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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.

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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.

D1205, D1205Z11, D1205Z21, D1205Z31, D1205ZQ1, D1205G11, D1205G21, D1205G31, D1205GQ1, D1205N11, D1205N21, D1205N31, D1205NQ11Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 2026US store variant SKUs D1205Z11 Black, D1205Z21 Oat White, D1205Z31 Navy Blue and D1205ZQ1 Purple, from the store's product data.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Japan model list: D1205N11 Black, D1205N21 Off White, D1205N31 Navy and D1205NQ1 Purple.17Maker product pageuk.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-adaptive-anc-hi-res-audio-earbudsRead 14 October 2026UK store variant SKUs D1205G11 Black, D1205G21 Creamy White, D1205G31 Blue and D1205GQ1 Purple, from the store's product data.

GTIN / EAN

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194644312381, 194644312398, 194644335762, 1946443357551Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 2026Variant barcodes in the US store's product data. The UK and Canada 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.

2 July 202616Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/2121578.htmlRead 14 October 2026Same article, published 2026-07-02. Taken as the announcement date because the product launched the same day.

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.

Available15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026On sale in Japan, with a stock warning on 2026-10-14.16Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/2121578.htmlRead 14 October 2026Launched in Japan on 2026-07-02.

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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soundcore P40i16Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/2121578.htmlRead 14 October 2026The article calls it the next generation of the Soundcore P40i.22Press releaseprtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000662.000016775.htmlRead 23 October 2026Anker Japan's press release calls the Soundcore P42i the next-generation model of the Soundcore P40i.

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.

$79.9918Press articlesoundguys.com/soundcore-anker-p42i-wireless-earbuds-deal-162007Read 14 October 2026SoundGuys, 2026-08-25: the recommended retail price is 79.99 USD. The US store regular price matches. US prices are shown before tax.

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, JP1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 2026The US store sells it at 79.99 USD. The listing showed Sold out for all four colours on 2026-10-14.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Anker Japan official store.17Maker product pageuk.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-adaptive-anc-hi-res-audio-earbudsRead 14 October 2026UK store sells it at 79.99 GBP.

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.

Black, Oat White, Navy Blue, Purple, Creamy White, Blue, Off White, Navy1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 202615Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Japan colours in the original are ブラック, オフホワイト, ネイビー and パープル. English names are translated here.17Maker product pageuk.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-adaptive-anc-hi-res-audio-earbudsRead 14 October 2026UK colour names in the store's product data.

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.

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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-ear2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Wearing guide: place the earbuds in the ear canal with ear tips.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Comparison table: canal type.

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.

Stem2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview: touch control area on the earbud 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.

Either bud5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/Can-I-use-the-left-or-right-soundcore-P42i-earbud-independentlyRead 14 October 2026FAQ: yes, put one earbud in the case and use the other on its own.

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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.

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Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
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Source2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table, last page: Driver Unit 11 mm. One driver per earbud is read from the single driver entry.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Specifications: driver size 11 mm dynamic driver.

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

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Dynamic15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Specifications and comparison table: 11 mm dynamic driver.

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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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 HzMax40 kHz2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: Frequency Response 20 Hz - 40 kHz. Test conditions and codec are not stated.

Impedance

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

14.2Ω2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: Impedance 14.2 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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Yes8Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-set-up-HearID-on-soundcore-P42iRead 14 October 2026FAQ: HearID creates a personalized EQ profile based on the listener's hearing preferences.

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.

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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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Spatial Audio7Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-use-Spatial-Audio-on-soundcore-P42iRead 14 October 2026FAQ: Spatial Audio in the soundcore app under HearID. It reduces the playtime per charge. Head tracking is not mentioned.

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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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/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 2026Page names real-time adaptive ANC.2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Ambient sound modes: Noise Canceling with Ultra ANC and Natural ANC.

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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Yes2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Ambient sound modes: Adaptive mode detects changes in ambient noise and adjusts the noise canceling level.

