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HUAWEI unveiled the FreeBuds Pro 5, premium wireless earbuds priced around $205, featuring advanced audio technologies and AI-based functionalities.
Equipped with dual-magnet bass drivers and ultra-thin planar tweeters, they ensure superior sound quality and fidelity.
Utilizing Bluetooth 6.0, supporting SBC, AAC, L2HC, and LDAC codecs, with a transmission speed of up to 4.6 Mbps.
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