CMF Buds Neo Are Here: ANC, 52-Hour Battery and a Price That's Hard to Ignore

CMF by Nothing has launched the CMF Buds Neo in India at an introductory price of ₹1,999, bringing active noise cancellation, Bluetooth 6.0 and up to 52 hours of claimed total playback to the budget TWS segment. The earbuds are positioned as an affordable alternative for users who want features that were previously more common on considerably more expensive wireless earbuds.

CMF Buds Neo: Key specifications

The earbuds come with:

• 12.4mm titanium-coated PET dynamic drivers
• Up to 35dB ANC
• Up to 52 hours of total playback
• Bluetooth 6.0
• Dual-device connectivity
• Four microphones with Clear Voice Technology
• Low-latency gaming mode
• IP55-rated earbuds

The 35dB ANC is one of the biggest attractions at this price. CMF also offers multiple ANC levels and an Adaptive mode designed to adjust noise cancellation according to the surrounding environment.

Battery and design

CMF claims up to 52 hours of total playback with the charging case, although actual endurance will vary depending on factors such as ANC usage and volume. The earbuds also support a quick-charge feature, with 10 minutes of charging providing several hours of playback.

The charging case continues CMF's distinctive design language, with a rotating dial-style element that adds a functional and visual touch.

Price and availability

The CMF Buds Neo are priced at ₹1,999 in India, with sales scheduled to begin on August 26 through Flipkart and retail channels.

At ₹1,999, the combination of ANC, Bluetooth 6.0, large drivers and long claimed battery life makes the CMF Buds Neo a notable new entry in India's budget TWS market.