I’ve known UGREEN as an accessory brand fluently pumping out innovative charging equipment. While I’m familiar with their audio devices, I haven’t explored what the brand can offer.
So when the UGREEN HiTune X6 came as a package right in time for the holidays, I knew I had to try it and be open to trying out new wearables that I might come to love.
Unboxing
The HiTune X6 came in a streamlined black box emanating a classy, functional wearable.
There are no extra gimmicks when you open the box. It’s just the charging case containing a pair of wireless earbuds, along with extra silicone tips to fit your ears comfortably. Underneath, you can find the manual and a charging cable.
Taking the HiTune X6’s charging case out of the box, you can feel it’s light enough to carry — with or without the pair of wireless earbuds inserted.
In-ear design
But before we talk about the listening experience, let’s talk about the weird in-ear design. The first time I took the pair of wireless earbuds, I was baffled, trying to put in my ears and back on its case.
The bizarre design was quite compliqué to figure out at first, but you’ll get the hang of it, too. And when you do so, you’ll find this pair of wireless earbuds sitting snugly in your ears without any extra heft. It’s just like wearing a light earring; you’ll barely notice you have a wearable stuck on you unless a sound starts coming off it.
Real, rich sound
The HiTune X6 uses Bluetooth 5.1, making it easy to pair with several smartphones. I had no trouble pairing it with the latest smartphones from this year, as well as old slates from three to four years ago.
It supports both AAC and SBC — high-quality audio codecs suitable for different music types from any device. I’m no audiophile but knowing the compatibility between your devices, the platform you play your music with, and the codecs used can help elevate your listening experience.
I used to just enjoy rich detail in high-end wireless earbuds, so it comes as a surprise that the HiTune X6 can deliver a natural, real, yet deep audio experience.
Easy controls
I like how it connects easily as soon as you take one pair of wireless earbuds out of the charging case. And in a single tap, you can play or pause your music. Or even answer or hang up a phone call.
Tap twice on the left earbuds, and you lower the volume. Tap twice on the right earbuds, then you can increase the volume. When you tap three times, you can go back to the previous song via the left earbuds, or switch to the next song through the right earbuds.
However, you can toggle between music and gaming mode when you tap four times either through the left or right earbud. In between my medical appointments and visits to the hospital, I enjoyed listening to the beautiful soundtracks of my favorite game, Sprite Fantasia. There was no delay in the music and sound effects despite using the HiTune X6.
On another note, one second of long press can toggle the ANC mode. Meanwhile, two seconds of long press allows you to reject a call or access your voice assistant. Yes, it works with Alexa.
Keeping everything isolated
The HiTune X6 takes pride in using a 35dB hybrid active noise cancellation, along with six microphones. My morning drives and afternoon chill-outs made me feel like I’m in a summer romance montage while I listen to Lany, Lauv, and Ben&Ben.
This also helped me block out noise since the holiday season invites people, coming over and bringing laughter. It helped me take a rest in my only vacation and found repose.
When it comes to calls, I was astounded how crystal-clear everything was. While I know that the HiTune X6 uses six microphones — a feedback microphone, feedforward, and call to name a few — I didn’t realize my friends would be elated to have juicy catch-up sessions at night while I was wearing the pair of wireless earbuds.
From both calls, the wearable perfectly isolates the environmental noise and the vocal voice. It ensures clear calls so that you can focus on hearing what the person on the other line is saying.
I once got a late-night check-in with my best friend for the holidays, and I realized halfway we weren’t complaining how we didn’t hear any noise coming from an electric fan. And we both have a habit of sitting in front of the fan, no matter how cold the weather is.
Lasts longer than expected
One thing I’m going to point out first is how thrilled I was to see a budget device sporting USB-C. It’s like… “wow, they’re keeping up with the times, ‘no?”
Nevertheless, it makes it easy for the Type-C folks, since you can bring a universal cable for your trips and not worry about having to bring separate cables for all your devices.
