[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Audio

earbuds

Small in-ear audio devices worn inside the ear canal.

Also known as: in-ear headphones

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Earbuds are compact headphones that fit in the ear, ranging from open-fit to sealed in-ear designs. True wireless earbuds have no connecting cable.

See TWS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is earbuds?

Small in-ear audio devices worn inside the ear canal.

What terms are related to earbuds?

Related Audio terms include ENC, bone conduction.

Related Technical Terms

ENC
Environmental Noise Cancellation, which reduces background noise on calls. Audio
bone conduction
Sound delivered by vibrating the skull rather than through the ear canal. Audio
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