Just when you think you've seen everything the true wireless headphone market has to offer, a little gem pops up. You may not have heard of emerging audio brand Lypertek yet, but expect to hear a lot soon: its Lypertek Tevi true wireless earbuds are some of the best we've tested, especially given their low price. With USB-C charging, well-balanced sound, long battery life, and water resistance, it ticks all the boxes you could ask for, from what is essentially a cheap pair of buds. The Lypertek Tevi might surprisingly blow your mind.
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Prices and availability
- Lypertek Tevi (black) at Amazon for € 99
The Lypertek Tevi True Wireless Earbuds are on sale now, a great deal at $99 (about $130 / AU$185). While it's not a pocket buy at this price, it's definitely a bargain given the quality of what's on offer, and still in the realm of what we'd consider budget-friendly. You'll be hard pressed to find a better sounding pair of headphones for the money and with a similar feature set.
(Image credit: Future) For comparison, the Apple AirPods (2019) are $159 / £159 / AU$249, and they're still the most popular true wireless earbuds, though that title is likely to fall into the hands of Apple AirPods Pro quickly, regardless of the lack of Apple. audiophile diplomas. Read our roundup of the best true wireless earbuds to see how the rest of the competition stacks up, but keep in mind that the Tevi stand out against just about every other competitor on this list.
Integrated
The Lypertek Tevi doesn't break the mold when it comes to the function and design of a pair of true wireless earphones. The left and right buttons are placed in a pill-shaped charging case, magnetically interlocked. The case itself contains a battery and placing the buttons inside it will charge them, as long as the case has been powered. The pairing of the Lypertek Tevi is slightly different from some of the other true wireless earbuds we've used. With Qualcomm's TrueWireless Plus technology, you pair the right earbud first (via Bluetooth 5.0), before you're prompted to pair the left earbud separately.
(Image credit: TechRadar) After that point, they work just like any other pair of wireless earbuds: take them out of their case and they'll automatically reconnect with your source device of choice, insert them into the case and they'll snap in. They will turn off and start charging. But it also opens up the possibility of using them as a single mono headset independent of each other, thanks to their discreet connection to the source, useful if, for example, you only want to use them as Bluetooth headsets for calls. So far, this is the standard rate. But the first point that makes the Lypertek Tevi stand out from the crowd is the 70-hour battery life. That's 10 hours on buds and six more full charges housed in the case. That's a remarkable amount of juice here, and while your mileage will vary depending on how loud you play your tracks, most rival true wireless earphones would be in a respectable position if they offered half as much. You'd think that would lead to bulky, bulky heads and a giant charging case, but the Lypertek Tevi doesn't. While it's not small at roughly 8cm x 3cm x 4cm in size, its case is perfectly tacky and even includes USB-C charging, which is superior to the cheaper microUSB, thanks to its reversible nature and charging features. quick. Similarly, the buds themselves (which eschew the AirPods' rod-like plugs for a bud-only aesthetic) are relatively small, protruding from the ear only a small amount.
(Image credit: Future) Some fatigue is inevitable during longer listening sessions, but the headphones are light enough that it only takes hours for any real discomfort to set in. In addition, there are four styles of ear tips to choose from - small, medium and large silicone - and one size fits all - 'Flexfit' foam ear tip set for everyone, similar to the material found with ear plugs. disposable ears. cushions As such, it's easier to find a comfortable fit—our money's on the foam tips, which provided the best insulation against outside noise. The buttons themselves also house physical buttons, controlling everything from playback and volume to answering calls and calling any voice assistant you want. While it can be a bit uncomfortable to press objects that are literally stuck in your ears, they are much more reliable than touch controls. Also note that headphone volume controls are independent of your source device; Although confusing at first, they have proven beneficial, giving you more granular control over volume levels and allowing the Lypertek Tevi to achieve sound levels. Volume very high. If it is desired.
(Image credit: Future) What the Lypertek Tevi doesn't have is flashy design. The fabric-covered case is gray and nondescript (apart from an optional lanyard attached to one end, presumably for hanging a key ring or the like), and the buttons are functional too, with a small silver ring encircling the area of the button where the subtle The Lypertek logo lives on. Mais nous préférons une paire qui s'estompe dans l'arrière-plan plutôt que d'attirer l'attention sur elle-même de toute façon, et l'étui recouvert de tisu facilitate la recherche lorsqu'il est cache au fond de votre Bag. And while the Lypertek Tevi doesn't offer wireless charging or noise cancellation, we don't expect them to at this price point, which explains the fact that they offer IPX7 waterproofing, pretty much. To see them survive a shower without making a fuss: it's the icing on the cake of a design that offers a bargain.
Ring
For a long time, we were used to making compromises for the audio quality of truly wireless headphones - an emerging technology, the form factor was practical enough to ignore any audio glitches. But that's no longer an excuse, thanks to great sound like the Sony WF-1000XM3 and Cambridge Audio Melomania 1.
(Image credit: TechRadar) That a €99/€130 head game is able to challenge this legendary competition is a fantastic and welcome surprise. Lypertek Tevi's 6mm graphene drivers, with buds supporting SBC, AAC and aptX codecs, deliver some of the most natural and balanced sounds we've enjoyed from a pair of headphones all year. Where the Lypertek Tevi excels is in its almost neutral sound. This is what audiophiles are looking for: the ability to hear songs and soundtracks the way their creators intended, without tweaks that unnecessarily exaggerate the elements of a mix. As a result, bass enthusiasts may want to look elsewhere, as the bass doesn't dominate the soundstage here, but for all it's a very faithful representation of the melodies it presents.
(Image credit: Future) The Lypertek Tevi are beautifully detailed. Listen to an all-time favorite, Bjork's Hyperballad, a wonderful mesh of sub-bass, brilliant samples, strings, rhythms and synths, and the whole song is open. The decay of processed drum, the swell of a synth, the dance of an arpeggiated computer lead line between your ears: the Tevi knows exactly how to handle them and where to place them. Jump on something a little more complicated and he's just as adept. The opening bars of Phoebe Bridgers' “Motion Sickness,” with its roaring, sustained guitar chord and palm-punctuated lead notes, are distinct and spacious. A little more depth could be found on the soundstage, but that's less of a concern, with Bridgers' velvety vocals sitting comfortably up front.
(Image credit: Future) In Daniel Avery's 'Naive Response' electronica and the scope of the Tevi is revealed. By adapting to all digital hand and synth arpeggios, he reveals how tight the bass can be when pushed by something a little more mechanical. There's a bit of unwanted hiss at extreme volume levels, but otherwise it's really hard to find fault with the presentation. It is exceptional and outrageous considering the price.
Verdict
It's not often that we're caught off guard with a new brand that outperforms the big boys, but Lypertek's Tevi earphones are a fantastic entrant in the true wireless wars. Affordable without being cheap in looks, feature-rich without bloat, and considerate in sound, the Lypertek Tevi punched well above its weight and price. Even if you have enough cash for much more expensive buds, the Tevi will probably be worth the budget, as long as you don't need noise-canceling technology. They are superb. Prices - Lypertek Tevi: ▼