We’ve all been there. You’re on a run, but you leave one earbud out so you can hear traffic. You’re at the office, toggling transparency mode just to chat with a coworker. Or maybe you’re walking home in the dark and wishing you could enjoy your music without having to tune out the world completely.
That’s where the HUAWEI FreeArc comes in. These wireless earbuds give you the best of both worlds: immersive sound and realworld awareness. That means no more awkward oneear listening or passthrough modes. With these, you can enjoy rich, openear audio that lets you stay present while still letting you enjoy your music, calls, and podcasts.
The best news is that they’re also surprisingly affordable. If you want to use them as an alternative to your noisecancelling pair, you’ll find them fantastic value at £99.
Not only are they a steal at full price, but you can already save £25 on the new HUAWEI FreeArc with the preorder deal, they’re reduced to £74 between 18 February and 3 March.
After this, they’ll still be available with a £20 off voucher between 4 March until 18 March. These deals will only be available from the official HUAWEI store.
What makes open earbuds different?
Traditional earbuds block out sound completely. That’s great for focus, but not so good for staying aware. Bone conduction headphones keep your ears open, but the cheekbone vibrations aren’t for everyone.
Like other “open” earbuds, the HUAWEI FreeArc take a different approach. These earbuds rest just outside your ear canal, delivering highquality sound without sealing you off. Whether you’re jogging, doing yoga, commuting, or just hanging out, you can stay connected to both your audio and your environment.
Comfort that lasts all day
Ever removed your earbuds just because your ears needed a break? That shouldn’t happen with the FreeArc buds.
They’re super lightweight, made with skinfriendly materials and have a flexible ear hook design that rests gently on your ears. No pressure. No pinching. No “ear fatigue” after hours of wear. Whether you’re listening to a long podcast or jumping between Zoom calls, you should barely notice they’re there.
Tough enough for all activities
Rain? Sweat? A coffee spill? They should be no problem. The HUAWEI FreeArc buds come with an impressive IP57 water resistance rating, so they’re built to handle real life. Whether you’re sweating through a workout or caught in an unexpected downpour (standard), these earbuds are resilient enough to keep going.
Crystalclear calls, anywhere
And when it comes to taking a call while walking down a busy street? These buds have got your back.
The HUAWEI FreeArc features dual noisecancelling microphones, wind resistance and advanced AI voice isolation. What does this all mean? They’re made to cut through background noise. That means you sound clear to the person on the other end, even in loud environments. No more shouting, repeating yourself, or awkward “Can you hear me now?” moments.
Sleek, stylish, and built for convenience
Some open earbuds are bulky. Others stick out awkwardly. But the FreeArc’s minimalist, modern design blends seamlessly with your look. Whether you’re in gym gear, officewear, or just lounging at home, these earbuds fit right in.
And they don’t just look great – they’re easy to use, too. With intuitive touch controls, adjusting volume, skipping tracks, or taking a call is effortless. A quick doubletap lets you pause music or answer calls, and you slide along either bud to raise or lower the volume. Whether you’re on a run or in the middle of a meeting, everything is at your fingertips.
So, is it time to upgrade your listening experience? If you’ve had enough of oneear listening, missing out on the world around you and earbuds causing you discomfort, these may well be the ones for you.
They work just as well with iPhones as they do with Android devices, and they’re designed for great sound, allday comfort, and full awareness – all within a sleek and durable package. The best bit is, they’re £20 off for the first month, so it’s worth grabbing now at the launch price!
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Simon Cocks is Hearst UK’s Technology Ecommerce Editor, overseeing tech shopping content and strategy across a range of titles including Good Housekeeping UK, Esquire UK, Digital Spy, Men’s Health UK and Women’s Health UK.
Simon specialises in testing the latest smart gadgets, home entertainment gear, headphones, speakers, portable chargers, radios, ebook readers and smartphones. He’s reviewed top tech products from brands including Google, Apple, Amazon, JBL and Bose.
A magazine journalism graduate from Kingston University in 2014, Simon also worked on the Discovery and Silkroad inflight magazines. He then gained experience writing about entertainment at SFX and Total Film. He also contributed reviews and interviews to TwitchFilm (later ScreenAnarchy), CultBox and Frame Rated.
He joined Good Housekeeping UK as the Editorial Assistant for Special Projects and was part of Good Housekeeping’s Consumer Affairs Team between 2014 and 2019. In this role, he conducted price comparison research, wrote detailed household and moneysaving advice guides and edited thousands of indepth reviews for the Good Housekeeping Institute.
He has focused on technology and gadgets since 2020, where he started by testing out power banks and instant cameras. He writes reviews, roundups, news articles and deals updates, and also covers top tech deals during sales like Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
When not testing out the latest gizmos, you’ll find Simon either catching up with the newest releases at his local cinema or out shooting with his beloved compact camera.You can follow Simon on Instagram at @simonrcocks, on Threads at @simonrcocks, and on Twitter/X at @simoncocks.
