these new earbuds are specifically designed to cater to mobile gamers, with added support for PC gaming. The Hammerhead V3 Chroma earbuds will be available on Razer's website and Amazon for $79.99. For more news, check out 9to5Google on YouTube.",
  "summary": "Razer just announced a pair of ANC earbuds with a cool take on USB-C, aimed directly at mobile gamers. more…",
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  "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."
}