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General

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Series

Method1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Maker line name Method, as in Method 360 ANC.

Liberty1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026Maker line name Liberty. The product is named Anker soundcore Liberty Buds 2 and shows as Anker Liberty Buds 2 over Bluetooth.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

S2MFW-T001, S2MFW-T987, S2MFW-T7401Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Store product data SKUs: S2MFW-T001 Bone, S2MFW-T987 Primer, S2MFW-T740 True Black.2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbuds.jsonRead 15 October 2026Store product data SKUs for the three colours.

D1206, D1206ZQ1, D1206Z21, D1206Z11, D1206GQ1, D1206G21, D1206G112Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-calls.jsRead 20 October 2026D1206 is the model in the manual. US store SKUs are D1206ZQ1 Mother of Pearl Version, D1206Z21 Silver White and D1206Z11 Glossy Black. The UK and EU stores list D1206GQ1, D1206G21 and D1206G11 for the same barcodes.

GTIN / EAN

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194644348724, 194644366193, 1946443655612Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-calls.jsRead 20 October 2026Barcodes of the three US variants. Each is a valid UPC-A number and the UK and EU stores list the same barcodes.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

8 January 20268Press articletechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandys-new-earbuds-put-ai-in-your-ears-but-theres-a-catchRead 15 October 2026Article dated 8 January 2026: the newly launched Method 540 ANC.9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandy-method-540-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: unveiled on January 8, 2026 at the annual CES tech conference.

3 September 202614Press articletechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/my-favorite-earbuds-of-the-year-just-got-an-open-ear-makeover-as-this-top-cheap-headphone-brand-debuts-7-new-modelsRead 20 October 2026Article of 3 September 2026 reports the Liberty Buds 2 among the products unveiled at IFA 2026.

Status

Available1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Store page has an Add to cart button at 149.99 USD.8Press articletechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandys-new-earbuds-put-ai-in-your-ears-but-theres-a-catchRead 15 October 2026Available now in the US per the article.

Available2Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-calls.jsRead 20 October 2026US store product feed lists all three colours as available on the access date.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$149.991Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026US store price 149.99 USD, the same as the launch reporting. Excludes sales tax.8Press articletechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandys-new-earbuds-put-ai-in-your-ears-but-theres-a-catchRead 15 October 2026Available now in the US for 149.99 USD.

$129.991Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026US store price is $129.99. TechRadar reports $129.99 at launch.14Press articletechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/my-favorite-earbuds-of-the-year-just-got-an-open-ear-makeover-as-this-top-cheap-headphone-brand-debuts-7-new-modelsRead 20 October 2026Sells for $129.99 and 129.99 GBP.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, GB, EU, CA1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026US store. The UK, EU and Canada stores list the same three SKUs in their product data.3Maker product pageskullcandy.co.uk/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbuds.jsonRead 15 October 2026UK store product data lists the same SKUs, priced in GBP. GBP is not stored.4Maker product pageskullcandy.eu/en-de/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbuds.jsonRead 15 October 2026EU store product data lists the same SKUs, priced in EUR. No launch price source was found for the EU, so no EUR price is stored.5Maker product pageskullcandy.ca/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbuds.jsonRead 15 October 2026Canada store product data lists the same SKUs, priced in CAD.

US, GB, EU2Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-calls.jsRead 20 October 2026US, UK and EU soundcore stores all sell Liberty Buds 2.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Bone, Primer, True Black1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Colour selector: Bone, Primer and True Black. TechRadar saw only black and white at its review time.2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbuds.jsonRead 15 October 2026Store product data: option values Bone, Primer and True Black.

Mother of Pearl Version, Silver White, Glossy Black1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026US store colour names, verbatim.

Segment

Music1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Maker sells it as noise canceling earbuds for everyday and on-the-go listening. The store tags include gym and travel. Stored as music, not as sport.

Music1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026Listed in the soundcore Liberty true wireless line. The page title says earbuds for calls, but the line is the music line, so music is stored.

Design

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Form factoriIn-ear seals the ear canal with a tip. Semi-in-ear rests in the outer ear without a seal. Open-ear leaves the ear canal unobstructed.

In-ear1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Page: ear gels and fit fins in S, M and L. The store tags the product as in ear.

In-ear1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026In-ear earbuds with ear tips that seal the ear canal.

Bud shapeiStem describes an extending control or microphone stalk. Stemless describes a compact body without a stalk.

Stemless1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Page gallery shows a compact earbud body with a gel tip and no stalk.

