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Nothing, an upstart tech brand from the U.K. that makes products like phones, smartwatches, and headphones, has quickly become one of my favorites lately. Its products offer unique features and designs, and the prices are competitive. Right now, Nothing's CMF Buds Pro 2 earbuds are just $47 (originally $69), the product's lowest price ever, according to price-tracking tools. This is a great option for anyone looking to get earbuds on a budget that punch above their weight.
For under $50, Nothing's earbuds offer better audio quality and features than much pricier competitors. To start, there is a “Smart Dial” on the charging case that lets you control the earbuds. The earbuds have touch controls, but I've never been a fan, and it looks like the people from Nothing aren't either. By rotating the dial, you can change the volume, pause or play, skip tracks, etc. You can customize the dial to use it as you please.
Another surprising feature that other Nothing products have is AI assistance from ChatGPT directly from your earbuds. You get solid active noise canceling (ANC), which is surprising for how much these earbuds cost. They are also P54 rated for dust and splash resistance, so you can wear them in the gym and they will survive if you get caught in the rain. Another cool feature that usually high-end earbuds have is the in-ear detection, which automatically pauses your audio when you remove an earbud and resumes when you put it back in. Nice touch.
What do you think so far?
The Nothing app works for both Android and iOS and has a good number of useful features like Triband EQ, Ultra Bass mode, and customization for the dial and touch controls.
