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Tech Review – Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 Earbuds

The last pair of earbuds reviewed from Soundcore was the Liberty 3 pro which was one of my top earbuds at the time for that year and still remain high on the list still today and a pair of earbuds which can be now got fairly cheap which is something you could do if on a budget and when the Liberty 4 arrived I was really interested to see how these would sound coming off the back of the Liberty 3 pro even though the shape and style is different with no wings either. These earbuds however come packed with technology for those into fitness and of course sound which is important but there is much more tech in this pair and are an ideal for those who want to log fitness data which being honest is not me but the tech is there and there is many who will certainly take the company up on thes featured more aligned with smartwatches.

These are stem styled earbuds and look clean and fit well and before you get moving you need to download their app and do the HearID ANC test to get them set up properly for the best quality and they certainly deliver on the ANC aspect. They are comfortable to wear for long spells and will not fall out and once the right tips fitted you are good to go. The ANC is not up with the Liberty pro 3 but still good overall. Rather than having a touch sensitive are here or button these earbuds operate by squeezing them and there is different squeeze forces you could apply but this is down to the individual user to set up.

The fitness aspects of the app are great and they use your mobile phone to set some things up like the calibration for example which you will see in the video review below. As mentioned above these are more targeted at people into fitness however the audio is for everyone but with the fitness element thrown in they offer super value for money.

The app is packed with features and settings and you should explore them all to get the maximum effect out of them, for me all instances not used plus I have so many earbuds into test but I go over what is on these which you will not find on other earbuds, these earbuds would need be in your ears quite a lot to use the full suite of features and get the results you want..

When it comes to sound there is lots on offer and they sound great for the money and overall give other more expensive offerings a run for their money but again not up their with the Liberty Pro 3 however still excellent overall..The sound is in short great loud and punchy with no lag latency no distortion when maxed out and overall just spot on and with the app these deliver excellent value for the money and put it up to the rest that are more expensive, so if you are a fan of the brand and need new earbuds and on a certain budget put these on your list to check out.

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Features 

  • Crisp, clear sound via ACAA™️ 3.0 Coaxial Acoustic System
  • 360° immersive spatial audio with music and movie modes
  • CloudComfort™️ ear tips for long-lasting comfort
  • All-new heart rate sensor with soundcore app
  • HearID personalized active noise cancelling
  • 9/28 hours of playtime for all-day listening

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First Look – Soundcore Liberty 4, earbuds with heart rate tracking and spatial audio

The Liberty Soundcore range have been a favourite with me over the years and the Liberty 3 pro are one of the best earbuds of 2021 and even still highly regarded today for me and today we have the all new Liberty 4 in for review. These earbuds have a lot of claims made here which I really look forward to finding out and no doubt they will be interesting to see and they also come packed with great specs too and not only this these have heart rate tracking built in and 360 spatial audio which sounds really cool.

We will be testing these out over the coming weeks and will have a full review soon as we always do with a hands on look and also a look at their app which is also neat, if you have any questions feel free to comment and we answer all questions and give you a real hands on look rather than stock images in our final review of all our products.

Features

  • Crisp, clear sound via ACAA™️ 3.0 Coaxial Acoustic System
  • 360° immersive spatial audio with music and movie modes
  • CloudComfort™️ ear tips for long-lasting comfort
  • All-new heart rate sensor with soundcore app
  • HearID personalized active noise cancelling
  • 9/28 hours of playtime for all-day listening

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Unboxing

Soundcore unveils the Motion Boom Plus Bluetooth speaker

Soundcore, Anker Innovations’ premium audio brand, today unveiled the Motion Boom Plus Bluetooth speaker, a new speaker that delivers up to 80 Watts of powerful audio output for an on-the-go outdoor music experience with a built-in handle and carrying strap. Integrating the portable design and extended 20-hour battery life, the Motion Boom Plus is ready to rock a party anytime, anywhere.

“Combining an IP67 rating with its upgraded woofers, newly added tweeters, more power, and portable carry handle, the Motion Boom Plus is the ideal Bluetooth speaker for the park or at an outdoor pool or beach party,” said Frank Zhu, General Manager of Soundcore’s Speaker division. “We’ve also made it two times louder than its predecessor to help keep the party going, all day and all night long.”


Enhanced Sound Performance

The Motion Boom Plus features upgraded titanium drivers and BassUp technology, offering users punchy bass and detailed high end. To produce the full audible frequency range and keep the overall balance of Soundcore’s sound signature, the Motion Boom Plus comes equipped with dual 3.5-inch woofers, powered each by 30 Watts (60W Total). Combined with the passive bass radiators on the ends of the speaker, the Motion Boom Plus can accurately reproduce bass notes from any genre of music.  Additionally, it also utilizes dual 1-inch tweeters, powered each by 10 Watts (20W Total) to effortlessly play the delicate high and mid-range frequencies found in vocals, woodwind and stringed instruments or favorite dance music.