Stemless1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026Maker image and TechRadar describe lightweight earbuds without long stems.14Press articletechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/my-favorite-earbuds-of-the-year-just-got-an-open-ear-makeover-as-this-top-cheap-headphone-brand-debuts-7-new-modelsRead 20 October 2026Lightweight, without long stems.

Use one bud aloneiWhich earbud can operate alone. This does not mean two earbuds can play from different sources.

Either bud1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Page feature list: Use Either Bud Solo.

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Drivers and sound

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Drivers per budiAudio transducers in one earbud. Rows distinguish their type, acoustic role and published diameter. Do not count microphones.

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Diameter (mm)
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Source1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Technical Specifications: Driver Diameter 12mm. The page does not state the driver type, the role or the count per earbud.9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandy-method-540-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: 12mm drivers with tuning by Bose.

Bsoundcore Liberty Buds 2

Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
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Source3Maker product pageuk.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-calls.jsRead 20 October 2026UK page text: a single 9.2 mm PU + LCP composite diaphragm driver. The manual lists a 9.2 mm driver unit. The driver type is not stated.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: Driver Unit 9.2 mm. One driver per bud is taken from the single diaphragm in the product text.

Driver typeiPublished transducer technology. High-excursion, composite and neodymium do not by themselves establish a driver type.

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Driver sizeiLargest explicitly published circular driver diameter in one earbud. A rectangular driver width is not a diameter.

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Drivers per budiTotal audio transducers in one earbud, summed from explicit driver quantities. A row with an unknown quantity makes the total unknown.

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Diaphragm material

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PU + LCP composite1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026US and EU page text: a single PU + LCP composite diaphragm. The US page meta description and TechRadar say wool-paper drivers, which does not match the page text.

Frequency responseiPublished acoustic frequency response of the earbuds. Codec transmission bandwidth alone does not qualify. Conditions belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Technical Specifications: Frequency Response 20Hz - 20KHz. Test conditions are not stated.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: 20Hz - 20kHz. No measurement conditions given.

Impedance

16Ω1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Technical Specifications: Impedance 16 Ohm.

16Ω4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: 16 ohm.

SensitivityiPublished acoustic sensitivity. The electrical reference and frequency must be stated in sensitivity_reference or the source note.

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Sensitivity reference

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Max sample rateiHighest supported audio sample rate under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. This does not establish lossless playback.

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Max bit depthiHighest supported audio bit depth under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. Bluetooth version alone does not establish this.

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Adaptive EQiAn inner mic tunes the sound to your ear in real time

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Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

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Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026HearID 5.0 analyzes the hearing profile.

Onboard EQ

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of independently adjustable custom equalizer frequency bands. Availability may require current firmware, an app or a compatible device.

51Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Customizable 5-Band EQ Mode.6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Preset EQ and custom 5-band EQ section.

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EQ presetsiNamed equalizer sound presets. Noise-control modes and spatial-audio modes are separate features.

Music, Bass Boost, Podcast1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: 3 Preset EQ modes (Music, Bass Boost and Podcast). The help page adds a Custom mode, which is not stored as a preset.6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Preset EQ section lists Music, Bass Boost, Podcast and Custom. One sentence also names movies, which the list does not. Custom is not stored as a preset.

Anker Signature, Clear Vocals, Powerful Bass, Calm and Soothing, Anker Balanced4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Sound effects section lists five presets. Custom EQ can also be created. The number of custom bands is not stated.12Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Improve-Sound-Quality-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026Curated Sound Effects are found under HearID in the app. A custom EQ curve can be built from the same menu.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial or surround audio processing supported with the source and platform conditions stated in the source note.

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Dolby Audio4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Dolby Audio, Music Mode, a fixed spatial audio effect. The battery FAQ calls it Dolby Atmos.

Head trackingiSpatial audio changes with head movement. Static spatial processing alone does not qualify. Compatible device or content requirements belong in the source note.

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No4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026The manual describes a fixed spatial audio effect, so there is no head tracking.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Adjustable 4-Mic Active Noise Canceling.

Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026Product text: 6-sensor full-band ANC system with Anker Thus AI chip. The listing images also show Adaptive ANC 4.0.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses exterior microphones. Feedback uses interior microphones. Hybrid uses both. Adaptive control is separate from microphone placement.

Hybrid7Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/the-feed/sound-by-bose-method-360-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Maker blog: adjustable 4-mic hybrid ANC. The same blog lists 42 hours with ANC off, wear detection and LE Audio in a side-by-side table that shares values with the Method 360 ANC. Those three claims are not stored because the product page and help page do not state them.

