The unbeatable Huawei Freebuds Pro 3. I mean it. No earbuds checked all the boxes they do. Probably the only thing that is annoying, there is sometimes a hiss, some white noise when in transparency mode in a quiet environment.
@WhatGear I have the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. They sound great, mic quality is excellent, and transparency works very well, but they won't stay in my ears - especially while I'm eating or talking. I've tried every size eartip and even bought some foam tips - nothing worked. Annoying to the point of needing a replacement. I've since tried the Shokz Open Fit - cool idea, but the tip that's supposed to sit on your ear kept digging into my ear, so I had to return them. Then I tried the EarFun Free Pro 3, which sounded pretty good and stayed in well, but became uncomfortable after a few hours of wear. I then tried the Bose QuietComfort Buds (2024), which were comfortable, but the sound quality was disappointing, even after tweaking the EQ. That was really surprising considering the Bose brand used to be so well known for sound quality. I'm currently using the Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro - excellent sound quality, excellent controls, good mic, and they comfortably stay in all day. The biggest downside I've found is the transparency - it's fine, but not quite as good as the Galaxy Buds Pro 3. Do you think the transparency on the LinkBuds Fit is as good as the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro?
I got the xm5 and replaced the foam tips with silicone ones, its so much easier to fit especially for workouts, i recommend trying that for the people who doesnt like foam tips, anyways great video!!! 🎉
Well, me listening to this video on my wf...xm5s, I gotta say this for the rest: IF you have a main device to listen to music from or work from, then get thr linkbuds fit, if not, get the XM5s. I mean this because of noise cancelling, sound quality and most importantly, battery life. Note: if you want them to workout, I wouldn't recommend getting the XM5s, the foam tips won't appreciate your sweat and you'll have to replace them even quicker
Very impressive. I was considering the jabra elite 10 gen 2 but jabra leaving the market leaves a question over their updates. Sony has a good track record of improving the software and firmware of their buds.
Are they made with the same batteries as LinkBuds S? I hope not, because the battery drain problem of the LinkBuds S really sucks, my left earbud dies only after 30 minutes of playback, only after 1 year of use...
I just got the link buds open in the violet color. I was looking for something that didn’t cause ear fatigue. So far, it’s not astoundingly better than my AirPods Pro 2. I do enjoy the ability to hear everything around me without the artificial effect that came from the transparency mode on the AirPods. But I definitely have to give them a solid week of trial before i can say they are any more comfortable.
@@Khoelhutchinsonthey're not terrible, but they are definitely not much more comfortable than my AirPods. I decided to give the Bose open ear that clip around your ear a try now. It's been pretty cool, except for getting a dud right ear bud and needing to go back to best buy for a quick exchange. New unit seems great.
Probably because it's not their most premium option, so you'll consider the even more expensive XM5s if that's important to you. Like how base level iphones still have 60hz screens even though they cost like $1000.
I wish these little things would last at least 8 hours with noise canceling on. It's outrageous to pay so much to have some good earphones for work and commute, but they die on you when you're finishing your shift, so you have to go home without music. I have the Linkbuds S and I'm considering returning them. They're very painful to use (I have some generic Bluetooth earphones with fins and they last like 10-12 hours, no noise canceling but they're comfortable and cheap, but I do want noise canceling)
I have my perfect Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 buds but I am out for something new, something future proof for AuraCast maybe. The PixelBuds Pro 2 are my pick but they lack Hi-Res codecs, not as if that was a gamechanger.
Has anyone tried these yet? I’ve always had issues with tip-based earbuds. I used to use the Samsung Buds Plus, which had a tip support and fit well. Then I switched to an iPhone and bought the AirPods Pro, but they kept slipping after 1-2 minutes. I ended up getting the AirPods 2nd Gen without tips, and they fit perfectly. Now that I’m using the Galaxy S24 Ultra, I’m looking for new earbuds. These earbuds have tips-has anyone found them uncomfortable or prone to falling out, or do they stay secure? Would love some feedback!
I got the XM5 love them but the problem is I hate that form tips they seem way too big for my ear canal when I'm used The large size but when I use the medium sizes too small have the same problem with the XM4s so I have to use tips I got on my XM3 then it finally fits me great I wish Sony would just give us rubber ear tips in the box for the XM5 they seem to do it with their other earbuds Plus I don't think the foam ear tips are that comfortable at least give us rubber in foam in the box
The open are the open air design ones. They have that doughnut with the hole in the middle. No noise canceling, but supposed to help keep you more tune with your environment.
QUESTION! Just out of genuine interest... what headphones are you currently using?
Linkbuds S
I'm using the Sony wh1000XM5 over ear headphones and soundcore ear buds. I'm really liking these link buds tho.
AirPods Pro2
The unbeatable Huawei Freebuds Pro 3. I mean it. No earbuds checked all the boxes they do. Probably the only thing that is annoying, there is sometimes a hiss, some white noise when in transparency mode in a quiet environment.
@WhatGear I have the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. They sound great, mic quality is excellent, and transparency works very well, but they won't stay in my ears - especially while I'm eating or talking. I've tried every size eartip and even bought some foam tips - nothing worked. Annoying to the point of needing a replacement. I've since tried the Shokz Open Fit - cool idea, but the tip that's supposed to sit on your ear kept digging into my ear, so I had to return them. Then I tried the EarFun Free Pro 3, which sounded pretty good and stayed in well, but became uncomfortable after a few hours of wear. I then tried the Bose QuietComfort Buds (2024), which were comfortable, but the sound quality was disappointing, even after tweaking the EQ. That was really surprising considering the Bose brand used to be so well known for sound quality. I'm currently using the Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro - excellent sound quality, excellent controls, good mic, and they comfortably stay in all day. The biggest downside I've found is the transparency - it's fine, but not quite as good as the Galaxy Buds Pro 3. Do you think the transparency on the LinkBuds Fit is as good as the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro?