Portable Outdoor Design 

With the removable shoulder strap and built-in handle, the Motion Boom Plus brings a new level of portability to music lovers. Additionally, the floatable design and IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating make it perfect for almost any location, including pools and beaches without worrying about getting wet or sandy, while ensuring the speaker delivers the perfect soundtrack wherever it goes.

Soundcore motion boom plus and app

Extended Battery Life and Customized Listener Experience

With its 13,400 mAh internal battery, the Motion Boom Plus provides up to 20 hours of playtime, giving partygoers uninterrupted entertainment from sunrise to sunset. Through the Soundcore PartyCast feature, users can pair up to 100 compatible Soundcore PartyCast speakers together (Flare 2, Rave PartyCast, Soundcore 3, Trance Go, etc.) to amplify the expressive audio experience. The Motion Boom Plus also allows users to personalize the sound via the user-adjustable EQ function found in the Soundcore app.


Availability and Pricing

The Motion Boom Plus is slated to be available for purchase on May 30th for $179.99 in the US, £189.99 in the UK; € 179.99 EUR in Germany and Europe and $229.99 CAD in Canada on Amazon.com, Soundcore.com and other retail partners. The Motion Boom Plus will also be available for pre-order on Soundcore’s website at: www.soundcore.com in the US in each market in Canada, UK, or Germany.

Tech Review – Soundcore Life P2 mini

The Soundcore Life P2 mini are a budget friendly pair of earbuds which are now part of their portfolio which is certainly becoming a tasty option for consumers which is good, there is choice here from high end to entry level earbuds which suit all pockets,these are by no means a rival to airpods either due to their cost which is around 40 euro at the time of my review however the sound factor is what most from their earbuds even when it comes to cost but the term you get what you pay for would come to mind for some but with soundcore you are playing a safe bet regardless.

These are not sporting all the bells and whistles but have most of the functions you would expect to get at this price point and in an over saturated market it is hard for newcomers to make an impression for 40 quid but Soundcore pull it off here more or less when it comes to an all round listening experience.

They have a glossy finish and look plain which for some is fine and for me it does not bother me at all but being lucky to have tested the biggest range of earbuds in Ireland I need to look at things from outside the pane and what others expect and from owning their top tier Liberty Pro 3 they do seem cheap looking to me being fair but, yes there is a but, this is fine it is a common form factor at this price. Battery life is well decent here too with around 40 hours in total and you have USB-C charging.

Sound Life P2 mini

The sound though is where is counts and overall they deliver, all you need to get a normal functioning pair of earbuds here with all the usuals thrown in you even have virtual assistant access.You have some EQ access too via the touch controls which we take a look at in the video.

There is a nice level of bass here which is ideal for bass lovers but not really heavy, highs lows and mids are fine and overall a good audio experince there was no distortion noted when maxed out on volume nor tinny either which at this price would be a common feature on some brands but mostly of cheap chinese rip offs and some current known manufacturers. No lag latency was noted either during my usual test routine. Calls where also fine both ends for the few I took whilst testing.

Features

  • Stunning Sound: Life P2 Mini true wireless earbuds have oversized triple-layer 10mm drivers to fuel powerful sound with 50% more bass for a mesmerizing listening experience.
  • 3 EQ Modes: Soundcore Signature, the default EQ, delivers well-balanced sound, while Bass Booster enhances bass-heavy music, and Podcast makes voices stand out clearly. To switch to a different mode, quickly press the right earbud 3 times.
  • Featherweight Fit: The tiny true wireless earbuds weigh just 0.16oz (4.6g), which is 10% lighter than standard earbuds. They’re so small and light that they feel practically weightless in your ears.
  • AI-Enhanced Calls: Built-in microphones on Life P2 Mini true wireless earbuds are equipped with an AI algorithm to enhance voice pick up and ensure you’re heard clearly by the other end.

 

The Soundcore Life P2 mini have been sent to us by the company and have had no input preview or paid us money and are seeing the review the same time as you. 

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Tech Review – Soundcore Life P3 earbuds

Soundcore are on a bit of a roll of late with their products and having tested their Liberty 3 Pro they will be a hard to beat pair of true wireless earbuds and I look forward to the next version of those, Recently we also tested there budget Life P2 mini and when both of these arrived I was stuck which to test first so I tested side by side and put other work aside to get a handle on both products and yet again Soundcore deliver and these would be a more affordable pair if you do not have the bucks to shell out right now for the top tier.

The Life P3 come in a really cool range of colours to start with which I love as I am fed up with the typical Black and White offerings we see so much of however most manufacturers are moving away from this and giving us colours that pop and stand out which makes a statement and in my view if you want to get noticed you need to get seen and these do just that with the fresh colorways on offer.

The case they come in is really cool with a matt finish and we have the Sky Blue colour, there is LED lights on the front with a USB-C port on the rear with the logo up top and the case is also nice to hold in the hand and a kind of large pebble shape,once opened you get the earbuds which have a really nice silver trim on the edges which make them look more premium and these stand out plus you have also got wireless charging thrown in for the mix which for me works as I have wireless charging options all over my house and office.

Soundcore Life P3 techbuzzireland

These are the typical stem finish which looks well and not to bold or standoutish either and once fitted with the right tips these sit well and will not move in the ears giving great noise isolation straight away. You have simple to use touch controls here which I found just about perfect with response and work every time which saves those embarrassing taps with nothing happening. They also have adopted what some other manufacturers have started doing which is an ear fit test which is welcome and will give you the benefits in the end as well as trying out the right tips which you should do with all earbuds..There is no auto play and pause detection here which might bother some however you have the controls to set up as you wish in the app and it is often the option I choose myself.

You have full app access here which is great,again we go through this in the video review, however there is no voice commands like Hey Siri for example but again this is something I never really use being honest, the app however gives you the option to makes things suited best to you and this is a feature I like and gives you more control giving you the best option to tailor the right sounds for you, highs lows and mids are fine here with decent bass too and decently loud, again these showed no lag latency either where fine on calls and did well with Netflix Youtube and more plus you have a gaming mode for some extra fun if you are a gamer. ANC works well but not much noted in the options available this though does depend on your surroundings but indoors work best in my book with a quiet environment.

Features

 

  • Pocket-Sized pop of Color: Life P3 noise cancelling earbuds come in 5 eye-catching colors to pair with your personal style. And the ultra-compact case fits effortlessly in small bags or pockets. 
  • Fueled By The Beat: Life P3 noise cancelling earbuds’ thumping sound is produced by custom 11mm composite drivers. Activate BassUp mode in the app to further intensify bass in real-time. 
  • Multi-Mode Noise Cancelling: Sync the noise cancelling to your location for an optimized experience. Transport, Outdoor, and Indoor modes are each tailored to block out irritating background noises in each environment. 
  • Enhanced Call Performance: Life P3 noise cancelling earbuds have 6 microphones and an exclusive algorithm to tune out background noises. Your voice will be heard clearly on calls, video chats, livestreams, and more.

The Soundcocre Life P3 have been sent to us by the company and have had no input preview or paid us money and are seeing the review the same time as you.

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First look at the Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro

Over the last few months I have been using the Liberty Pro 2 and they are in my top 5 earbuds this year which is a tough act to follow and stay in the top 5, the true wireless market is huge and over saturated and it is very interesting times now with the cost to performance ratio dropping all the time, the new Liberty 3 Pro have a totally new look and the presentation is also excellent which goes a long way as first impressions last for most.

Today we take a quick first look and unboxing and as ususal you know what to do if you have any questions whilst we test these out alongside many other earbuds we have here with us now…

 

KEY FEATURES

  • ACAA 2.0 with Knowles Balanced Armature driver and 10.6mm dynamic driver.
  • HearID ANC for customizable usage scenarios
  • LDAC, AAC and SBC codec for best sounding music
  • Two transparency modes enhance the outside noises without removing earbuds.
  • Upto 8-hour battery in earbuds with ANC off / 6-hour battery with ANC on (at 60% vol.)
  • Wireless charging compatible case with 32-hour battery (with ANC off) and 24-hour battery (with ANC on) as well as USB-C charging.
  • Anker Fast Charging technology – 15 minutes charging earbuds = 3 hours of playtime
  • 6-mic AI uplink noise reduction helps minimize background noise during calls
  • Customizable user touch controls for play/pause, track advance, volume, etc.
  • Bluetooth version – 5.2
  • Waterproof rating – IPX4
  • Available in Four Colors: Midnight Black, Frost White, Fog Gray and Dusk Purple
  • Earbud size // Case size – 0.69″ x 1.11″ x 1.05″ // 2.79″ x 2.18″ x 1.10″
  • Earbud weight / Case weight – 0.21 oz // 1.55 oz

 

Soundcore Frames is the latest eyewear to hit the market

Soundcore, Anker Innovations’ premium audio brand, today unveiled its Soundcore Frames, a new audio eyewear product that features an immersive listening experience and multiple frame styles.