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ANC microphones in both earbudsiPhysical microphones used by ANC across the pair. A shared call and ANC microphone counts once. Case microphones and vibration sensors are excluded.

41Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: adjustable 4-mic active noise canceling. Four microphones across the pair.

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Adaptive ANCiANC strength or calibration adjusts automatically to noise, fit or ear acoustics. The source note states the adjustment conditions.

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Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026Listing images show Adaptive ANC 4.0 and the manual describes ear-canal adaptive ANC that adjusts to the ear shape.7Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Choose-the-Right-Ambient-Sound-Mode-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026Adaptive Mode adjusts to the environment, towards Transparency in quiet places and towards stronger ANC in loud ones.

ANC levelsiNumber of selectable ANC strength levels. Excludes ANC off, transparency and activity profiles unless they explicitly set distinct strength levels.

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54Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Ambient sound section: Noise Cancellation Level 1 to 5. The FAQ groups them as Natural levels 1 to 4 and Deep level 5.7Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Choose-the-Right-Ambient-Sound-Mode-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026Noise Cancellation has five levels, Natural 1 to 4 and Deep 5.

ANC attenuation (claimed)iManufacturer maximum claimed noise attenuation. Frequency and measurement conditions belong in the source note. This is not reviewer-measured overall attenuation.

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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Adjustable Stay-Aware Mode.

Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Ambient sound section lists Transparency.7Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Choose-the-Right-Ambient-Sound-Mode-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Adjustable Stay-Aware Mode. The help page describes a slider in the app.6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Adjustable ANC and Stay-Aware section: a slider in the app sets the Stay-Aware level.

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Automatic ANC and transparency blendiAutomatically blends active cancellation with ambient sound. Automatic activity-based switching between separate modes alone does not qualify.

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Conversation detection

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Wind noise reductioniA documented physical design or processing feature for reducing wind noise. The source note distinguishes mesh or shape changes from selectable processing.

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Yes15Reviewscarbir.com/tws/anker-liberty-buds-2-reviewRead 20 October 2026The app has a Wind Noise Reduction switch. The default ANC can let in a bit of wind noise. This is a selectable processing feature.

Measured

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Frequency response notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bass amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the bass range. Positive means more bass. Target, test method and settings belong in the source note.

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Treble amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the treble range. Positive means more treble. Values from different targets may not be directly comparable.

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Deviation from target (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Consistency between fittings (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Harmonic distortion (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Sound leakage (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation, best (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Call quality notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Scarbir reports clear, natural calls in noise, including wind. Sudden sounds such as laughter or a toilet flush are inaudible to the caller. Vehicle acceleration and door slams can add a brief metallic edge. The line can turn metallic with small hiccups when the earbuds are connected to two devices and one goes out of range. Bought by the reviewer. Firmware is not stated.15Reviewscarbir.com/tws/anker-liberty-buds-2-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review text on call quality in noise and wind. No numbers are stored.

Mic low-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency in game mode (measured)iThe best case the buds can reach. Measured by a reviewer

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-tested operation from one full charge of the earbuds. Excludes case recharges. ANC, codec, connection, volume and tested edition belong in the row or source note.

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Bsoundcore Liberty Buds 2

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	7

Source15Reviewscarbir.com/tws/anker-liberty-buds-2-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review of 9 October 2026 says battery life on a single charge comes in at 7 hours with music and ANC on. The reviewer bought the earbuds. Volume, codec and firmware are not stated. Without music and with ANC on the reviewer got a bit over 8 hours.

Longest tested use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only duration among stored reviewer tests. Modes and settings may differ between tests and products.

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Battery life with case (measured)iReviewer-tested total including earbuds and case recharges. Do not calculate this by multiplying one-charge runtime by claimed recharge count.

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Full charge time (measured)iBuds in the case, 0 to 100 %. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight per bud (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Microphones and calls

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Voice microphones in both earbudsiPhysical call and beamforming microphones across the pair. Excludes case microphones and vibration sensors. Shared ANC microphones can also count here when used for calls.

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61Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026Product text: 8 sensors, 3 mics + 1 bone-conduction sensor per bud. That is 6 microphones across the pair. The 6-sensor ANC system and the call microphones are the same physical microphones as far as the text says.

All microphones in both earbudsiEvery physical microphone across the pair, including call and ANC microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes the charging case and voice vibration sensors.

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61Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 20263 microphones per bud, 6 in total. The bone-conduction sensors are not microphones and are excluded.

Bone conduction voice sensoriA dedicated bone or jaw conduction sensor for detecting speech vibrations. A microphone or speech-detecting accelerometer alone does not prove this architecture.