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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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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55dB1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 2026Page: noise reduction up to 55 dB. Frequency and test method are not published.3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P42i-Specifications-FAQRead 14 October 2026FAQ: 55 dB noise reduction.

Transparency mode

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

Yes2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Ambient sound modes: Transparency.10Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/Understanding-Noise-Cancelling-Modes-on-soundcore-P42i-Natural-Deep-and-Hearing-ProtectionRead 14 October 2026FAQ: Transparency mode lets outside sounds in.

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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Yes9Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-to-reduce-wind-sound-outdoors-with-soundcore-P42iRead 14 October 2026FAQ: Wind Noise Reduction setting on the app's main screen. It 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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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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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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4.4g(0.2 oz)19Reviewgigazine.net/news/20260712-anker-soundcore-p42iRead 14 October 2026Gigazine weighed one earbud at 4.4 g. It weighed the earbuds and case together at 51.5 g. Whether the ear tip was fitted is not stated.

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/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 2026Page: 6 AI-enhanced mics for calls.

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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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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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/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 2026Page: 6 AI-enhanced mics reduce the noise around the voice.

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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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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Connections

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

Bluetooth3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P42i-Specifications-FAQRead 14 October 2026FAQ lists Bluetooth 6.1 only. No dongle or wired audio is listed.

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.

6.12Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: BT 6.1.

Bluetooth codecs

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SBC, AAC, LDAC3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P42i-Specifications-FAQRead 14 October 2026FAQ: SBC, AAC, LDAC and Hi-Res Wireless Audio. LDAC is Android only.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Specifications: SBC, AAC and LDAC. LDAC needs the app, updated firmware and Android 8.0 or later.

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.

Yes2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Dual Connections chapter: two Bluetooth devices at the same time, on by default.

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.

22Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Dual Connections chapter: two devices.

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Yes6Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/Can-Dual-Connections-and-LDAC-be-used-at-the-same-time-on-soundcore-P42iRead 14 October 2026FAQ: yes. Battery life is significantly reduced if LDAC is on for both devices at once.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Comparison table: multipoint supported, LDAC can be used at the same time.

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 Pair2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Pairing page: Google Fast Pair on Android 6.0 or above.

Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

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10m2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: Bluetooth Range 10 m / 33 ft.

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.

Yes3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P42i-Specifications-FAQRead 14 October 2026FAQ: has a gaming mode.

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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Windows, macOS, Android, iOS2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Pairing page lists Android and iOS. Windows and Mac are in the support FAQ.14Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-set-up-soundcore-P42i-as-the-audio-input-and-output-device-on-a-computerRead 14 October 2026FAQ covers Windows PCs and Macs.19Reviewgigazine.net/news/20260712-anker-soundcore-p42iRead 14 October 2026Review paired the earbuds with an iPhone.

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 P42i

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

Source2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Pairing page: Bluetooth on Android, iOS and other devices. LDAC chapter: Android 8.0 or later.14Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-set-up-soundcore-P42i-as-the-audio-input-and-output-device-on-a-computerRead 14 October 2026FAQ: Windows uses P42i Stereo for listening and P42i Hands-Free for calls. Mac uses P42i as input and output. Only the Windows microphone row is marked as working.

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 P42i

Feature	Needs
LDAC	Android 8.0 or later. Turn it on in the soundcore app under Settings, Sound Mode, Preferred audio quality. iPhone and iPad do not support LDAC.
LDAC, Spatial Audio, Gaming mode and custom EQ	LDAC cannot run with Spatial Audio or Gaming mode. Custom EQ cannot run with Spatial Audio or Gaming mode. Spatial Audio cannot run with custom EQ, LDAC or Gaming mode.
Google Fast Pair	Android 6.0 or later.
AI translation	soundcore app with the earbuds connected to it. Dual Connections must be off. Face-to-face translation also works without an app connection.
Earbud volume control	Off by default. Turn it on in the soundcore app under Settings, Controls.
Phone voice assistant	Not set by default. Assign it in the soundcore app under Controls. A single tap cannot be assigned to it.
Microphone in Windows meeting apps	Select soundcore P42i Hands-Free as both microphone and speaker.

