A Budget Earbuds Surprise: The Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7i

I've been using wireless earbuds for a while now, and I've learned to research them thoroughly before making a purchase. When my daughter asked me to get her some earbuds, I was caught off guard. I didn't think she'd be interested in them so soon. What wireless earbuds should I get for an 8-year-old? Clearly, something budget-friendly was in order. I headed to the nearest store instead of doing more research. There were three shelves of budget earbuds, and I had to ask for help from a consultant. And that's what she recommended:Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7iThe Honor CHOICE Earbuds X7i White were the recommended option. Here's what I found:Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7iThese earbuds are from Honor, a brand that's known for delivering great value for money. They're wireless earbuds, which means I didn't have to deal with any pesky cords. They come with water resistance and noise cancellation, which are features that I really appreciate. I bought them at a local store for 1199 rubles, which I thought was a pretty pleasant price.Here are the key details:Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7iThe Honor CHOICE Earbuds X7i weigh in at just 4.9 grams, making them almost imperceptible in the ears. The ergonomic design ensures a secure fit, and the touch control is a great feature that lets you control the earbuds without needing your phone. Plus, they're protected against dust and water to the IP54 standard.When I opened the box, I was impressed by the compact design. The charging case is a nice oval shape, made of high-quality white plastic that doesn't leave fingerprints or scratches. Of course, if you try hard enough, you can probably manage to scratch it. The front had a sticker, but my daughter managed to peel it off after a while.The magnetic charging docks inside the case do a great job of holding the earbuds in place. Even if you flip the case over and shake it, the earbuds stay put.Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7iThe lid opens smoothly and easily. The front has a little indicator light. When you open it, the light is green, and when it's charging, it's red. At the bottom, there's a charging dock.To get the earbuds working, you'll need to download the app on your phone. The QR code for the app download is on the back of the box - pretty straightforward. I tried installing the app on my daughter's Realme Note 50, and I had some issues with pairing. The headphones wouldn't connect at first, but after retrying about 5 times, I managed to get them connected. After that, everything worked smoothly, and the connection didn't drop.The app itself is pretty simple and easy to use. You can customize each headphone to your liking.The 12.4mm composite diaphragm drivers deliver clean sound with a focus on deep bass and high frequencies. Intelligent algorithms ensure precise audio positioning for maximum immersion.HONOR's hybrid noise-cancellation tech does a great job of silencing sounds up to 45dB. You can adjust the intensity of the feature in the HONOR AI Space app. There's also a transparency mode for safe city navigation. The earbuds themselves have dual microphones for clear calls, and they even amplify your voice during conversations.I have to admit, I didn't expect the sound quality to be this good. But these budget earbuds really surprised me. The sound is pleasant, and they're loud enough – you can even hear the bass. Of course, it's not like being at a concert, but it's still a great sound. My kid is absolutely loving them, and for modern music, the sound is almost too good.Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7iThe earbuds stay connected to your phone even when you're actively moving your head – it's really impressive. The touch-sensitive buttons let you control the earbuds without needing your phone.The noise-cancellation is amazing. For safety reasons, I don't let my kid walk around in these earbuds in the city, as they block out the world around them. In one ear, you can still hear the music, but it has to be playing at a low volume.Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7iThe earbuds do take calls, and the speakers work great – my conversation partners can hear each other clearly.On the battery life, the manufacturer wasn't exaggerating. Without the case, the earbuds last up to 8 hours, and with the case, they can go up to 40 hours. My daughter only charges them every 3 weeks or so, but that depends on how often she listens to music. The case itself charges in under an hour.Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7iI've been using the Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7i for three months now, and I'm still impressed. I thought they'd last me two weeks, but nope – they're still going strong. The earbuds fit comfortably in my kid's ears, even with the smallest ear tips. Everything's in place, and they haven't fallen out once. I have to say, Honor has really surprised me.Honor TWS Choice Earbuds X7iHonor TWS Choice Earbuds X7iThanks for reading!Good luck with your purchases!