Huawei FreeArc TWS earphones to be globally introduced on February 18

Huawei is hosting a major event on February 18, where the Mate XT tri-fold will be officially unveiled. Additionally, the company will introduce FreeArc earphones, a new over-ear TWS product designed specifically for active sports enthusiasts.

Huawei's official announcement on social media featured a 15-second teaser showcasing earphones designed to fit securely on all ears. They also offer IP57 water and dust resistance, making them suitable for intense and sweaty activities.

Enjoy all-day comfort and secure fit with #HUAWEIFreeArc Open-ear Earbuds. Plus, with IP57 water resistance, you can power through rainy runs and sweaty workouts, while staying safe and open-eared to your surroundings. pic.twitter.com/Zr6tvSywJN

— Huawei Mobile (@HuaweiMobile) February 13, 2025

The listing showcased nearly every aspect of the device - it features an earbud connected to a rubber strap that wraps around the ear. Its ergonomic design incorporates a C-bridge structure akin to that of the Freeclip.

The buds are very lightweight and feature a 17 x 12 mm driver unit for bass. They provide a battery life of up to 28 hours on a single charge, while just 10 minutes in the case delivers 3 hours of music playback.

The audio wearables can already be booked in Japan via a crowdfunding platform. While this may seem unconventional, it could signify Huawei's effort to appear more approachable to Japan's conservative and highly brand-loyal tech consumers.

Huawei has set the FreeArc's price at JPY 18,800, roughly equivalent to $125. We will have to wait for the official event in Kuala Lumpur next week to find out if this price will be consistent.

Source 1 • Source 2 (in Japanese)