Source2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026LDAC chapter, AI translation chapter and pairing page.11Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-activate-my-phone-s-voice-assistant-while-using-soundcore-P42iRead 14 October 2026FAQ: not set by default. A single tap cannot be assigned to the voice assistant.12Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-adjust-the-volume-via-soundcore-P42i-earbudsRead 14 October 2026FAQ: turn on earbud volume control in the app.13Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/Which-soundcore-P42i-features-cannot-be-used-at-the-same-timeRead 14 October 2026FAQ lists the features that exclude each other: custom EQ, LDAC, Spatial Audio and Gaming mode.14Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-set-up-soundcore-P42i-as-the-audio-input-and-output-device-on-a-computerRead 14 October 2026FAQ: select soundcore P42i Hands-Free for microphone and speaker in Zoom or Microsoft Teams on Windows.

Official licence

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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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60mAh2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: earbud (single) 60 mAh (0.231 Wh).

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 P42i

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	Not available	No	12
ANC off	Not available	Yes	56
ANC on	Not available	No	8.5
ANC on	Not available	Yes	40
ANC on	LDAC	No	6
Call	Not available	No	5

Source2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: ANC off 12 h (56 h with case), ANC on 8.5 h (40 h with case). LDAC and call rows are from the playtime FAQ.4Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/What-is-the-playtime-of-soundcore-P42i-on-a-single-charge-and-with-the-charging-caseRead 14 October 2026FAQ: Noise Cancelling 8.5 h and 40 h with case, Normal 12 h and 56 h with case, Calling (ANC) 5 hours for both earbuds, Noise Cancelling plus LDAC 6 hours. Anker lab test at room temperature with default settings and music at 50 percent volume.

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

8.5h=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

56h=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

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Talk time (claimed)

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5h=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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60min2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: full charging time for earbuds 1 hour.

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 maker says the case with the earbuds inside takes about 3 hours to fully charge by cable and about 4 hours on a wireless charger. Rated input is 5 V 0.4 A (2 W) by cable and 5 V 0.33 A (1.65 W) wireless for the case, and 5 V 0.12 A (0.6 W) per earbud. Dry the earbuds and the USB-C port before charging.2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table input and output ratings and the charging page.

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.

10min2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Charging page: 10 minutes gives up to 3.5 hours of playtime. ANC state and codec are not stated.

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.

3.5h2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Charging page: a quick 10-minute charge gives the earbuds up to 3.5 hours of playtime. ANC state and codec are not stated.

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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690mAh2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: charging case 690 mAh (2.6565 Wh).

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-C2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview: USB-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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180min2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: full charging time for the charging case by wired charging 3 hours. The charging page says about 3 hours via cable for the case with the earbuds inside.

Wireless charging

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Yes2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Charging page: place the charging case at the center of a wireless charger. The charger is not included.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Feature section: wireless charging supported.

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

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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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1.65W2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: rated input for wireless charging of the case is 5 V 0.33 A (1.65 W). This is a rated input, not a tested maximum.

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.

Touch2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Controls page: touch control area on the earbuds.

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.

Touch12Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-adjust-the-volume-via-soundcore-P42i-earbudsRead 14 October 2026FAQ: volume control on the earbuds exists and is off by default. The gesture is set in the app under Settings, Controls. Touch is read from the touch-only controls.

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, Double tap left earbud: next track, Double tap either earbud: answer or end a call, Press and hold either earbud for 2 seconds: reject a call or switch ambient sound mode, Single earbud: double tap to play or pause2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Controls page table for both earbuds and for a single earbud. Press and hold for 2 seconds switches between ANC and Transparency by default.

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.

Yes2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Controls page: controls and touch sensitivity can be customized in the soundcore app.

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 voice assistant11Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/How-do-I-activate-my-phone-s-voice-assistant-while-using-soundcore-P42iRead 14 October 2026FAQ: assign the phone's voice assistant in the app under Controls. The assistant is not named.

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

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Yes3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P42i-Specifications-FAQRead 14 October 2026FAQ: wearing detection is supported.