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Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 20261 bone-conduction sensor per bud.

Mic noise reduction

AI1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Clear Voice Smart Mic. The help page says it uses artificial intelligence to isolate the speaker's voice.6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Clear Voice Smart Mic section: artificial intelligence isolates the speaker's voice and reduces background noise.

AI1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026Thus AI isolates the speech from the background on calls.

Call audio bandwidthiHighest supported call-audio bandwidth. Compatible phone, operating system, call app or network requirements belong in the source note.

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Mic mute controliAn earbud control that mutes the microphone during calls. Includes touch or pressure gestures and physical buttons. Phone/app-only controls do not qualify.

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No15Reviewscarbir.com/tws/anker-liberty-buds-2-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review says there is no mute button like on the Liberty 5.

SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Natural Voice Sidetone for Calls.

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Connectivity

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Chip

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ANKER Thus AI1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026Powered by Anker Thus AI Chip. The page says World's First refers to NOR Flash CIM chips and 150 times computing power is against the previous flagship earbud chip.

Connections

Bluetooth1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list and specs: Bluetooth 5.3 only.

Bluetooth4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Compliance section: open ports are Classic Bluetooth and BLE. There is no 2.4 GHz or wired mode.

Bluetooth

5.31Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Technical Specifications: Connection Type Bluetooth 5.3. The page does not list codecs.

6.14Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: Bluetooth Version 6.1.

Bluetooth codecs

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SBC, AAC, LDAC5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/product-description/a08e200000d1QBkAAMRead 20 October 2026Supported Bluetooth Codec: AAC, SBC, LDAC. The manual says LDAC runs at 660 kbps in its battery test. Scarbir also lists AAC and LDAC.

Bluetooth profiles

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LE Audio

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Auracast

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth connections to multiple source devices. Pairing memory and switching through a manufacturer account alone do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Multipoint Pairing.6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Multipoint Pairing section: pair with two devices at once, but they do not play simultaneously.10Reviewsoundguys.com/skullcandy-method-540-anc-gets-skull-ai-151116Read 15 October 2026News article: Bluetooth multipoint.

Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Dual Connections is enabled by default. Two Bluetooth devices at the same time.

Multipoint devicesiMaximum source devices concurrently connected by Bluetooth, not the number remembered in pairing history.

26Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Multipoint Pairing section: two devices at once. The earbuds reconnect to the two most recently paired devices.

24Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Two Bluetooth devices at the same time.

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Paired devices rememberediMaximum remembered Bluetooth source pairings. This is separate from simultaneous multipoint connections.

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Google Fast Pair.10Reviewsoundguys.com/skullcandy-method-540-anc-gets-skull-ai-151116Read 15 October 2026News article: Bluetooth 5.3, Google Fast Pair and Bluetooth multipoint.

Google Fast Pair4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Google Fast Pair on Android 6.0 or later.

Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

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10m4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: 10m (32ft).

Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

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Receiver connector

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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiBoth connection types can play audio together. Quick switching between independent modes does not qualify.

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Latency

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Low latency mode

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Skullcandy help page lists Low-Latency Mode in the app. The product page does not.6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026App list: turn on Low-Latency Mode to improve performance for gaming or streaming video. TechRadar also lists it.9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandy-method-540-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: the app can turn on low-latency mode.

Yes10Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Get-a-More-Stable-Connection-and-Lower-Latency-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026Game Mode in the app is built to minimize delay. No latency figure is published.

Claimed latency

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Lowest claimed latency

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Compatibility

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PlatformsiPlatforms with documented audio support. App availability and advanced features can be more limited. Edition-specific support is listed in variants.

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Android, iOS, Windows, macOS11Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Use-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-for-Music-and-Calls-on-Windows-and-MacRead 20 October 2026The maker documents Windows and Mac use for music and calls. Android needs 6.0 or later for Fast Pair and the app. The app needs iOS 13 or later.

Connection per platformiDocumented audio connection for each platform. USB-C phone routes require a compatible port. Platform edition and microphone restrictions belong in source notes or feature requirements.

ASkullcandy Method 540 ANC

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Bsoundcore Liberty Buds 2

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Android	Bluetooth	Not available
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available
Windows	Bluetooth	Yes
macOS	Bluetooth	Yes

Source11Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Use-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-for-Music-and-Calls-on-Windows-and-MacRead 20 October 2026Windows lists Stereo for music and Hands-Free for calls with the microphone. Mac uses one device for input and output. Phone microphone use is not stated per platform.

