Xiaomi Clip Earbuds: clip-on headphones with AI translator and IP57 protection

The industry of wireless accessories received a landmark addition: the well-known brand presented Xiaomi Clip Earbuds – its debut clip-on headphones of an open type. The model is aimed at users who are looking for a balance between high-quality sound reproduction and the need to keep in touch with the surrounding world. Due to the special design and well-thought-out ergonomics, the novelty offers a fundamentally different level of comfort and safety than the usual in-channel headsets.

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The novelty is the company’s first device in the unique open “clip” form factor. Due to the subtleties of localization, a little confusion arose: on the official Chinese resource, the headset was marked simply as “Xiaomi clip-on headphones”, professional insiders nicknamed the device Clip-on, but in the international online store, the model appeared under the official global name Xiaomi Clip E.

This design is attached to the outside of the ear. This prevents complete isolation of the auditory canal and allows the user to clearly hear all the sounds of the external environment in parallel with listening to audio.

Characteristics and features of Xiaomi Clip Earbuds

The basis of the acoustic part of Xiaomi Clip Earbuds is a productive 11-mm dynamic driver. Thanks to advanced equipment, the novelty provides unprecedented sound quality for its form factor. The main technical parameters include:

• Wireless audio support: The headphones are Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified. Premium LHDC 5.0 codec, as well as standard AAC and SBC codecs are used to transmit a high-quality signal.
• Noise suppression system during a call: Voice capture is provided by three sensitive microphones. Additionally, a specialized bone conduction sensor is built-in, which effectively filters out ambient noise during phone calls.
• Reliable Header: The construction of the connecting bridge is made of titanium wire with a memory effect. The mechanism tightly and securely holds the clips on the ear cartilage, while the delicate clip weighing only 5.5 g does not cause discomfort during long hours of use.
• Quality fittings and assembly: The surface has a premium glossy finish, and the transport case has a stylish finish made of soft eco-leather. The model is available in four trendy colors: black, white, gold and purple.
• Reliable dust and moisture protection: The IP57 standard protects electronics from rain, splashes and sweat during active training.

Unique intellectual capabilities

Since the open type of design involves the risk of dispersing the sound wave into the environment, Xiaomi engineers have implemented a smart directional radiation system. Using special technologies of phase inversion and generation of reverse waves, the device effectively delays sound, excluding its propagation to the outside and protecting the privacy of conversations.

The software shell of Xiaomi Clip Earbuds has a close integration with the Xiaomi HyperOS ecosystem, which makes it much easier to quickly switch between brand devices and exchange audio. In addition, the gadget is adapted to integrate with the iOS ecosystem, supporting Apple’s standard Find My geolocation tracker to easily find a lost headset.

Thanks to the integration of the XiaoAI smart assistant, advanced AI algorithms are implemented:

• Instant two-way language translation in real-time using 21 popular languages;
• Creating a text transcript of the dialogues listened to, right during the dialogue;
• Automatic generation of smart text summaries (summaries) based on recorded conversations.

Headphone autonomy

Despite the smallness of the case, the capacity of the built-in power cells is enough for continuous operation of the device until 9:00 in the mode of active sound reproduction. Thanks to the battery reserve in the complete eco-leather case, the total battery life of the device is extended to 38 hours. Additional convenience is created by a quick five-minute recharge, which guarantees about two additional hours of playing tracks.

Price of Xiaomi Clip Earbuds

The cost of an innovative accessory is formed depending on the region of sale:

• In the domestic Chinese market, the base retail price is set at UAH 5,084 ($124), while taking into account the temporary discount valid at the start of sales, the gadget is available at a special price of UAH 4,797 ($117).
• In global online catalogs, import stores offer to purchase the international version for UAH 6,560 ($160).