Huawei’s New Pitch‑in‑The‑Air: FreeBuds 3 vs Apple’s AirPods Pro
Throwing the cold shoulder at Apple has become the new normal for Huawei. Back when it was a tiny name behind cheap Android phones, it’s exploded into a global household brand that fight for the top spot in flagship phones. Just last year, the Chinese giant even outsold Apple in the smartphone arena.
That’s a major game‑changer… Unless the US ban is still in play.
While the United States is tightening its grip on Huawei’s tech, the company still keeps pushing its brand toward the masses. And with an eye on sound, it launched Huawei FreeBuds 3, a set of truly wireless earbuds that look, feel, and taste almost identical to Apple’s premium AirPods Pro.
Design that looks to the crowd… but is really a smart kill‑switch
- Both come with active noise‑cancellation. No one is deafening their ears for no reason.
- They’re both dishwasher‑ready… well, metaphorically because the storage case can be charged wirelessly.
- Flipping the case open triggers an instant pairing notification on Huawei phones – Apple does the same, but Huawei just makes it feel like a smooth jazz performance.
Where it Misses a Beat
Heat, please – the FreeBuds 3 purposely ditch the tight‑fitting silicone tips of Apple. They settle for a loose, open‑fit style that literally lets listeners quack with the wind outside. Because Transparency Mode is a feature that that open‑fit simply won’t deliver. And yes, the battery life is slightly slacker – about 4 hours on a single charge versus 5 hours on the AirPods Pro.
Pricing & Perks: The Singapore Edition
Huawei Singapore launched the FreeBuds 3 on Nov 30 at $238. That’s less than a third of what Apple charges. If you come by SITEX 2019 during the launch, you’ll bag a bundle worth $172: a wireless charger, a selfie stick, and a silicone case to keep the charging case protected.
Head‑long hack – if you can’t wait, grab a pair for $329 from a Lazada vendor. Esteem: hug‑the‑future or keep the tech trendy.
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Recap: Who’s the Party Host?
Apple’s about the fancy, high‑price, incredible design crowd. Huawei’s about budget, competitive performance, and that smart enough‑to‑not trifle but still feeling like an upgrade. Both are competitively priced, yet each shape their own identity. Who will have the biggest box of tuning ears this year? Only time will vote.