Features that need a specific deviceiDevice, operating system, firmware, codec, content, account or region requirements for a named feature.

ASkullcandy Method 540 ANC

Feature	Needs
Skull AI	Needs the Skull-iQ app. It is free for a limited time and then a monthly or yearly subscription.
Spotify Tap	Needs the Spotify app on the phone and an active Spotify account.
Multipoint	Two devices stay connected but they do not play audio at the same time. Turn multipoint off in the app before a firmware update.
Skullcandy app	Supported on mobile devices only. There is no app support on PC, iPad or MacBook.

Source6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Multipoint, Spotify Tap, firmware update and new features sections.

Bsoundcore Liberty Buds 2

Feature	Needs
LDAC	Enable Preferred Audio Quality in the soundcore app on a device with Android 8.0 or later. LDAC is not available on iPhone. LDAC cannot run together with Dolby Audio or Game Mode. Samsung phones also need the LDAC toggle in phone settings.
Dolby Audio	Turn on in the soundcore app. It cannot run together with EQ, LDAC or Game Mode. The effect is a fixed spatial audio effect.
Game Mode	Turn on in the soundcore app. It cannot run together with EQ, LDAC or Dolby Audio.
HearID	Sign in to a soundcore account in the app, then take the HearID sound test. Results are saved and applied automatically.
AI translation	Needs the soundcore app and a connected phone. Turn off Dual Connections first.
Change ANC mode during a call	Update the earbuds to the latest firmware.
Voice assistant	Not assigned by default. Assign the phone's voice assistant to a double press, triple press or long press in the app. A single tap cannot be assigned.
Fast charging	The earbuds must be fully depleted before a 10 minute charge gives up to 4 hours of playback.

Source4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026LDAC and Dolby notes from the manual. Calls and ANC mode change need current firmware. Real-time translation needs Dual Connections off.12Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Improve-Sound-Quality-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026Dolby Audio, EQ, LDAC and Game Mode cannot run together. LDAC is not available on iPhone.

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Battery and charging

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Battery per budiBattery cell capacity of one earbud. The source note states typical or rated capacity. Charging input current is not capacity.

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60mAh4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: 60mAh x 2 (Earbuds). Stored as one earbud. Typical versus rated is not stated.

User-replaceable earbud batteryiThe maker documents normal battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime under the stated mode, codec and spatial processing state. Name the spatial or immersive processing mode and other conditions in source notes. Omit unspecified settings. with_case false means one charge of the earbuds. true means earbuds plus case recharges.

ASkullcandy Method 540 ANC

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	No	9
ANC on	Yes	32
ANC off	No	11
ANC off	Yes	40

Source1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list and FAQ: ANC on 9 hours in the earbuds and 23 hours in the case, 32 hours total. ANC off 11 hours in the earbuds and 29 hours in the case, 40 hours total. Volume and codec are not stated. The maker blog gives 42 hours with ANC off and the help page says up to 30 hours with ANC on. The product page figures are stored.

Bsoundcore Liberty Buds 2

Mode	Codec	Spatial audio	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	Not available	Not available	No	12
ANC off	Not available	Not available	Yes	46
ANC on	Not available	Not available	No	7
ANC on	Not available	Not available	Yes	27
Transparency	Not available	Not available	No	7
Transparency	Not available	Not available	Yes	27
ANC on	LDAC	Not available	No	4.5
ANC on	LDAC	Not available	Yes	17.5
ANC on	Not available	Yes	No	4
ANC on	Not available	Yes	Yes	15.5
Call	Not available	Not available	No	4
Call	Not available	Not available	Yes	15.5

Source4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Manual lists Normal mode 12 / 46 hours, ANC On / Transparency 7 / 27, ANC + LDAC (660 kbps) 4.5 / 17.5 and ANC + Calling 4 / 15.5. The first number is the earbuds and the second is with the charging case. The FAQ states testing at room temperature, factory settings and 50% volume in music mode, and adds Dolby Atmos with ANC on at 4 / 15.5 hours. The call rows are with ANC on. Adaptive mode is 7 / 27 hours in the FAQ and is not stored.6Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-Long-the-Battery-Lasts-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-in-Each-ModeRead 20 October 2026Playtime by mode, earbuds only and with the charging case. Testing at room temperature with factory settings, 50% volume and music mode.

Longest claimed use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only runtime among all stored modes. This can be ANC off, Hearing Aid, heart-rate or call use. Read the battery table and source conditions.

11h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

12h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC enabled. Codec and spatial-audio conditions belong in the source note.

