CMF Buds 2a officially go on sale in India, here’s what makes them special

Budget TWS have come a long way since the tumultuous origin of this price segment of wireless earphones. Gone are the days when buying a budget TWS meant compromising on basic connectivity, bracing for distorted highs, or charging your buds every few hours. Today, entry-level wireless earbuds are stepping up, with sleek design, dependable sound, and features once reserved for the premium league.

Enter the CMF Buds 2a, launched by Nothing’s sub-brand back in April, and now officially available for purchase in India. With a feature list that reads more flagship than frugal, these buds may just be your next everyday audio essential.

CMF Buds 2a available for purchase in India: Everything you need to know

Let’s start with the essentials. The CMF Buds 2a sport a feather-light build, making them perfect for all-day wear. Inside, you’ll find 12.4mm bio-fibre drivers, enhanced with Ultra Bass 2.0 Technology, aimed squarely at bassheads. The audio tuning is handled by Dirac, a trusted name in digital audio optimisation, adding some serious credibility to the sound profile.

But the real clincher? Active Noise Cancellation up to 42dB. That’s a spec we’re used to seeing on earbuds at least twice the price. Whether you’re tuning out traffic noise, office chatter, or your neighbour’s construction drill, the CMF Buds 2a promise to hold their own.

One of the most impressive aspects of the CMF Buds 2a is how long they can go. You get a total of 35.5 hours of playback with the case, and up to 8 hours from the buds on a single charge, even with ANC turned on.

Running late? No problem. A quick 10-minute charge gives you a staggering 5.5 hours of listening time. It’s clear CMF didn’t just focus on looks and features, they’ve designed these buds to survive your longest playlists, podcasts, or video binges without breaking a sweat.

Gamers using a Nothing phone get treated to a special 110 ms low-latency mode, cutting down on lag during critical in-game moments. The earbuds are also rated IP54 for dust and splash resistance, so whether you’re sweating it out at the gym or caught in a drizzle, you’re covered.

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Connectivity is future-ready with Bluetooth 5.4, Google Fast Pair, and multipoint support, meaning you can pair them with your laptop and phone simultaneously. No more awkward fumbling to switch devices, they handle that for you.

But here’s the curveball – ChatGPT integration. That’s right, the buds let you interact directly with OpenAI’s assistant, straight from your ears. Whether you’re asking for weather updates, setting reminders, or just getting answers on the fly, it’s hands-free, screen-free productivity at its finest.

CMF Buds 2a: Price and availability

At Rs 2,199, the CMF Buds 2a are frankly punching way above their weight class. ANC, ChatGPT, Dirac-tuned sound, low latency mode, and fast charging; this is a wishlist feature set dressed in an affordable package.

You can pick them up in three distinct colours including Dark Grey, Light Grey, and a bold Orange for those who like a pop of colour. Available via leading e-commerce platforms and retail partners like Croma, the CMF Buds 2a are now officially in play.

If you’ve been waiting for a pair of budget earbuds that deliver more than just the basics, the CMF Buds 2a might just be the ones to beat. For more news surrounding the world of tech, stay tuned to Unboxed by Croma.