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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Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Yes10Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/Understanding-Noise-Cancelling-Modes-on-soundcore-P42i-Natural-Deep-and-Hearing-ProtectionRead 14 October 2026FAQ: Smart Hearing Protection acts in Transparency mode when sound suddenly gets loud. The app also has a Volume Limit from app version 5.0.20.

Health features

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Hearing protection screen in the soundcore app shows in-ear volume and ambient noise level. Not a medical device.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026FAQ, translated from Japanese: the app's hearing protection screen shows the in-ear volume and the surrounding noise level in real time. It is not a medical device.

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, L2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Wearing guide: five sizes of ear tips, XXS, XS, S, M and L. M is fitted.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Package contents: ear tips in 5 sizes.19Reviewgigazine.net/news/20260712-anker-soundcore-p42iRead 14 October 2026Review: five sizes XXS, XS, S, M and L, with M fitted.

Ear tip materials

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Silicone21Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p42i-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: slim, round silicone tips. The review lists Bluetooth 6.0, three ear tip sets and no wireless charging. The maker documents say Bluetooth 6.1, five sizes and wireless charging, and win.

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.

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Ear tip fit test

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Yes2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Wearing guide: Fit Test feature in the soundcore app.

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.

IP552Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026SPECS table: IP55, earbuds only.

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.

soundcore2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026The guide names the soundcore app.

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.

iOS, Android19Reviewgigazine.net/news/20260712-anker-soundcore-p42iRead 14 October 2026Review: the soundcore app is on the App Store and Google Play.

User firmware updates

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

Yes2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026Firmware update chapter: the app announces new firmware and updates 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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Yes2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026AI translation chapter: Real-Time Translation 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.

4.4g(0.2 oz)15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Specifications: about 4.4 g per earbud and about 51 g with the charging case (case with earbuds, not case-only).16Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/2121578.htmlRead 14 October 2026Article: about 4.4 g per earbud and about 51 g including the charging case.

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 Wireless, Hi-Res Audio1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 2026Page: Hi-Res Certified Sound with LDAC and Hi-Res Audio. The specification FAQ lists Hi-Res Wireless Audio.3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P42i-Specifications-FAQRead 14 October 2026FAQ names Hi-Res Wireless Audio as a supported audio format.15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Comparison table marks Hi-Res playback as supported.

Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

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EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU conformity, EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and amendment (EU) 2015/863 conformity20Maker spec sheet (PDF)salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036802/en_US/000036802.pdfRead 14 October 2026EU and UK Declaration of Conformity V5.0 for soundcore P42i, model D1205, signed 2026-05-20. It lists Directive 2014/53/EU and Directive 2011/65/EU with amendment (EU) 2015/863. FCC ID not found in the open documents.

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, Five sizes of ear tips, USB-A to USB-C cable, Quick start guide, Safety manual, Warranty card15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Package contents, translated from Japanese: earbuds, charging case, ear tips in 5 sizes, USB-C and USB-A cable, safety manual, quick start guide, warranty.19Reviewgigazine.net/news/20260712-anker-soundcore-p42iRead 14 October 2026Review box photo: quick start guide, warranty card, earbuds, USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable and ear tips.

Cables included

ASkullcandy Method 540 ANC

Type	Count
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.

Bsoundcore P42i

Type	Count
USB-A to USB-C	1

Source15Maker product pageankerjapan.com/products/d1205Read 14 October 2026Package contents: USB-C and USB-A cable. The Gigazine unboxing shows a USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable. Length not stated.

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/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-anc1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d1205-p42i-true-wireless-earbuds-with-adaptive-ancRead 14 October 2026

Spec sheet

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service.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P42i-Specifications-FAQ3Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P42i-Specifications-FAQRead 14 October 2026Maker support FAQ with the quick specs for D1205. The full table is in the user guide.

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/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdf2Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000036800/en_US/000036800.pdfRead 14 October 2026English user guide for model D1205, 13 pages. Download from the soundcore support page for the P42i.

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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Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.