9h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

7h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC disabled. Codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

11h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

12h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case (claimed)iHighest claimed runtime including the initial earbud charge and all case recharges. It is not the case recharge runtime alone.

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

46h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case and ANC (claimed)iClaimed total playback with ANC, including the initial earbud charge and case recharges.

32h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

27h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Talk time (claimed)

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4h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Full charge time, budsiTime to charge discharged earbuds to full in the case. Excludes charging the case itself or a combined buds-and-case result.

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60min4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: Full Charging Time for Earbuds 1 Hour. The FAQ says under 1 hour.8Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/What-Should-I-Do-If-My-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-Has-Charging-IssuesRead 20 October 2026Earbuds: less than 1 hour for a full charge.

Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance or estimates that do not separate earbuds and case. Preserve the maker’s component scope and limits. Do not assign an unspecified or combined estimate to a component-specific numeric field.

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The manual and the FAQ give under 1 hour for the earbuds, 3 hours for the case by cable and 4 hours for the case by wireless charging. The FAQ says the case figures are with the earbuds inside and the manual says the 3 hour cable figure is with the earbuds removed. Input is 5 V 1 A and the maker recommends a 5 V 1 A charger. Wireless charging does not work with watch chargers.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: input 5 V 1 A, wireless charging time for the earbuds 4 hours.8Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/What-Should-I-Do-If-My-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-Has-Charging-IssuesRead 20 October 2026Charging works between 0 and 45 C. The FAQ recommends a 5 V 1 A charger.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration corresponding to quick_charge_playback_h. Source note states earbuds-only or case-inclusive charging and playback settings.

10min1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Rapid Charge, 10 minutes gives 2 hours.

10min6Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-Long-the-Battery-Lasts-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-in-Each-ModeRead 20 October 202610 minutes of charging gives up to 4 hours of playback in Normal Mode, from fully depleted earbuds.8Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/What-Should-I-Do-If-My-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-Has-Charging-IssuesRead 20 October 2026Fast charging: 10 minutes gives up to 4 hours of playback in Normal Mode.

Earbud playback after quick chargeiEarbuds-only runtime after quick_charge_min of charging. A claimed case-inclusive total does not qualify. ANC, codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

2h1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026FAQ: the earbuds get 2 hours of battery after 10 minutes in their case. This is earbuds-only playback. ANC and volume are not stated.

4h6Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-Long-the-Battery-Lasts-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-in-Each-ModeRead 20 October 2026Earbuds-only playback in Normal Mode. The earbuds must be fully depleted first. Codec and volume are not stated.8Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/What-Should-I-Do-If-My-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-Has-Charging-IssuesRead 20 October 2026The earbuds must be fully depleted before fast charging is used.

Charging case

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Case batteryiCharging-case battery cell capacity. The source note distinguishes typical, rated and output capacity. USB output capacity alone does not qualify.

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580mAh4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: 580mAh (Charging Case). Typical versus rated is not stated.

User-replaceable case batteryiThe maker documents normal case battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Case charging port

USB-C6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Charging section: the case charges from a power source with the USB-C charging cable and has a single LED next to the USB-C port.

USB-C4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026USB-C Charging Port.

Case full charge timeiBy cable, 0 to 100 %. A time the maker gives with the earbuds inside the case counts, and the source note says so.

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180min4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: Full Charging Time for Charging Case (Wired Charging) 3 Hours. The charging section says recharging the case with the earbuds removed takes 3 hours via cable. The FAQ says under 3 hours with the earbuds inside. Stored as 180 minutes.8Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/What-Should-I-Do-If-My-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-Has-Charging-IssuesRead 20 October 2026Charging case wired: less than 3 hours with the earbuds inside.

Wireless charging

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Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026The charging section says to place the case on a wireless charger for wireless charging.

Wireless standardsiDocumented case charging standards or supported chargers. Magnetic alignment alone does not establish Qi2 certification.

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Qi8Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/What-Should-I-Do-If-My-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2-Has-Charging-IssuesRead 20 October 2026Charging case wireless: standard Qi. Watch chargers are not supported.

Wireless charging poweriHighest wireless charging input the maker states for the case. The output of a charging pad does not count.

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Speaker in caseiAn audio speaker physically in the charging case, for locating or status sounds. A microphone in the case is separate.

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Screen on case

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Case works as audio transmitteriCase relays external source audio through USB or an analog audio input. A case microphone for recording or calls does not qualify.

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Controls

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ControlsiPressure is a force sensor that does not move, such as a stem you squeeze. Button is a key that moves when pressed.

