The brand Xiaomi has announced its upcoming truly wireless earbuds called Buds 6 (or Redmi Buds 6), after the model number M2540E1 appeared in a UAE certification listing, indicating a global release is near.
Expectations are high because this model follows the Buds 5 series, and may include features such as Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), spatial audio support, aptX or other lossless codecs.
According to the published specs on Xiaomi’s site and other sources:
‑ Design: stem‑type earbuds, each weighing ~5g, charging case approx. 61.01×51.71×24.80mm.
‑ Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, range up to ~10 m in open space.
‑ Battery & usage: Each earbud about 54 mAh, case about 475 mAh; total playback up to ~42 hours with case.
‑ Noise cancellation: “Hybrid ANC” up to ~49 dB, multiple modes for transparency and ambient sound.
Pros:
‑ Excellent value-for‑money potential compared to many TWS earbuds with similar features.
‑ Very good specs: long battery life, recent Bluetooth version, strong ANC, making them suitable for daily use, music and calls.
‑ Light and ergonomic design, comfortable for long listening sessions.
‑ Advanced sound features (custom EQ, spatial sound) increase user experience for audio enthusiasts.
Cons:
‑ Some specs are still unconfirmed and rely on leaks; final product may differ.
‑ Price and availability in Egypt/MENA region unknown; import and taxes may raise cost.
‑ Some high‑end features (lossless codec support, premium IP rating, etc.) might be limited to certain markets or versions.
‑ Accessories, warranty and local support may be less developed at initial launch in some Arab markets.
Key (announced/estimated) Specs:
‑ Bluetooth 5.4.
‑ Battery: Earbuds ~54 mAh each, case ~475 mAh; up to ~42 hours playback.
‑ ANC depth: Up to ~49 dB.
‑ Weight: ~5 g per earbud.
‑ Water/dust resistance: IP54 (for some variants).
Estimated Price in Egypt & Arab Region:
‑ In Egypt: likely around EGP 2,500‑4,000 (estimate).
‑ In other Arab countries: roughly US$ 50‑100, depending on taxes, offers and availability.