And with that, you can fully charge the pair of wireless earbuds in just an hour and a half. Further, you can fully charge the case in two hours.
You’re guaranteed a total of 26 hours of battery life if you include the charging case’s reserves. Though, the HiTune X6 really lasts six hours of music playback in just a single charge. That’s quite long for a device carrying a 50mAh battery in each earbud.
And if you quickly charge them for ten minutes, you already get an extra boost of one-hour playtime. Sweet, isn’t it?
Is this your GadgetMatch?
The UGREEN HiTune X6, while it looks sleek due to its matte finish and serious colorway, doesn’t appease the upper-class. But that’s probably not what they’re going for.
This wearable offers a stellar audio experience without costing an arm and a leg. Proof that you can get a decent audio quality without breaking your wallet.
What I’m most euphoric about is the crystal-clear call experience — I rarely get good feedback about my voice quality when going through calls. And that’s what you can delight in if you decide to try the HiTune X6.
It only retails for US$ 80. So, if you’re looking for a value-for-money pair of wireless earbuds, then the HiTune X6 might be the one you’re looking for.
The HiTune X6 is available for purchase on their official website, as well as local e-commerce platforms in the Philippines such as Shopee and Lazada.
Accessories
Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features
Better Android lens support
Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features
Excerpt: Better Android lens support
Insta360 has released a major spring update for its Flow 2 series handheld gimbals, bringing wider Android compatibility and new features for iPhone users.
The update focuses on improving how the Flow 2 and Flow 2 Pro work across different devices. It expands support for flagship Android phones while adding new shooting tools for iOS, making hands-free, stabilized video easier to capture without extra gear.
Android finally gets full lens access
One of the biggest changes is native multi-lens support on Android. When paired with the Insta360 app, the Flow 2 series can now access ultra-wide and telephoto lenses on supported devices from Samsung, Google Pixel, vivo, OPPO, and more.
This means users can shoot at full resolution using their phone’s native cameras, whether capturing wide landscapes or zoomed-in details. The update brings Android performance closer to what iPhone users have been getting, especially in more dynamic shooting scenarios like concerts, sports, and vlogging.
The improved lens access also works with features like Widescreen Mode, helping users create smoother, more cinematic footage with better framing flexibility.
Faster 360 panoramas for quick sharing
The Flow 2 series continues to stand out with its ability to capture full 360-degree panoramas. With the new 360 Panorama 2.0, stitching is now 50% faster, producing results in about 20 seconds.
Users can capture everything in one go, then choose their preferred framing afterward. The feature also supports interactive sharing via links, letting viewers pan and explore the image on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
Creative templates such as Tiny Planet are also available for quick edits, making it easier to turn panoramic shots into shareable content.
Dual View adds more angles in one take
Dual View Mode introduces multi-angle recording without the need for additional cameras. It allows simultaneous recording using the front and rear cameras, or even dual rear lenses, producing three clips in a single take.
This is useful for creators who want to capture reactions alongside the main shot or experiment with different focal lengths at once. Combined with AI tracking, the feature keeps subjects centered while adding more variety to footage.
Apple Watch control for hands-free shooting
For iPhone users, the update adds Apple Watch control, turning the watch into a remote for the gimbal.
Users can start or stop recording, adjust settings, switch modes, and even control zoom using the Digital Crown. This allows for better control during solo shoots, especially when the phone is mounted on the gimbal at a distance.
Smarter tracking and remote control tools
The update also improves several AI-powered features across the Flow 2 series.
AI Tracker now works across more Android apps, enabling subject tracking during video calls, livestreams, or hands-free recording. Multi-person tracking keeps groups in frame, while Active Zoom Tracking allows up to 15x zoom while maintaining focus on moving subjects.
There’s also a new smartphone remote control feature, which lets users operate the gimbal using a second phone. This adds flexibility for more complex shooting setups without interrupting the shot.
Availability
The update is available now through the Insta360 app and the official website. Compatibility may vary depending on the smartphone model.
