Xiaomi's first clip-on style buds, the Xiaomi Clip-on, were unveiled back in May alongside the Xiaomi 17 Max launch. Today, the company is introducing the Redmi K100, and the Redmi Clip Neo buds appeared alongside it. Unlike traditional buds that rely on friction to stay in your ear, this style clips around your ear.
The Clip Neo relies on 0.6mm flexible memory titanium wire to give them some springiness, a design that has survived 25,000 bending tests. Skin-friendly silicone is used on the inside parts that touch your ear for long-term comfort. Each bud weighs just 5.3g.
The buds feature 12mm drivers with a dual-magnetic design that boosts volume by 40%. A diamond coating on the diaphragm enables faster transient response. Two microphones enable AI-powered noise reduction for calls, but not for audio. There is a built-in 10-band equalizer with custom settings and four presets. The buds last up to 7 hours on a single charge, and the charging case extends that to a total of 32 hours. They support multi-point connectivity and fast connection when you open the case.
The Redmi Clip Neo have a physical button on each bud, something rarely seen on buds. It handles playback controls, with one press for pause, two for next track, and three for previous track. A long press can summon an AI assistant, and this works on iPhones as well as Android. The Redmi Clip Neo are available in China from Xiaomi's online store for CNY 400, which converts to $60, €54, or ₹5,700. A limited-edition version with a Crying Center-branded carrying pouch, sticker set and custom gift box packaging costs CNY 450. For comparison, the Xiaomi Clip-on buds launched at CNY 800.
Source: GSMArena · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing