Unboxing and Setup

The unboxing experience of the Cleer ARC 3 speaks volumes about its attention to detail. The outer packaging, wrapped in eco-friendly plastic, houses a beautifully designed inner carton that greets you with the words “OWN THE MOMENT.” As you slide open the carton, you’ll find the sleek charging case, a cleaning cloth embossed with the Cleer logo, and clear instructions for setup. The process is straightforward: pair via Bluetooth, connect to the Cleer+ App, and follow simple on-screen prompts. The case screen is responsive and bright, making it easy to navigate through language settings and Bluetooth pairing, ensuring an effortless setup.

The case itself feels incredibly premium. With its high-quality plastic materials, smooth finish, and sturdy hinges, it exudes sophistication and durability. The mirror-like interior is both functional and aesthetic, giving you a magnified view while showcasing the earbuds in all their glory. The earbuds themselves are well-built and secure in the case, making them easy to take on the go.

These earbuds stay in place, even during intense movement, offering a comfortable yet secure fit.

Comfort and Fit

Comfort is key when it comes to wearable tech, and Cleer has excelled here. The adjustable earhooks ensure a secure and customizable fit, while the lightweight design makes wearing them for hours a breeze. They sit comfortably even with glasses on, making them ideal for everyday wear, workouts, or outdoor activities. The earbuds stay in place, even during intense movement, offering a comfortable yet secure fit. Whether you’re running, cycling, or just relaxing, the Cleer ARC 3 ensures that the fit remains perfect throughout.

Sound Quality and Dolby Atmos

When it comes to sound, the Cleer ARC 3 doesn’t just meet expectations – it exceeds them. The sound is rich and immersive while maintaining the open-ear design that lets you stay aware of your surroundings. The bass is deep and impactful, something often lacking in open-ear headphones, while the midrange is clear, and the treble sparkles with detailed clarity. The overall sound profile leans slightly brighter, providing great detail without being harsh.

Changing sound profiles is incredibly easy – either through the case or the Cleer+ App

The real magic comes with the Dolby Atmos optimization. This feature enhances your listening experience, particularly for videos and gaming, by offering a wider soundstage and more immersive audio. The difference is clear when switching between Music Mode and Movie Mode. Music Mode offers a vibrant, dynamic sound, while Movie Mode provides a more cinematic, immersive experience. The Sport EQ profile slightly tames the frequencies, offering a more controlled experience during exercise.

Changing sound profiles is incredibly easy – either through the case or the Cleer+ App – with presets like Rock, Pop, Jazz, and Classical available at your fingertips. You can also create your own Custom profile, fine-tuning the sound to your exact preferences.

Additional Features

The Cleer ARC 3 comes packed with intuitive features that make it stand out in the crowded earbuds market:

• Head Gesture Control: You can control volume and playback using simple head gestures, making it easy to adjust your listening experience without ever touching the earbuds.
• Step Tracker: The built-in step tracker monitors your daily activity, adding a touch of fitness functionality to the ARC 3. Whether you’re out for a walk or hitting the gym, it’s a nice bonus feature for fitness enthusiasts.
• Touch Controls: The earbuds feature easy-to-use touch controls, allowing you to play/pause music, skip tracks, and manage volume with a simple tap.
• Long Battery Life: With up to 50 hours of total battery life (10 hours on a single charge and an additional 40 hours with the case), you can enjoy your music or video content for long periods without needing to recharge. A quick 5-minute charge gives you an extra 1.5 hours of playback.

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We know how important it is to find the best headphones for you; whether they are for your smartphone, music player, laptop or hi-fi system.

So we’ve gathered our picks for the best of the best for active/sports headphones you can buy!

BEST SPORTS HEADPHONES UNDER £50

1. SoundMAGIC P22BT – £39.99

The SoundMAGIC P22BT is suspiciously low-priced for a bluetooth model, but exceeds all expectations. Watch out this summer however, as wearing these constantly may affect your suntan.

READ MORE: SoundMAGIC P22BT Bluetooth Headphone Review

BEST SPORTS EARPHONES UNDER £100

2. SoundMAGIC E11BT – £69.99

The guts of the E11C paired with the power of Bluetooth 5.0 make this earphone a real contender for a budget price. Automatic smartphone controls give you even more freedom from your device while on the go. They claim an absolutely massive battery life as well. 

BUY HERE: SoundMAGIC E11BT Bluetooth Earphones

3. Optoma NuForce BE Sport4 – £89.95

Optoma has enjoyed tremendous success recently with its BE Sport3 model; it’s an earphone which has a remarkably solid build quality and reliability, however Optoma has gone one better with additional sweat and water resistance rated at IPX5 – this means that aside from general moisture resistance, we can have a musical duel with water pistols and suffer no lasting consequences.

READ MORE: Optoma NuForce BE Sport4 Bluetooth Earphone Review

4. Optoma NuForce BE Free5 – £99.99

Between their purported 16-hour battery life between charges (representing 4 hours of continuous play) and their ipx5 water resistance rating,  the Optoma NuForce BE Free5 is a steal at just under £100. Their graphene diaphragm drivers allow for less energy consumption, while their ergonomic design means they won’t fall out constantly while you’re on the move. 

BUY HERE: Optoma NuForce BE Free5 True Wireless Earbuds

BEST SPORTS HEADPHONES OVER £100

5. Sennheiser CX Sport – £119.99

Between Sennheiser sound and build quality, six hours of battery life, and the ability to quick charge, what more could you ask for in a sport headphone? Splash and sweat resistance, you say? Well, guess what? The CX Sport comes through once more. 

BUY HERE: Sennheiser CX SPORT Bluetooth Sports Earphones

Have We Missed Anything Out?

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