Huawei is preparing to mark a turning point in the history of connected headphones with the announcement of the FreeBuds Pro 4. These would be the first wireless headphones in the world to be powered by HarmonyOS NEXT.
A few weeks before the highly anticipated Mate Brand Festival, the Huawei conference scheduled for November 26, 2024we already know that the Chinese giant plans to launch new connected headphones unlike any other. They will succeed the FreeBuds Pro 3.
The new FreeBuds Pro 4, not to be confused with 2021’s FreeBuds 4, should be a significant development in Huawei’s headphone lineup. According to an image shared by the brand, their design is inspired by their predecessors, but they feature several notable aesthetic refinements. The uppers feature subtle striped designs and incorporate capacitive touch controls. We can also note the addition of a gold border and the Huawei Sound logo. In addition to the design, It is on the software side that there would be a lot of changes.
The FreeBuds Pro 4 will run HarmonyOS NEXT
The major innovation would lie in the integration of HarmonyOS NEXT, an operating system developed entirely by Huawei. Unlike previous versions which still relied on the Android Open-Source Project (AOSP), this new iteration promises a smoother and more secure user experience, completely separate from Android. The Chinese manufacturer particularly highlights improved inter-device connection capabilities and enhanced confidentiality.
The FreeBuds Pro 4 will benefit fromnative integration with future Huawei devicesincluding the Mate 70 series and potentially an updated version of the MatePad Pro 13.2.
Rumors also suggest significant improvements to audio features. There technology Huawei Soundsuccessor to Huawei Histen, promises an optimized sound experience. The headphones are also expected to benefit from advanced artificial intelligence capabilities and an improved active noise reduction system.
One of the most anticipated new features is improving the Celia voice assistantwhich would allow you to perform various operations without having to take out your phone. However, we imagine that the latter will remain exclusive to China, as is often the case with this type of technology.
The official presentation of the FreeBuds Pro 4 during the Mate Brand Festival on November 26 will be an opportunity for Huawei to unveil all the features of these innovative headphones, alongside other prestigious products from the brand, including the highly anticipated Mate series. 70.
