Jaybird's new Freedom wireless earbuds balance good battery life with high-quality sound.
Bluetooth earbuds are a step closer to mainstream, thanks to Jaybird's Freedom headphones. You may never run out of power, thanks to a clip-on battery.
According to Engadget, Jaybird has launched its latest wireless sport earbuds and the $200 Freedom in-ears are now available on the market. This new model follows the release of the popular X2.
The Freedom earbuds add an accessory that could end your battery woes as well as customized sound through a companion app. When it comes to fitness-focused in-ear headphones, the mix of features and high-quality sound makes the Freedom a worthy competitor.
The size of the Jaybird Freedom buds is 20 percent smaller than the size of previous models. This allows a better fit for more people, while the audio quality is not compromised by the smaller size of the speakers.
An assortment of foam and rubber tips in the box offers the possibility to choose using the material that works best for your ears. The earbuds come with some fin-like hooks that are removable for the times when a more traditional fit is just fine.
The Jaybird Freedom wireless earbuds are sweat-proof. A charging clip that snaps on the in-line controls helps in doubling the headsets' battery life.
Without the clip on, users can expect around 4 hours of battery life and 8 hours battery life by just adding it. The manufacturer claims that attaching the clip for just 20 minutes will provide enough power to make it through an hour-long run or workout.
Another useful feature is the companion app called MySound. The software allows users to build their own EQ settings or just choose from a number of pre-selected ones. There is also a list of genre-specific templates available.
According to Tech Crunch, the Jaybird Freedom wireless headsets are a good option of sports earbuds due to their comfortable fit, compact design and good sound quality. The earbuds are able to maintain a pretty solid connection through the listening, and the Bluetooth connectivity is on par with other devices.
