10 things to keep in mind while buying true wireless earbuds under Rs 5,000

| Jun 8, 2020, 09:26 AM IST
​10 things to keep in mind while buying true wireless earbuds under Rs 5,000
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​10 things to keep in mind while buying true wireless earbuds under Rs 5,000

True wireless earbuds have really taken off. With several brands offering them under Rs 5,000, it looks like a lot of people will be snapping off the cord for good. Having said that, it’s essential that one doesn’t get swayed by the lower price point and keeps certain things in mind before picking a pair of true wireless earbuds. Here we tell 10 such things that you need to to consider

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​Shape and size of the earbuds are important as they add to the comfort
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​Shape and size of the earbuds are important as they add to the comfort

It is important to choose the earbuds that fit perfectly into the ears as it not only adds to the comfort but also reduces the chance of accidentally dropping or losing it.

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​Choose the right design, as it plays an important role depending upon the usage
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​Choose the right design, as it plays an important role depending upon the usage

There are several types of earbuds, some feature ear hook design, some come with ear fins for a better fit and while others follow AirPods design. Who are these most suitable for?

Earhook design: Suitable for an active lifestyle

Earbuds with fins: Serves well for both causal listening as well as light workouts

AirPods look-alike: Ideal for casual music listening or taking calls

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​Earbuds should be lightweight
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​Earbuds should be lightweight

Lightweight earbuds offer better comfort and do not hurt ears during long listening sessions.

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​Look for connectivity options, Bluetooth 5.0 is preferred for better efficiency and range
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​Look for connectivity options, Bluetooth 5.0 is preferred for better efficiency and range

Make sure the earbuds come with Bluetooth 5.0 or at least Bluetooth 4.2 as they are low-power modules and offer better connection range.

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​Earbuds should at least offer a minimum of 3 hours of listening time as per current standards
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​Earbuds should at least offer a minimum of 3 hours of listening time as per current standards

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​Pick a pair of earbuds that come with a charging case, which offer at least 12 hours of additional charge
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​Pick a pair of earbuds that come with a charging case, which offer at least 12 hours of additional charge

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​Check if the earbuds support fast charging or wireless charging
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​Check if the earbuds support fast charging or wireless charging

Fast charging support is crucial as it ensures that earbuds are spending more time in use than the charging case. Though, wireless charging is more of a requirement than necessity.

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​Check for Codec support as the buds should support all the major Codecs
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​Check for Codec support as the buds should support all the major Codecs

Before making the purchase, ensure that the earbuds come with support for widely-used audio codecs such as aptX, SBS, etc.

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​Should offer media and call controls
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​Should offer media and call controls

Having a button or gesture controls to take calls or control media playback is a must.

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​Low latency is also important, reduces audio lag by a significant margin
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​Low latency is also important, reduces audio lag by a significant margin

It reduces the audio delay and lag for better listening and gaming experience.

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