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The HONOR Earbuds Open is better than expected

Excellent sound, cool features

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It’s extremely gratifying whenever I get the chance to review devices that match my preferences to T. That’s how I feel after using the HONOR Earbuds Open. That wasn’t the case initially. I was excited, but I had my reservations.

This being my first open-ear earbuds in a while, I was cautiously optimistic on practically everything about it. The fit, the sound quality, and the noise cancellation were my primary concerns. I just haven’t tried anything in this category that satisfied all three.

On paper, the HONOR Earbuds Open appears to have all the said features.

Design: Crescent Curve, Full Moon Body, Slimline Ear hook, Ultra-thin Design
Weight: 7.8g
Color: Polar Gold and Polar Black

Sound:

  • Acoustic-Grade Sound Quality
    • 16mm toroidal multi-magnetic circuit unit
    • Highly sensitive speaker with extra large amplitude
    • High elasticity TPU composite film sheet
  • Bass Surging
    • Industry-first Virtual Bass Algorithm
  • Active Noise Cancellation for Open-Ear Design
  • Surround Cinema Stereo Listening
    • Spatial Audio
  • Environmental Noise Cancellation
  • Press/Swipe Control

Battery & charging

  • 58mAh battery per earbud; typically up to 6 hours
  • 480mAh Charging Case:
  • Typical music playing time with charging case: up to 22 hours
  • USB Type-C

Water resistance: IP54
Bluetooth 5.2

The right fit

HONOR Earbuds Open

As I review more and more devices, their form, feel, and fit start to weigh more heavily in how I evaluate them. The same is true for earbuds. But most of what I’ve tried in recent years are in-ear ones. And as I’ve mentioned in previous reviews, I can’t stand wearing them for over four hours.

That’s not the case with the HONOR Earbuds Open. It took me a while to get used to wearing them, but once I did, I didn’t have a problem having them on for an entire work day and then some. They’re that comfortable.

It’s great that I don’t have to stick them into my ears. Because no matter what I’ve tried, I just can’t keep in-ears, well, inside my ears for very long. I get irritated after a while.

The HONOR Earbuds Open is true to its word when it said it’s a comfortable wear. The material doesn’t irritate any part of my ears that it comes in contact with. And the open ear design means there’s no foreign object entering the holes at the side of my head.

Superb sound

The bass was bassing. This was a standout feature to me and HONOR even made it a point to make sure we listened to bass-heavy tracks.

For this particular exercise, I first listened to “Whiplash” by aespa. It has a disco dance vibe with thumping bass in the hook part of the song. The HONOR Earbuds Open delivered stellar bass. It’s the right level that you feel it just enough without sacrificing the overall sound quality.

And the sound quality is on par with some of the best earbuds and headphones that I’ve tried. It just wasn’t the level of quality I was expecting from an open-ear design. The quality was really close if not just the same as the SteelSeries Arctis Gamebuds and just a hair under the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro which has been my primary earbuds since reviewing it.

I went ahead and listened to the rest of my favorite tracks and I was just pleasantly surprised with the experience. The audio was clean, clear, and crisp.

Stunning silence

The audio quality was aided by the incredible noise cancellation technology on the HONOR Earbuds Open. It’s something you can turn on/off by long-pressing the surface area of either earbud.

When you toggle on/off, you definitely “hear” the noise cancellation in play. Again, for something with an open-ear design, the way it’s able to silence your surroundings is crazy good.

Easy controls

Controls are mapped as taps, press and hold, and swipes. You can customize it on the HONOR AI Space app. As mentioned earlier, turning the noise cancellation on/off is done by pressing and holding either earbud.

The other controls are double tap and triple tap on either side as well as swiping up and down. The swipe is reserved for controlling the volume but the taps can be mapped to your liking. It can be to pause/play, next track, and previous track.

Overall, it’s quite intuitive if you’re used to using in-ear headphones.

AI Translate

Another feature that I’ve so far only seen on the Galaxy Buds3 Pro is the ability to translate through the earbuds.

To test this, we connected the HONOR Earbuds Open to the HONOR Magic7 RSR and watched a recorded version of LE SSERAFIM Chaewon’s casual live broadcast.

Using the Interpreter mode on AI Translate, the device listens to the speaker (in this case, Chaewon). It first translates on the phone and then a voice relays and plays the translation on the Earbuds Open.

The translation isn’t perfect, but it’s close enough that you should still be able to understand what’s being communicated.

Is the HONOR Buds Open your GadgetMatch?

You might have guessed already by how glowingly I’ve spoken about it. The HONOR Earbuds Open is a SuperSwipe for me. It will immediately become my go-to pocket earbuds owing to its combination of being comfortable to wear, sounding great, and a cool extra AI translation feature.

There’s still the matter of pricing which, as of writing, isn’t available yet. But as long as it isn’t absurd, this has been one of the easiest gadgets to recommend. Of course, if circumstances allow, it’s still best to go to a store and try one for yourself. Comfort and fit matter a lot for a device like this and you have to make sure it’s to your liking.

Outside of that, I’m confident people will enjoy its sound quality, noise cancellation, and other features. It deserves the GadgetMatch Seal of Approval.

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Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features

Better Android lens support

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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.

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Jabra launches PanaCast Room Kit for simpler hybrid meetings

The function room setup that doesn’t need an IT guy

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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.

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Sony announces open-back INZONE H6 Air

Deeper and tighter bass, more immersive gaming soundscape

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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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