“Up until, now the emerging audio eyewear space has been pretty dull with only limited design choices,” says Steven Yang, CEO of Anker Innovations. “With our new Soundcore Frames we hope to reset things, bringing a more stylish audio listening experience to the market.”

Immersive Sound

Soundcore Frames feature the company’s patented OpenSurround system, designed with two customized drivers in each arm, custom DSP and a listening port for a more immersive experience. The main speaker is in front of the user’s ear, with another located behind the ear to help amplify the stereo sound. Soundcore Frames also feature on-ear wearing detection and will automatically pause audio when the glasses are removed.

Soundcore Frames on woman

Great for Phone and Video Calls

Soundcore Frames feature noise reducing microphones and can be easily paired with a phone, tablet or PC to take calls or participate in online meetings from anywhere. In addition, Soundcore Frames come with a private listening mode that can help reduce audio leakage when on a call.

Interchangeable Frames

When purchasing on Soundcore.com, consumers can choose from one of ten different frame styles to come with their new Soundcore Frames. They can also purchase additional frames in an assortment of sizes, shapes and styles including tinted sunglasses, prescription and blue-light filtering options. And with Soundcore’s Pull and Plug quick release system, consumers can easily swap out different styles.

The Soundcore app and website feature a virtual try-on experience so consumers can find the perfect frame style to go with their new Soundcore Frames.

Soundcore Frames

Touch and Voice Controls

Controlling the Soundcore Frames is easy with both touch and voice controls. Consumers can customize a number of touch and swipe motions to play and pause music, answer phone calls, raise and lower the volume and advance or reverse tracks. Multiple trigger words can also perform these actions using AI voice technology.

Battery Life

Soundcore Frames offer up to 5.5 hours of playback on a single charge as well as the ability to fast charge an additional 1.5 hours of playback with a 10-minute charge.

Availability and Pricing

Soundcore Frames will be available on Soundcore.com, Amazon.com and in retail partners including Best Buy in November for $199.99 in the US, £149.99 in the UK, €179.99 EUR in Germany and Europe and $249 CAD in Canada.

Additional frame models will be available for purchase via Soundcore.com in the coming weeks for $49.99 in the US, £49.99 in the UK, €49.99 EUR in Germany and Europe and $59.99 CAD in Canada.

Tech Review – Soundcore LIFE Q30 hybrid ANC headphones. #Tech #Headphones

I like my headphones and have an extensive collection but what I like more is when a pair of headphones come in cheap and deliver on all aspects and saves you money. These are such a pair and I like them. We go through all the features as usual below so you don’t have to in the video review.

The Soundcore LIFE Q30 by Anker are a really comfortable fit with soft cups and headband and can be worn for hours with no issues with sweat so for long term use there are great. Sporting 40mm drivers these are loud and it is how I like my headphones and with ANC on board you can immerse yourself in to your music  and forget what is going on outside and to top it off the ANC is decent too, I also tested these with a projector I was testing out recently the PICO GENIE and they worked really well and gave me countless hours of bliss enjoying my Netflix and You Tube and of course listening to my music tracks these headphones delivered all round, when it comes to the above, Direction is good, you are central, voice is good instruments you name it all was good here in short you will like them. My usual testing tracks all great and there is great bass here to and of course there is the soundcore app which can enhance your listening experience even more and tailor to your needs it is a great app too by the way.

The controls are easy to use with slightly raised keys easy to navigate and on both sides you also have a touch area on side to switch between modes and there is a NC button too and all these work well all of the time. All features are there as you would expect to control your music without the need to take your phone out of your pocket and as mentioned we go through these in the video below. Battery life is excellent on these with up to 40 hours of life and you also have a quick charge of 5 minutes that gives you up to 4 hours of life which is excellent.

Overall for the price you pay on these I cant really complain about them they deliver on comfort, sound and features and for me an excellent pair of headphones for the price and easy to recommend.

Features

  • Hi-Res Certified Music: Hear every detail of your favorite songs thanks to Life Q30’s 40mm drivers. The highly-flexible silk diaphragms reproduce thumping bass and crisp treble that extends up to 40kHz for improved clarity.
  • Advanced Noise Cancellation Technology: Maintain your focus with Life Q30’s hybrid active noise cancellation. Dual noise-detecting microphones pick up and filter out up to 95% of low-frequency ambient sound to ensure nothing distracts you from your music.
  • Ultimate Noise Cancellation Experience: Customize Life Q30’s noise cancellation with 3 modes—Transport minimizes airplane engine noise, Outdoor reduces traffic and wind, and Indoor dampens the sound of busy offices with people talking in the background.
  • 40-Hour Playtime: Life Q30 active noise cancelling headphones play up to 40 hours of music in noise cancelling mode. Standard mode extends the playtime to 60 hours, while a short 5-minute charge gives you 4 hours of listening.
  • Pressure-Free Comfort: Life Q30 active noise cancelling headphones have ultra-soft protein leather earcups with memory foam padding to fit snugly over your ears. The lightweight build also ensures they’re comfortable for long listening sessions.

