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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.

SP-Air5-Pro-Plus-BLACK1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Store variant SKU SP-Air5-Pro-Plus-BLACK. No barcode is listed. Amazon prints Model Number SoundPEATS Air5 Pro+.

GTIN / EAN

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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.

25 November 20252Press releasesoundpeats.com/blogs/news/soundpeats-air5-pro-debuts-with-xmems-hybrid-drivers-and-55db-ai-adaptive-ancRead 15 October 2026Maker release dated 25 November 2025.

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.

Available1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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.

$129.992Press releasesoundpeats.com/blogs/news/soundpeats-air5-pro-debuts-with-xmems-hybrid-drivers-and-55db-ai-adaptive-ancRead 15 October 2026Launching globally with a starting price of 129.99 USD in the US. Regional prices differ by taxes and duties.

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.

US2Press releasesoundpeats.com/blogs/news/soundpeats-air5-pro-debuts-with-xmems-hybrid-drivers-and-55db-ai-adaptive-ancRead 15 October 2026Press release names Amazon listings for the US, Australia, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Singapore and Canada. Only the US price is stored.

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.

Black1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026The store sells one colour option, Black. A reviewer calls the finish a gold colourway on black.

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 pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker product category is TWS earbuds with Hi-Res audio and ANC. It names no sport, gaming or office use.

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 pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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.

Stem1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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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RGB lighting

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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	Role	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
MEMS	Not available	Not available	1
Dynamic	Woofer	10	1

Source1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026xMEMS Cowell driver for the mids and highs plus a 10 mm dynamic driver for the lows. The MEMS driver size and acoustic role are not published, so no role is stored for it.

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

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Hybrid1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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 + PEEK composite1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker text: 10 mm dynamic driver with a PU + PEEK composite diaphragm and dual copper wiring.

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 kHz5Reviewearbudsarena.com/soundpeats-air5-pro-plus-reviewRead 15 October 2026Specification list gives 20 Hz to 40 kHz. The Amazon US listing gives a 40 KHz frequency response. No maker document or measurement states the range, so this is a secondary figure.

Impedance

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

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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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96kHz1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Press release: hi-res playback up to 96 kHz / 24 bit through aptX Adaptive. aptX Lossless is 44.1 kHz / 16 bit.

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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24bits1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Same aptX Adaptive claim as the sample rate.

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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Yes2Press releasesoundpeats.com/blogs/news/soundpeats-air5-pro-debuts-with-xmems-hybrid-drivers-and-55db-ai-adaptive-ancRead 15 October 2026Adaptive EQ measures hearing and adjusts the sound automatically.

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.

102Press releasesoundpeats.com/blogs/news/soundpeats-air5-pro-debuts-with-xmems-hybrid-drivers-and-55db-ai-adaptive-ancRead 15 October 2026PeatsAudio app has a 10-band custom EQ.

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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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 pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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.

Hybrid1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker text: feedforward + feedback hybrid ANC.

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.

41Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker gallery image labels a feedforward, a feedback and a talk microphone on each earbud. Feedforward plus feedback gives four across the pair.

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 pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026AI Adaptive ANC detects the fit and the ambient noise level and adjusts cancellation in real time.

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 pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Up to 55 dB maximum reduction. Test conditions are not published.

Transparency mode

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

Yes1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker gallery image lists a transparency mode for situational awareness.

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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Yes1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker gallery image lists wind noise protection with the microphones.

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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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 pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker gallery image says 6 microphones with AI noise cancellation. Whether the ANC microphones also serve calls is not stated.

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 pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Three physical microphones per earbud: feedforward, feedback and talk.

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 pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker text: AI noise-cancelling microphones and a voice enhancement algorithm.

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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QCC30911Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table row reads QCC3091. The press release names the Qualcomm QCC3091 SoC.

Connections

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

Bluetooth1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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.

5.41Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

Bluetooth codecs

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SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table row reads SBC/AAC/LC3/LDAC/aptX/aptX Adaptive/aptX Lossless.

Bluetooth profiles

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HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

LE Audio

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Yes1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Page bullet says it supports LE Audio. A gallery image adds that manual activation is required.

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.

Yes1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Two devices at the same time. LDAC and dual device connection cannot be used together.

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.

21Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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No3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0508/7461/3942/files/user_manual_98a4bb7d-0bfa-42d0-a270-0b0409f7177c.pdfRead 15 October 2026Manual says dual device connection cannot be used with LDAC at the same time and is enabled by default.

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.

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Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

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10m1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker FAQ gives an effective Bluetooth range of around 10 meters.

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.

Yes1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

Claimed latency

ASkullcandy Method 540 ANC

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BSoundPEATS Air5 Pro+

Connection	Mode	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	Game mode	60

Source1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Page bullet and Amazon listing give a low-latency game mode of 60 ms. Codec and host are not stated.

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, Windows4Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/soundpeats-air5-pro-plus-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review lists a Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 for LDAC testing. Cult of Mac used an iPhone and iPad.

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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BSoundPEATS Air5 Pro+

Platform	Connection
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth
Windows	Bluetooth

Source4Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/soundpeats-air5-pro-plus-reviewRead 15 October 2026Reviewer used the earbuds with Android, iOS, Bluetooth dongles and a Windows laptop.

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.

BSoundPEATS Air5 Pro+

Feature	Needs
LDAC	Disabled by default. Turn it on in the PeatsAudio app. Dual device connection must be turned off.
LC3 and LE Audio	Disabled by default. Turn them on in the PeatsAudio app.
aptX Adaptive and aptX Lossless	Source device with Snapdragon Sound support.
Dual device connection	On by default. It cannot be used together with LDAC.
Active noise cancelling and transparency mode	Not available during calls.

