CMF has launched the Clip Pro open-ear true wireless stereo earphones in a few overseas markets. The earbuds use an open clip-on design and pack a 10.8mm dynamic driver. They support LDAC audio and include AI tools for clearer calls.
The charging case comes with a built-in Smart Dial. The earbuds also support Bluetooth 5.4, Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair. CMF says users can expect up to 10 hours of playback from a single charge. The charging case pushes the total battery life to 32.5 hours.
CMF Clip Pro Global Pricing, Colour Options and Release Date
CMF sells the Clip Pro for $99 (roughly Rs. 9,400) in the US. In the UK, the price stands at GBP 79 (roughly Rs. 10,100). Buyers can choose from Dark Grey, Light Grey and Coral.
The company will start sales in the US, the UK and Japan on August 15. Customers can buy the earbuds from Nothing’s official website and selected retail stores. Europe and other global markets will follow on September 15. India will not. CMF has confirmed that it has no plans to launch the Clip Pro in the country.
CMF Clip Pro Specs and Features
The CMF Clip Pro uses an open-ear design with a three-point clip that spreads pressure more evenly across the ear. A flexible titanium wire runs through the C-shaped bridge and gives it its shape. CMF also uses skin-friendly materials for the parts that touch the ear. The charging case carries a customisable Smart Dial. Users can control playback, change the volume, answer calls and perform other supported tasks without reaching for their phone. Each earbud also includes physical buttons.
The Clip Pro uses a 10.8mm dynamic driver with a TPU and LCP diaphragm. CMF has tuned the sound itself. The earbuds cover a frequency range from 20Hz to 40,000Hz and carry Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification. They support LDAC, AAC and SBC codecs. They also offer Static Spatial Audio, five preset EQ modes and one custom equaliser. CMF adds its Malleus algorithm as well. The company says it strengthens the bass and cuts distortion in the higher frequencies.
The Clip Pro handles voice calls with four microphones, two in each earbud. CMF combines a VPU-based processing system with Elephant Sound AI to improve speech and cut down unwanted noise. It also adds a feature called Sound Seal, which helps keep audio from spilling into the space around the listener. Users can adjust this feature through the Nothing X app.
The companion app does more than update the earbuds. It lets users manage two connected devices, switch on low-latency mode and locate misplaced earbuds. They can also remap the Smart Dial, change gesture controls and customise other functions. Owners of supported Nothing phones get extra shortcuts for ChatGPT and Nothing AI News.
Battery Life, Charging and Durability
The earbuds connect over Bluetooth 5.4 and support Bluetooth Low Energy. They work with phones and tablets running Android 5.1 or newer, as well as iPhones and iPads with iOS 13 or later. They also support Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair and dual-device connections, so users can move between compatible devices with little effort.
Power comes from a 60mAh battery inside each earbud and a 475mAh battery in the charging case. CMF says the earbuds can play music for up to 10 hours before they need a recharge. The case lifts the total listening time to 32.5 hours. Users who switch to Long Battery Life mode can push that figure to 36 hours. The earbuds also last up to 6.5 hours on voice calls, while the case raises the total talk time to 25 hours. Charging takes place over USB Type-C. A quick charge of 10 minutes can provide as much as four hours of playback.
The earbuds are built to handle everyday use. They carry an IP54 rating against dust and water splashes. The charging case offers a lower IPX2 rating. Each earbud measures 30.75 × 24.84 × 18.21mm and weighs 5.92g. The case measures 52.1 × 51.01 × 26.69mm and weighs 38.81g.
Final Words
The CMF Clip Pro packs a punch for its price with an open-ear design, top-of-the-line features such as LDAC audio, AI-enhanced calls, Hi-Res Wireless certification and a stellar battery life. Though the Smart Dial charging case and Nothing ecosystem integration are a plus, the main drawback for Indian customers is that the earbuds are not expected to be available in the country anytime soon.
The Clip Pro is an interesting choice for users in other countries, though, who are keen on staying in the know while maintaining good audio quality. These earbuds appear to be at the ready no matter what you’re doing, whether you’re on the phone, exercising, or even pretending to be listening during a meeting. Now the only thing that remains to be known is whether CMF will ever change its mind about bringing them to India, as there are plenty of ears waiting.
