Emir Bardakçı
Two days to the speech, Xiaomi is yet again at the doorstep of taking over the audio space with the release of the all-new Xiaomi Buds 5 during the highly anticipated 5th Lei Jun annual speech, which is going live on July 19 at 7:00 P.M. It would draw up a blueprint of Lei Jun’s vision for the future of Xiaomi but bring in something beyond that—subjects for discussion: innovative semi-in-ear headphones with an expected sound quality leap and new design.
Introducing Xiaomi Buds 5: Elegance meets acoustics.
The Xiaomi Buds 5 are an epically huge improvement over the Xiaomi Buds 4 and specifically target all audiophiles or any casual listeners. One of the most conspicuous features on the Buds 5 is this “lossless sound quality,” a term used by Xiaomi to describe the pure and natural sound output these headphones are capable of producing.
Design and Aesthetics
The Buds 5 still feature a semi-in-ear design to ensure comfort and secure holding for a wide spectrum of differently shaped and sized ears. If anything, from the promotional images released, it goes to show that Xiaomi has gone for something sleeker, more refined in design with the Buds 5. The charging case evolves into a shape resembling a rounded rectangle, deviated off the more oval design seen on the Buds 4, giving it modernity and better portability.
It also includes an all-new color option in striking gold to add a touch of class and sophistication to the headphones. This classy option rounds out the color palette, just so customers can choose their style best suited for them.
Superior Sound Quality
Anybody who mentioned that Xiaomi was not critical about the buds’ audio performance needs to take back their words, as it is supported with lossless audio on the Buds 5. One would definitely get very close to the original, with no compression, like what happens with digital files most of the time. This should appeal to people who pick out and appreciate these nuances in high-quality audio tracks.
Comparing with Xiaomi Buds 4
To appreciate the advancements in the Buds 5, it’s helpful to look at the specifications of the Buds 4:
- Active Noise Reduction: This new technology with the Buds 4 featured real-time adjustment of active noise reduction, which has been a stalwart in giving a clean slate of sound.
- LHDC 5.0 Protocol: In the Buds 4, the rebirth of the LHDC 5.0 transmission protocol did arrive with high-definition audio streaming over Bluetooth to match its Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification.
- Price: The Buds 4 were 699 yuan, greatly inheriting that DNA of balanced performance and affordability.
How much different, in terms of pricing and other features, the Buds 5 will be remains to be seen, but with a focus on lossless audio quality and a redesigned aesthetic, it appears Xiaomi may shoot a bit higher in its target market.
What to Expect at the Lei Jun Annual Speech
The 5th Lei Jun annual speech is not just about product launches; it showcases Xiaomi’s strategy, upcoming innovations, and its vision of integrating technology into people’s lives. In this event, other than the buds 5, there might be Xiaomi products or technologies ready to launch.
The Xiaomi Buds 5 further pushing the aggressive Xiaomi stride toward giving users more of what they want from their audio devices. With an all-new, stylish design and new features, like lossless audio support, plus the promise of natural sound, the Buds 5 are in a strong position to dominate their segment. Enthusiasts and casual consumers alike will narrowly wait and stand for the opportunity to try these headphones as soon as release happens. Stay tuned as Xiaomi showcases the Future of Personal Audio at their upcoming event.