Accessories
Jabra launches PanaCast Room Kit for simpler hybrid meetings
The function room setup that doesn’t need an IT guy
Jabra is expanding its hybrid work ecosystem with the new PanaCast Room Kit.
It’s a video conferencing solution built for meeting rooms. But it skips the usual complexity. No tangled cables, no custom programming, and no need for IT on standby.
The kit is designed for teams of three to 15 people. Setup takes minutes: Connect the cameras, place the speakers and microphones, and link everything with a single cable.
That’s it. A standard room becomes a smart collaboration space without the usual friction.
Built for inclusive meetings
At the center of the experience is the PanaCast 55 VBS.
It uses a 180-degree multi-camera system powered by onboard AI. Jabra’s Virtual Director technology tracks speakers and reframes the view in real time.
Everyone stays visible. Even those seated at the far end of the table.
The goal is simple. Make remote participants feel like they’re in the room.
Audio keeps up with that promise. The PanaCast SpeakerMic extends coverage up to 11 meters. Every voice comes through clearly and at a consistent volume. No need to raise your voice just to be heard.
No-fuss by design
The system adds a Huddly L1 camera for a secondary angle. This gives meetings a more complete and inclusive view.
There’s also the Jabra Control IP touch controller. It handles meetings with simple, one-touch controls.
Everything works together with minimal input. No manual pan-tilt-zoom adjustments. No audio balancing. The AI handles it.
Enterprise-ready, plug-and-play simple
The PanaCast Room Kit is fully UC-certified. It works with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Google Meet.
It also runs on the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP), bringing enterprise-grade security and reliability.
The idea is straightforward. High-end meeting tech shouldn’t be hard to use.
From small huddle spaces to larger boardrooms, the kit scales without added complexity. It removes the usual barriers to hybrid collaboration.
Whether it’s a quick team sync or a full boardroom discussion, the PanaCast Room Kit aims to give everyone a front-row seat.
Accessories
Sony announces open-back INZONE H6 Air
Deeper and tighter bass, more immersive gaming soundscape
Gamers are set to get another immersive headphones from Sony with the launch of the INZONE H6 Air.
This latest offering features an open-back acoustic structure and custom drivers for deep and tight bass, thanks to back ducts integrated into the drivers.
The open-back structure also helps with a realistic immersive sound field, making gamers feel they are in the game space.
This design minimizes internal reflections by leaving the housing unobstructed. The result is accurate sound field reproduction exactly as game creators intended.
The Sony INZONE H6 Air also features precision-tuned driver units engineered with the same technology as Sony’s renowned MDR-MV1 open-back studio monitor headsets. It is specially adapted for this particular wearable.
Back ducts integrated into the driver unit help deliver deep and controlled bass reproduction, while maintaining clear separation of mids and lows. This detail is helpful especially for titles where rich sound detail matters.
Crafted with premium aluminum, the INZONE H6 Air is also one of Sony’s lightest gaming headsets at just 199 grams. The headset uses the same spring hinge headband design seen on the INZONE H9 II.
Furthermore, the headset features an “RPG/Adventure” equalizer profile as it is developed with sound engineers from PlayStation Studios.
This specific profile is optimized for RPG and adventure titles, recreating the acoustic experience of a sound studio and delivering an immersive listening experience.
An additional cardioid boom mic focuses on voice angled towards the user’s mouth, eliminating unnecessary side noise.
Fnatic Edition devices, INZONE Buds Glass Purple
In addition to the Sony INZONE H6 Air, Sony has launched the Fnatic Editions of the INZONE Mouse-A, INZONE Mat-F, and INZONE Mat-D.
This next step in the collaboration between Sony and Fnatic makes the professional esports club even more present in fans’ daily gaming experience.
Rounding out the new releases is the INZONE Buds in Glass Purple colorway. This joins the previous black and white options, giving owners plenty of choices to suit their styles.
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