Besides launching the CMF Phone 2 Pro, the Nothing sub-brand has also updated its true wireless earbuds lineup with the CMF Buds 2, Buds 2 Plus, and the Buds 2a. Each offers active noise cancelling (ANC) technology, but with slightly different sound technologies and features to cater to customers’ different needs and budget.
CMF Buds 2, Buds 2 Plus, Buds 2a Malaysia: Pricing and availability
Just freshly debuted, the CMF Buds 2, Buds 2 Plus, and Buds 2a are already open for pre-order in Malaysia, with open sales to start on the 6th of May. Below are their respective retail prices:
- CMF Buds 2 – RM199
- CMF Buds 2 Plus – RM229
- CMF Buds 2a – RM159
You may drop an order for these products through Nothing’s official website, as well as official stores on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop.
Alternatively, you can also grab them via Nothing’s official retailers nationwide. Though the CMF Buds 2 Plus is available exclusively online. Below are Nothing’s official retailers in Malaysia:
- DirectD
- TMT
- Uban Republic
- Vivid Concepts
- TAC Mobile
- SS Solution
- Nothing Image Store – Plaza Low Yat
CMF Buds 2 specs and features
Let’s jump straight into the specs. The CMF Buds 2 come with 11mm PMI drivers that sport N52 magnets and high-purity copper, which are said to enhance overall sound clarity, together with Dirac Opteo tuning.
Supporting AAC and SBC codecs, the CMF Buds 2 is also equipped with CMF’s Ultra Bass technology 2.0, along with Spatial Audio Effect, just in case you’re looking for a more immersive listening experience.
The CMF Buds 2 are also engineered with a hybrid AC technology that’s said to be able to block out up to 48dB of noise. Calling and voice command (these buds come with ChatGPT integration) are handled by a 6-HD microphone setup, accompanied by Clear Voice Technology 3.0 and Wind Noise reduction 3.0.
Connectivity-wise, you get Bluetooth 5.4 as well as support for Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair. The Dual Connection feature is also thrown in, and the CMF Buds 2 also work with the Nothing X app for features such as a custom EQ and “Find My Earbuds”.
Battery-wise, the buds themselves are equipped with 53mAh cells, well the case gets a 460mAh unit. As to how long they can last, CMF claims you can get up to 7.5 hours from just the earbuds with ANC or Transparency Mode constantly turned on. With the charging case, the figure can be boosted to 32 hours of total playback. With just a 10-minute charge, you should be able to get up to 2.4 hours of playback. This again is with ANC or Transparency Mode switched on.
For durability, the Buds 2 themselves are rated at IP55 for dust and water resistance, while the case is rated at IPX2 for water drip resistance. In terms of colour choices, the CMF Buds 2 come in Light Green, Dark Grey, and Orange.
CMF Buds 2 Plus specs and features
Fitted with 12mm LCP drivers, the CMF Buds 2 Plus are also fitted with the N52 magnets and high-purity copper found in the regular Buds 2. However, the main benefit you get by paying more for the Buds 2 Plus is support for the Hi-Res LDAC codec, along with AAC and SBC to fall back to.
ANC is also here, but the Buds 2 Plus can block out more noise at up to 50dB, and comes with CMF’s Smart Adaptive Mode, along with Spatial Audio Effect.
Connectivity is once again handled by Bluetooth 5.4, with support for Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair, along with Dual Connection. As for calls and voice recognition, you get 6 HD mics with Clear Voice Technology 3.0 and Wind Noise Reduction 3.0 behind the scenes.
The buds themselves are fitted with 53mAh battery cells each, while the case gets a 460mAh cell. With ANC or Transparency Mode switched on, the CMF Buds 2 Plus should be able to last up to 7.5 hours with the buds only, and up to 33 hours with the charging case. A quick 10-minute charge will grant you up to 2.4 hours of listening time with ANC or Transparency Mode switched on.
Like the Buds 2, the CMF Buds 2 Plus and its charging case are rated at IP55 and IPX2, respectively. Colour choices include Blue and Light Grey.
CMF Buds 2a specs and features
Now, we come to the most affordable model, the CMF Buds 2a. Sound-wise, the Buds 2a are fitted with 12.4mm Bio-fibre drivers that have been tuned by Dirac, along with CMF’s Ultra Bass technology 2.0. Codecs supported here include AAC and SBC.
As for ANC, the Buds 2a is said to be able to cancel out up to 42dB of noise, and comes with Transparency Mode too, just in case you need to listen to what your colleague is saying at the office.
For calls and voice command, the CMF Buds 2a offers 4 HD mics with Clear Voice Technology and Wind Noise Reduction 2.0. Connectivity is enabled by Bluetooth 5.4 with Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair thrown in.
In terms of battery, the buds themselves get 43mAh cells, while the case houses a 450mAh unit. With ANC or Transparency Mode switched on, battery life with just the buds is rated at up to 5 hours. Together with the case, battery life can be extended to a total of 23 hours of playback time. With a quick 10-minute charge, you should be able to get back 1.4 hours of listening time with ANC or Transparency Mode switched on.
For durability, the buds and case are rated at IP54 and IPX2, respectively. Colour options include Dark Grey, Light Grey, and Orange.