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Tech Review – Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro True Wireless. #Tech #Soundcore

Recently I checked out this companies headphones the Soundcore Life Q30 and was really impressed with them and they are value for money and people have been asking how did these TWS earbuds work out and again the story is the same and I cant fault them at all and they have earned a place in my top 5 in fact.

From the presentation to the product you are getting quality here all round with the feel of the charge case and a kind of textured feel on the earbuds both combined is really nice and they look great too once again putting Apples to shame which so many tech journos froth at the mouth over. I will say it again “you do not need to spend that much money on Apple products when there is better for less and these without doubt are an easy win here”. No disrespect to Apple they make nice products but their pricing is just wrong.

When it comes to comfort again it is great and the fit is really nice and they wont budge, I have started listening to podcasts lately and use these to help me fall asleep and when I wake up they are still there. I tend to listen to lots of music and TV in bed at night when testing headphones and earbuds and it is hard to find earbuds that stay put, headphones are obviously out of the equation here when trying to get asleep.

Controls are great and a simple tap or two and you can change whatever is required including the sound profile and a double tap to turn on/off the ANC we go through the rest in the video but overall with their own app they are yours to set up as you see fit and not stuck at a stock setting which is great for personalisation which is what consumers like these days.

How they sound is what everyone is here for and in short they are excellent for the price. Great on voice, voice calls, instruments and direction with no lag latency either, when doing my usual test loop they easily pass when watching Netflix and You Tube etc. With the choice of having ANC/Transparency mode and Normal a click away you are in control. You should by the way do the sound test to get the best results it it will take around 4/5 mins to complete. These are also decently loud too which for me is great, Selecting custom mode is worth a view too and with the options in there again you are in control. In transparency mode you have fully transparent and vocal mode..

Battery life has been rather good on these and stand up to their claims obviously with high volumes and ANC on it hits the juice but you can quickly charge up,10 minutes charging earbuds = 2 hours of playtime and use wireless charging I actually use this more than I do on my phones and usually have my earbuds on charge from the selection I am currently using. You can use these independently too so if one is charging you can still use the other.

Overall these are an easy pair of earbuds to recommend and for the money here I cant say one bad thing about them and that is a rare thing to say and from testing the biggest range of TWS in Ireland I know what I am talking about.

KEY FEATURES

  • ●  PureNote Driver technology with 11mm drivers for accurate sound and clarity at all frequencies.
  • ●  Multi-mode ANC with Transport, Indoor and Outdoor settings for customizable usage levels
  • ●  Two transparency modes enhance the environment including voices without removing earbuds.
  • ●  7-hour battery in earbuds with ANC off / 6-hour battery with ANC on
  • ●  Qi wireless charging case with 26 hour battery with ANC off / 21 hour battery with ANC on as well as USB-C charging.
  • ●  Anker Fast Charging technology – 10 minutes charging earbuds = 2 hours of playtime
  • ●  Premium call quality using 6-mic uplink noise reduction helps optimize voices and minimize background noise.
  • ●  Customizable user touch controls to set preferences for play/pause, track advance, volume, etc.
  • ●  Voice-assistant compatibility with Siri at launch and other popular voice-assistants in the future.
  • ●  Nine sets of silicone ear tips, ranging from XXXS to XL and L+ in ensure a proper fit.
  • ●  Bluetooth version – 5.0
  • ●  Waterproof rating – IPX4
  • ●  Available in Four Colors: Onyx Black, Titanium White, Sapphire Blue, and Crystal Pink
  • ●  Earbud size // Case size – 1.47” x 0.87” x 0.91” // 2.44” x 2.35” x 1.18”
  • ●  Earbud weight / Case weight – 0.37 oz // 1.78 oz

The Liberty Air 2 Pro now available in four colors including Onyx Black, Titanium White, Sapphire Blue, and Crystal Pink with an MSRP of $129.99 at Amazon.com, Soundcore.com and BestBuy.com. Additional retailers will be added in the coming weeks. the Liberty Air 2 Pro are available in the U.K for £129.99; Europe for €129.99 and Canada for $169.99 (CAD).