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Unleash the power of light with Urbanista Phoenix, the world’s first solar powered earphones with a streamlined charging case integrated with Powerfoyle™ solar cell material.
The Urbanista Phoenix true wireless earbuds are defined by their innovative solar-charging case, which extends the already solid battery life. They offer a well-rounded feature set including hybrid ANC, transparency mode, and multipoint connectivity, making them a practical everyday choice. While their sound quality is decent and comfortable, they don't break new ground in audio performance, relying instead on the charging case as their unique selling point. The earbuds are comfortable and reliable, but the limited codec support and some lack of customization options keep them from being truly exceptional.
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
| Driver | 10 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 97 dB/mW |
| Driver | 10 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 10 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 97 dB/mW |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes |
| Battery life | 32 h |
|---|---|
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h |
| Battery incl. case | 34 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min |
| Wireless charging | Yes |
| Active noise cancelling | Yes |
|---|---|
| ANC type | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes |
| Wear detection | Yes |
| Controls | touch |
| Voice assistant | Yes |
| Water resistance | IPX4 |
|---|---|
| USB-C | Yes |
| Pad material | silicone |
| Microphones | 2 |
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3 source(s) feeding this product's score.
Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.
Reviewers agree that the Urbanista Phoenix earbuds stand out for their innovative solar-powered charging case, which works in practice and can reduce the need for plugging in, alongside a comfortable and secure fit.
8:49The reviewer finds the Urbanista Phoenix earbuds to be a solid mid-tier option with good ANC, comfortable fit, and a fun, bass-heavy sound, but the standout feature is the solar-powered charging case, which they tested and found to be genuinely useful rather than a gimmick. They recommend them for anyone wanting something unique and tired of constantly charging gadgets, though they note the sound can be a bit too warm and the treble edgy at high volumes.
4:21The reviewer found the Urbanista Phoenix earbuds to be a solid pair with good sound quality and comfort, though they are a bit pricey. The solar charging case works as advertised, but the battery life fell short of the claimed figures, and the case is large. Overall, the reviewer gives a positive but cautious recommendation, noting the solar feature is a useful gimmick if you remember to use it.
14:13The reviewer finds the Urbanista Phoenix earbuds to be a decent budget option with a unique solar charging case, but notes that the solar charging is impractical in cloudy climates like the UK, and the sound quality and ANC are only average, requiring EQ adjustments to improve. They appreciate the build quality, fit, and the necklace feature, but suggest improvements to treble and energy harvesting.
12:00The reviewer praises the Urbanista Phoenix earbuds for their innovative solar charging case, which allowed them to avoid plugging in the device entirely. They found the sound quality to be well-balanced and enjoyable, with effective EQ controls, and noted the earbuds were comfortable, had a nice fit, and performed well with low latency on a projector. The main drawback mentioned is the larger size of the charging case compared to standard ones, but the reviewer overall recommends the product.
9:10The reviewer is impressed by the innovative solar-powered charging case and secure fit, but is disappointed with the sound quality, which he finds twangy and lacking in bass and treble compared to premium earbuds. He concludes the product is best for eco-conscious everyday users, not audiophiles.
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