CMF has officially launched its latest true wireless stereo (TWS) lineup in India: the Buds 2a, Buds 2, and Buds 2 Plus — expanding its CMF Buds 2 series as promised. Each model targets a different segment of the market with varying features.
CMF Buds 2a
The CMF Buds 2a is the entry-level offering. It features a lightweight design, 42dB Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), a large 12.4mm bio-fibre driver, and enhanced bass performance. It houses 4 HD microphones with Clear Voice Technology and Wind Noise Reduction 2.0 for improved call clarity. Battery life stands at 35.5 hours without ANC and up to 23 hours with ANC active. The Buds 2a are IP54 rated for dust and water resistance and support Bluetooth 5.4 with dual device connectivity.
CMF Buds 2
The CMF Buds 2 positions itself as a mid-range model. It incorporates an 11mm dynamic driver with PMI and PU diaphragm material, Dirac Opteo tuning, Spatial Audio Effect, and Ultra Bass Technology. It offers up to 48dB hybrid ANC and features 6 HD microphones with Clear Voice Technology 3.0 and Wind Noise Reduction 3.0. Battery life peaks at 55 hours without ANC and 32 hours with ANC. It also supports adaptive ANC, transparency mode, and touch controls, alongside an IP55 rating for the earbuds.
CMF Buds 2 Pro
At the top end, the CMF Buds 2 Plus includes Hi-Res LDAC audio codec support, a 12mm dynamic driver with LCP and PU diaphragm, Personal Sound Profile, Ultra Bass Technology 2.0, and Spatial Audio Effect. It offers up to 50dB hybrid ANC and hearing compensation. The Buds 2 Plus features 6 HD microphones with Clear Voice Technology 3.0 and Wind Noise Reduction 3.0. Battery life reaches 61.5 hours without ANC and 33 hours with ANC. It also supports low-latency Game Mode (under 105 ms with Nothing Phones), in-ear detection, and fast charging.
All three models feature Bluetooth 5.4, dual connection support, Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair, and touch controls. Users can customize settings via the Nothing X app, including integration with ChatGPT for voice command features. However, unlike the Buds Pro series, these models do not include a Smart Dial control on the case.
Pricing, availability, and color options
Color options vary across models:
- Buds 2a: Dark Grey, Light Grey, and Orange
- Buds 2: Dark Grey, Light Green, and Orange
- Buds 2 Plus: Blue and Light Grey
The CMF Buds 2a is priced at Rs. 2,199, the Buds 2 at Rs. 2,699, and the Buds 2 Plus at Rs. 3,299. They are available for purchase through Flipkart and select retail partners across India.
Alongside these new earbuds, CMF has also launched the CMF Phone 2 Pro, positioned as an affordable mid-range smartphone with a modular, sealed back for better water resistance. It features a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro 5G processor, 8GB RAM, up to 256GB storage, and a 120Hz refresh rate AMOLED display. The phone will be available to buy starting May 5, 2025, with some interesting launch offers.
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