Source1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table note says LC3 and LDAC are disabled by default and are enabled in the PeatsAudio app. FAQ says ANC and transparency cannot be switched on during calls.

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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35mAh1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table reads 35*2 mAh for the earbuds, so 35 mAh each. 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.

BSoundPEATS Air5 Pro+

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	SBC	No	6
ANC off	AAC	No	6
ANC off	LDAC	No	4
ANC off	aptX Adaptive	No	4.5
ANC on	SBC	No	3.5
ANC on	AAC	No	3.5
ANC on	LDAC	No	3
ANC on	aptX Adaptive	No	3.5
ANC off	AAC	Yes	30

Source1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker gallery table, tested at 40% volume in the SOUNDPEATS lab. Normal mode is stored as ANC off. Case total 30 hours is measured with AAC, 40% volume and normal mode per the press release. The spec table also says 30 hours total.

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

6h=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

3.5h=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

6h=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

30h=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

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Talk time (claimed)

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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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60min1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table row Charging Time reads 1H (Earbuds) and 2H (Case).

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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Maker FAQ says the case charging current does not exceed 1 A and advises against fast chargers. The manual gives a charger power range of 2 to 5 W.1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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.

10min1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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.

2h1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Page text and press release: 2 hours of playback from a 10 minute charge. Codec, ANC and volume 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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520mAh1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table reads 520 mAh for the case.

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-C1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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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120min1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table row Charging Time reads 2H for the case. The cable path is not stated.

Wireless charging

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No4Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/soundpeats-air5-pro-plus-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review says the case has no wireless charging, only USB-C.

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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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.

Touch1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table row Control Type reads Touch.

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.

Touch3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0508/7461/3942/files/user_manual_98a4bb7d-0bfa-42d0-a270-0b0409f7177c.pdfRead 15 October 2026Control panel icons: left single tap volume down, right single tap volume up.

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.

Left single tap: volume down, Right single tap: volume up, Double tap on either earbud: play or pause, answer or end a call, Right press and hold 1.5 seconds: next track3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0508/7461/3942/files/user_manual_98a4bb7d-0bfa-42d0-a270-0b0409f7177c.pdfRead 15 October 2026Read from the control panel icons. Left single tap volume down, right single tap volume up, double tap play or pause and call answer or end, right 1.5 second press next track. Other icons are not stored because their meaning is not written out.

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.

Yes3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0508/7461/3942/files/user_manual_98a4bb7d-0bfa-42d0-a270-0b0409f7177c.pdfRead 15 October 2026Maker press release says the app has touch control assignment.

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.

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Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

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No4Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/soundpeats-air5-pro-plus-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review says there is no in-ear detection sensor, so playback does not pause when an earbud is removed. Cult of Mac says the same.

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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Yes2Press releasesoundpeats.com/blogs/news/soundpeats-air5-pro-debuts-with-xmems-hybrid-drivers-and-55db-ai-adaptive-ancRead 15 October 2026Adaptive EQ measures the hearing through the built-in microphones. No medical clearance is claimed.

Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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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.

S, M, L1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026In the box: ear tips S/M/L, 3 pairs.

Ear tip materials

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Silicone4Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/soundpeats-air5-pro-plus-reviewRead 15 October 2026In the box: S, M, L silicone eartips.

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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Yes4Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/soundpeats-air5-pro-plus-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review lists a fit-test tool in the PeatsAudio app that helps get a good seal.

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.

IPX51Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table row Waterproof Rating reads IPX5. The scope is not stated, so no case rating is stored.

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.

PeatsAudio1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker FAQ and press release name the PeatsAudio app for iOS and Android.

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, iOS2Press releasesoundpeats.com/blogs/news/soundpeats-air5-pro-debuts-with-xmems-hybrid-drivers-and-55db-ai-adaptive-ancRead 15 October 2026PeatsAudio App for iOS and 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.

Yes1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Maker FAQ says firmware updates are done in the app.

Finding network

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Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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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.

5g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table row Single Earbud Weight reads 5g.

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.

41g(1.4 oz)4Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/soundpeats-air5-pro-plus-reviewRead 15 October 2026Key specifications list a 41 g charging case next to 5 g earbuds. The maker gives 51.11 g for the case with earbuds, which agrees within 0.2 g. The reviewer figure is used for the empty case.

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 pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Gallery images show the Hi-Res Audio Wireless badge. Product page says Hi-Res Audio certified.

Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

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Snapdragon Sound, CE, UKCA, RCM, KC1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Page lists Snapdragon Sound compatibility. The manual shows FCC, KC, CE, UKCA and RCM marks. No marking number is stored.

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.

SOUNDPEATS Air5 Pro+ Wireless Earbuds, Charging case, Ear tips (S/M/L) x 3 pairs, Type-C charging cable, User manual, SOUNDPEATS stickers x 11Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table In the Box list.

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.

BSoundPEATS Air5 Pro+

Type	Count
USB-A to USB-C	1

Source1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Spec table says Type-C Charging Cable. HiFiOasis and Parkablogs name it USB-A to USB-C. The length is 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

soundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-lossless1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

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soundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-lossless1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026Public product page with a Core Specs, Battery and Package table and a gallery of maker images. Selected reference is the Black US store listing.

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.

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0508/7461/3942/files/user_manual_98a4bb7d-0bfa-42d0-a270-0b0409f7177c.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0508/7461/3942/files/user_manual_98a4bb7d-0bfa-42d0-a270-0b0409f7177c.pdfRead 15 October 2026Multilingual foldout user guide. It is a single image page without a text layer, so it was read as images. English panels cover pairing, controls and charging.

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.

1year1Maker product pagesoundpeats.com/products/air5-pro-plus-tws-earbuds-xmems-10mm-drivers-hi-res-audio-ldac-aptx-losslessRead 15 October 2026

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