Touch6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Quick start default controls use taps and a 1 second hold on either bud. TechRadar says the controls are touch. The help page also calls the control a Main Function Button.9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandy-method-540-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: each bud has touch controls if you tap on its body.

Touch4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Touch Control Area on each earbud.

Earbud volume controliHow earbud controls adjust volume, including a voice command if supported. Phone or app controls alone do not qualify.

Touch6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Customize button functions lists volume up and volume down as options. They are not default gestures.

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Gestures

Single tap: play or pause, answer a call, Double tap: next track, Triple tap: switch between ANC on, Stay-Aware mode and ANC off, Hold for 1 second: end a call, reject an incoming call, or launch Spotify, Hold for 3 seconds: start pairing mode for a second device6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Quick start default user controls. The page text is flattened, so the mapping of actions to gestures follows its order. A 3 second hold on either bud starts pairing mode in the multipoint steps.

Double tap right earbud: play or pause (single earbud: double tap), Double tap left earbud: next track, Double tap either earbud: answer or end a call, Hold either earbud for 2 seconds: reject an incoming call or change ANC mode during a call, Hold either earbud for 2 seconds: switch between ANC and Transparency modes, Hold both earbuds for 3 seconds: enter pairing mode for a second device4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Controls table for dual earbuds and single earbud use. A case button is separate.

Remappable controls

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: Customize Button Functions.6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Customize button functions: single, double, triple tap and 1 second hold on both buds can be set in the app. Not every function can be changed.

Yes9Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Improve-Call-Quality-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026The app Controls page assigns functions to touch gestures. Scarbir says single tap, double tap, triple tap and hold can be fully customized.

Voice assistant

Skull AI1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Page: Skull AI voice assistant, activated with OK, Skully.6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026FAQ: Skull AI Beta, OK Skully. Free for a limited time and then paid.

Phone's voice assistant9Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Improve-Call-Quality-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026Touch controls are not assigned to the voice assistant by default. In the app, Controls lets you assign the phone's voice assistant to a double press, triple press or long press.

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

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Yes15Reviewscarbir.com/tws/anker-liberty-buds-2-reviewRead 20 October 2026The app can turn off automatic pausing when you take an earbud out.

Sensors

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Heart rate sensor

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Skin temperature sensingiA documented skin temperature sensor. This is separate from the operating temperature range or a heart-rate sensor.

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Hearing aid featureiAmplification for mild to moderate hearing loss

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Medical clearances

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Hearing testiA documented hearing assessment feature, including consumer sound-personalization tests. Medical diagnostic clearance must be stated separately.

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Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026HearID analyzes the hearing sensitivity at different frequencies with a test in the app. This is a consumer sound test and not a medical test.

Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Yes7Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Choose-the-Right-Ambient-Sound-Mode-on-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026Smart Hearing Protection steps in automatically when a sudden loud sound occurs, under Home > Transparency Mode > HearGuard.

Health features

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Fit and durability

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Ear tips includediTip sizes supplied with the product, including the pair fitted to the earbuds. Do not list separately sold sizes as included.

S, M, L1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Ear Gel sizes S, M, L.10Reviewsoundguys.com/skullcandy-method-540-anc-gets-skull-ai-151116Read 15 October 2026News article, 12 January 2026: three pairs of ear tips.

XXS, XS, S, M, L4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026The wearing guide shows ear tip sizes XXS, XS, S, M and L. M tips are pre-installed. Scarbir counts five tip sizes in the box.

Ear tip materials

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Silicone15Reviewscarbir.com/tws/anker-liberty-buds-2-reviewRead 20 October 2026Five sizes of silicone ear tips.

StabilisersiPhysical stabilizing fittings or structures. Stability bands are separate from fins, wings and ear hooks.

Fins1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Fit Fin sizes S, M, L.9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandy-method-540-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: fins wedge the buds into the ear.

Fins4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Ear fins in sizes 0, 1 and 2. Size 1 is pre-installed. Scarbir calls them ear wings and counts three sizes.

Ear tip fit test

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Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026The wearing guide has a Fit Test in the app under Settings.

Dust and water rating, buds

IPX41Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: IPX4 Sweat and Water Resistant. No rating is stated for the case.

IP554Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026SPECS table: IP55 for the earbuds. The soundcore service page lists IPX55. The manual figure is stored. Scarbir also says IP55. The case has no rating.

Dust and water rating, case

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

Skull-iQ1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026FAQ: download the Skull-iQ app. The app store listing is named Skullcandy.

soundcore4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026The manual and the FAQ name the soundcore app. The earbuds appear as Anker Liberty Buds 2 over Bluetooth.