The mic quality on these is pretty excellent, especially for a bud (non-stem) style.
I got the xm5 and replaced the foam tips with silicone ones, its so much easier to fit especially for workouts, i recommend trying that for the people who doesnt like foam tips, anyways great video!!! 🎉
Same, I use the leftover silicones from my disposed linkbuds.
What silicone tips diid you use? I'm planning to replace the foam tips
Well, me listening to this video on my wf...xm5s, I gotta say this for the rest:
IF you have a main device to listen to music from or work from, then get thr linkbuds fit, if not, get the XM5s. I mean this because of noise cancelling, sound quality and most importantly, battery life.
Note: if you want them to workout, I wouldn't recommend getting the XM5s, the foam tips won't appreciate your sweat and you'll have to replace them even quicker
I wish the battery life better than the linkbuds S
real
Very impressive.
I was considering the jabra elite 10 gen 2 but jabra leaving the market leaves a question over their updates. Sony has a good track record of improving the software and firmware of their buds.
Are they made with the same batteries as LinkBuds S? I hope not, because the battery drain problem of the LinkBuds S really sucks, my left earbud dies only after 30 minutes of playback, only after 1 year of use...
@Javidion same problem bro
I just got the link buds open in the violet color. I was looking for something that didn’t cause ear fatigue. So far, it’s not astoundingly better than my AirPods Pro 2. I do enjoy the ability to hear everything around me without the artificial effect that came from the transparency mode on the AirPods. But I definitely have to give them a solid week of trial before i can say they are any more comfortable.
Would love to hear an update on this.
@@Khoelhutchinsonthey're not terrible, but they are definitely not much more comfortable than my AirPods. I decided to give the Bose open ear that clip around your ear a try now. It's been pretty cool, except for getting a dud right ear bud and needing to go back to best buy for a quick exchange. New unit seems great.
@@HiiiiiiiiieeeeIs it really better at sounding and Noise cancellation? Thinking of buying between Airpods4 and this one.
nice review man. i wonder why theres no wireless charging for such an expensive product tho
It might be due to the case covers possibly
Probably because it's not their most premium option, so you'll consider the even more expensive XM5s if that's important to you. Like how base level iphones still have 60hz screens even though they cost like $1000.
How do these compare to the link buds s? Which do you think is better
Can you please do a video where you compare the Samsung galaxy A55 and the A73?
I am currently deciding which one to buy
I had the xm5 for almost two years and the left earbud stop working meaning no sound only touch still works
You done all the updates?
How did you maintain it for that long? any cleaning tips or battery life tips? please response thanks
I wish these little things would last at least 8 hours with noise canceling on. It's outrageous to pay so much to have some good earphones for work and commute, but they die on you when you're finishing your shift, so you have to go home without music.
I have the Linkbuds S and I'm considering returning them. They're very painful to use (I have some generic Bluetooth earphones with fins and they last like 10-12 hours, no noise canceling but they're comfortable and cheap, but I do want noise canceling)
Are you doing voiceovers for Subway?
Haha no...but if they asked me, I'd do it 😆
I have my perfect Huawei Freebuds Pro 3 buds but I am out for something new, something future proof for AuraCast maybe. The PixelBuds Pro 2 are my pick but they lack Hi-Res codecs, not as if that was a gamechanger.
@@NegyedMisi Tuning > codecs by far. Status 3anc only have aac and sbc, and sound amazing. I can't comment on googles buds, never heard them.
Has anyone tried these yet? I’ve always had issues with tip-based earbuds. I used to use the Samsung Buds Plus, which had a tip support and fit well. Then I switched to an iPhone and bought the AirPods Pro, but they kept slipping after 1-2 minutes. I ended up getting the AirPods 2nd Gen without tips, and they fit perfectly. Now that I’m using the Galaxy S24 Ultra, I’m looking for new earbuds. These earbuds have tips-has anyone found them uncomfortable or prone to falling out, or do they stay secure? Would love some feedback!
I got the XM5 love them but the problem is I hate that form tips they seem way too big for my ear canal when I'm used The large size but when I use the medium sizes too small have the same problem with the XM4s so I have to use tips I got on my XM3 then it finally fits me great I wish Sony would just give us rubber ear tips in the box for the XM5 they seem to do it with their other earbuds Plus I don't think the foam ear tips are that comfortable at least give us rubber in foam in the box
Can the noise cancelling of the linkbuds fit be turned off? If yes, how does this affect battery life?
Of course it can. You can turn it off in the Sound Connect app and the battery will last longer.
Does these support ldac hi res audio on samsung s24 ultra
Yes. They have LDAC.
What about sports? Can you play sports and sweat wearing this?
They do have the appropriate sweat rating and the fit is very secure...so yes, I'd say so
does the case charge wirelessly?
Unfortunately not on these ones
better anc than app or app2? app2 have top tier anc.
Only double and triple tap for controls? Pass.
I went to buy these on Amazon, and it says the Sony linkbuds Open are a newer model. They were £180.
The open are the open air design ones. They have that doughnut with the hole in the middle. No noise canceling, but supposed to help keep you more tune with your environment.
@@Hiiiiiiiiieeeei know what they are, but are they actually newer than the Fit?
They actually came out around the same time e..
It sounds just like you
Lol 😆 maybe i should sign up to some voice-over agencies
GOOD VIDEO
Thanks Mike!
People can not hear any frequency outside of the 20hz to 20000 hz..... Do not fall for marketing jargon.
Lazy review