Until now, this feature has largely been limited to Apple-branded headphones, but affordable audio brand 1More seems to have broken new ground by offering Spatial Audio with head-tracking technology in its new Aero True Wireless headphones a a very low price. .
The feature-rich buds also offer improved noise cancellation compared to the company's previous in-ear headphones, as well as the company's AI-powered Smart Loudness technology, which 1More says offers better listening at higher volumes by automatically adjusting the equalization curve to save. detail.
The earcups contain 10mm carbon-capped drivers that bring the Aero's weight down to 4,9 grams per bud, while Grammy-winning sound engineer Luca Bignardi fine-tuned the soundstage.
There's no mistaking Aero's great calling card though, with Aero's spatial audio support for using gyros built into both buttons, this 1More claim can create a 3D surround sound scene that adapts to your movements. head.
This feature potentially ranks the Aero alongside Apple's AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 3, both of which feature dynamic head tracking for spatial audio as a key selling point.
What's unclear at this point is whether the Eros support Dolby Atmos music/movie or Apple's own Spatial Audio platform. We've reached out to a 1More spokesperson and will update you when we have confirmation.
Outside of Spatial Audio, there's also Bluetooth 5.2 support with Aero capable of connecting to two devices simultaneously, Qi wireless charging, and an impressive 28-hour playtime from the built-in battery. A quick charge function provides up to three hours of battery life with just 15 minutes plugged into the mains.
The buttons feature what 1More claims is their best noise canceling performance from a button set, with their frequency range extended from 40Hz to 4000Hz. The Aero comes with five different ANC modes, including a smoothing mode for quieter environments, as well as an adaptive noise cancellation mode that automatically adjusts the degree of noise cancellation based on ambient outside noise. A transparency mode amplifies voices and ambient noise.
The 1More Aero is officially priced at €109 / €99, but is currently available on Amazon for €20 / €20 via coupons, or through 1More's US site and UK site using the code 'AERO20'.
Analysis: 3D functionality sets the Aero apart from other budget headphones, but can they match up to AirPods?
1MORE has built a decent reputation for its line of headphones, consistently delivering performance beyond its affordable price points.
Its Triple Driver in-ear headphones earned five stars in our review a few years back, and they're still one of our top picks in our best headphones guide. Meanwhile, the brand's 1MORE Sonoflow in-ear headphones with ANC scored an impressive 4.5 stars in our recent review.
However, the addition of audio spatial head tracking is a big step forward for the brand, as it's a feature yet to be seen in true wireless earphones in this medium.
Apart from Apple's recent AirPods, only the much more expensive Beats Studio Buds, Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro, Buds Live and Buds 2, and LG's T90 Tone Free feature similar technology.
The big question is how well the Eros deliver its 3D surround sound compared to its more expensive rivals. We can't wait to put the buttons and their primary function to the test. Look out for a full TechRadar review in the future.