App platforms

Android, iOS6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026The Skullcandy app is supported on mobile devices only. The US page links the iOS and Google Play app stores.

Android, iOS13Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Connect-the-soundcore-App-and-Update-Firmware-for-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026The soundcore app runs on iOS 13 or later and on Android.

User firmware updates

Yes6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Firmware over the air updates through the Skullcandy app.

Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026Firmware update section in the manual.13Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-Connect-the-soundcore-App-and-Update-Firmware-for-Anker-Liberty-Buds-2Read 20 October 2026Firmware updates are installed from the soundcore app with the earbuds in the case.

Finding network

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Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026AI Translation section: real-time and face-to-face translation in the soundcore app.

Dimensions and weight

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Weight per budiMass of one earbud. Tip size and approximate values belong in the source note. Do not store pair or case-inclusive mass.

11g(0.4 oz)1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Technical Specifications: Weight Buds 11g each.

4.7g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026At just 4.7 g. TechRadar says 4.7 g each. Tip size is not stated.14Press articletechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/my-favorite-earbuds-of-the-year-just-got-an-open-ear-makeover-as-this-top-cheap-headphone-brand-debuts-7-new-modelsRead 20 October 2026Weigh 4.7 g each.

Bud dimensionsiDimensions of one earbud on the explicitly identified width, height and depth axes. An unlabeled tuple cannot establish those axes.

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Case weightiCharging case mass excluding earbuds. Case-inclusive product mass does not qualify unless the source explicitly gives the empty-case figure.

72g(2.5 oz)1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Technical Specifications: Case 72g.9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandy-method-540-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: charging case 72g.

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Case dimensionsiCharging-case width, height and depth on explicitly identified source axes. Report conflicting axis labels rather than reorder a tuple by appearance.

Width36Height102Depth29mm(1.4 × 4 × 1.1 in)1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Product gallery drawing with front and side views: 1.4 in (3.6 cm) wide, 1.1 in (2.9 cm) deep and 4 in (10.2 cm) high. Converted exactly to mm. The height excludes the clip ring. TechRadar gives 3.6 x 2.9 x 10.2 cm for the case.9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/skullcandy-method-540-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: the case measures 3.6 x 2.9 x 10.2 cm. The axes are not labelled in the text, so the product gallery drawing sets them.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res AudioiThe Japan Audio Society logos. Hi-Res Audio Wireless is also written Hi-Res Wireless Audio.

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Hi-Res Audio Wireless1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026The Hi-Res Audio Wireless logo is on the US store listing images next to the LDAC logo.

Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

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TÜV Rheinland Comfortable Fit1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026TÜV Rheinland Comfortable Fit badge on the listing images. The certificate ID on the badge is 0217010962.

In the box

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In the box

Method 540 ANC True Wireless Earbuds, Charging Case, Ear Gel sizes: S, M, L, Fit Fin sizes: S, M, L, User Guide1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026What's in the box list. The list shows no cable. The help page mentions an included USB-C charging cable.

Earbuds, Charging case, Ear tips in 5 sizes, Ear fins in 3 sizes, Charging cable, User manual4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026The manual refers to the provided charging cable and the ear tips and ear fins. The full box list is from Scarbir. The cable type is not stated.15Reviewscarbir.com/tws/anker-liberty-buds-2-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review says the box has 5 sets of ear tips, 3 sets of ear wings and an English manual. The earbuds and case are implied.

Cables included

ASkullcandy Method 540 ANC

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USB-C charging cable	1

Source6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Charging section: the included USB-C charging cable. The product page box list does not show a cable.

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Links

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Product page

www.skullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbuds1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026

us.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-calls1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1206-liberty-buds-2-ai-powered-in-ear-earbuds-for-callsRead 20 October 2026

Spec sheet

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service.soundcore.com/product-description/a08e200000d1QBkAAM5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/product-description/a08e200000d1QBkAAMRead 20 October 2026The soundcore service product page for Anker Liberty Buds 2 lists Bluetooth 6.1, codecs, IPX55, battery capacity and battery life.

Manual

www.skullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-anc6Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/method-540-ancRead 15 October 2026Maker product help page for the Method 540 ANC with setup, controls, app and charging. It is the online guide. No PDF user guide was found.

salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdf4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000038554/en_US/000038554.pdfRead 20 October 2026English user guide D1206, 12 pages, created 18 September 2026.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/method-540-anc-noise-canceling-earbudsRead 15 October 2026Store page: 1-Year Limited Warranty. US market.

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