Fresh from the OnePlus Buds Pro 2’s global launch, the company is now gearing up to unveil a new pair of TWS earbuds. The OnePlus Nord Buds 2 will arrive in a few months as the successor to last year’s affordable Nord Buds. The new pair has picked up the FCC certification on its way to launch.
OnePlus Nord Buds 2 spotted on the FCC website ahead of launch
The OnePlus Nord Buds 2 recently popped up on the FCC database with the model number E508A (via MySmartPrice). The documents uploaded on the regulatory body’s website contain the schematics of the in-ear buds, which reveal the design. It appears OnePlus is keeping the boxy stemmed design unchanged. The charging case has been slightly redesigned to make the edges more rounded. Last year’s model has sharp edges which can sometimes be uncomfortable in the pocket.
The FCC listing also sheds some light on the OnePlus Nord Buds 2’s specs. The upcoming earphones will boast Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity and pack 41mAh batteries each, unchanged from the 2022 model. The case has a 480 mAh battery and supports USB Type-C charging.
Once again, OnePlus isn’t changing anything. The OnePlus Nord Buds 2 will seemingly charge at 4.5W speeds. Since these are affordable TWS earbuds, don’t expect wireless charging here.
Likewise, these earbuds may miss out on ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) as well. However, OnePlus may try to make the solutions more appealing by adding ANC. We should get a multi-mic setup (at least two microphones on each bud) and dynamic audio drivers. Last year’s model packed 12.4mm drivers. Other notable features should include an IP55 rating for water and dust resistance, fast pairing, touch controls, and AI call noise reduction.
Launch date and price
OnePlus launched the OnePlus Nord Buds in late April last year. The buds arrived in the US in mid-June. We expect the OnePlus Nord Buds 2 to have a similar launch timeline this year.
Unfortunately, there haven’t been many leaks and rumors about the new affordable earbuds from OnePlus, so details are scarce. As for pricing, the 2022 model sold for just $39 in the US, and its successor shouldn’t come much more expensive than that. We will let you know as soon as we have more information.
Meanwhile, if you’re interested in OnePlus’ latest flagship TWS offering, those are priced at $179. For the additional money, you’re getting better sound quality thanks to an 11mm woofer and a 6mm tweeter, and Dynaudio-tuned audio. You also get a host of premium features, including ANC, Spatial Audio, and MelodyBoost. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are currently available for pre-order, with general sales beginning tomorrow, February 16.
2023-02-16 15:08:16