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General

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Series

Smokin' Buds1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Skullcandy lists it as Smokin' Buds True Wireless Earbuds. A later Smokin' Buds 360 is a separate product.

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

S2TAW-R954, S2TAW-T967, S2TAW-S951, S2TAW-T977, S2TAW-T990, S2TAW-T989, S2SBBZ-PZ, S2TAW-R740, S2TAW2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbuds.jsonRead 23 October 2026Variant SKUs S2TAW-R954, S2TAW-T967, S2TAW-S951, S2TAW-T977, S2TAW-T990, S2TAW-T989, S2SBBZ-PZ and S2TAW-R740.5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Specification row Model Number S2TAW. This is the family model that the retail codes S2TAW-xxx share.

EAH-AZ80E-K, EAH-AZ80E-S, EAH-AZ80E-A9Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/technics-eah-az80-hybrid-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-blue.htmlRead 10 October 2026Harvey Norman New Zealand lists EAH-AZ80E-K Black, EAH-AZ80E-S Silver and EAH-AZ80E-A Blue. The E suffix is the European and New Zealand model.

GTIN / EAN

810045689104, 810145322901, 810145320020, 810145322925, 810145321904, 810145321898, 878615004658, 8100456887702Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbuds.jsonRead 23 October 2026Variant barcodes from the public Shopify product feed. The Pink variant has a different SKU prefix and barcode prefix than the other seven. Its pictures show the same earbuds.

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

23 May 20234Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/skullcandys-newest-offering-sets-a-new-standard-for-what-to-expect-in-a-true-wireless-earbud-under-20-301831529.htmlRead 23 October 2026Dateline Park City, Utah, 23 May 2023.

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Status

Available1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Sold on the Skullcandy US store at $27.99 with an Add to cart button on 2026-10-23. The Pink and True Black variants show Out of Stock.

Available1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026The maker still lists the product on its support site.

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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Technics EAH-AZ10011Reviewwhathifi.com/news/technics-celebrates-60th-anniversary-with-az100-flagship-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026What Hi-Fi calls the EAH-AZ80 the previous flagship earbuds that the EAH-AZ100 updates.12Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/technics-eah-az100-reviewRead 23 October 2026TechRadar's review calls the EAH-AZ80 the model the EAH-AZ100 replaces.

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

$19.994Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/skullcandys-newest-offering-sets-a-new-standard-for-what-to-expect-in-a-true-wireless-earbud-under-20-301831529.htmlRead 23 October 2026$19.99 MSRP in the US release. US dollars, excluding tax.

$299.994Press articlewhathifi.com/news/technics-new-anc-wireless-earbuds-take-aim-at-bose-and-sony-flagship-rivalsRead 10 October 2026Launch prices stated as 259 GBP, 299 USD and 499 AUD. SoundGuys states 299.99 USD original price.5Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 2026Tested at 299 USD.8Reviewsoundguys.com/panasonic-technics-eah-az80-review-122799Read 10 October 2026SoundGuys lists an original price of 299.99 USD. Creative Bloq reports 299.99 USD since release. Pocket-lint states a higher price. SoundGuys lists a later MSRP of 199.99 USD.

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.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Matcha, Flame, Bone, Smoke, Preppy Blue, Preppy Sage, Pink, True Black1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Eight variants on the US store page.2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbuds.jsonRead 23 October 2026Variant titles: Matcha, Flame, Bone, Smoke, Preppy Blue, Preppy Sage, Pink and True Black.

Deep Pure Black, Silver, Midnight Blue4Press articlewhathifi.com/news/technics-new-anc-wireless-earbuds-take-aim-at-bose-and-sony-flagship-rivalsRead 10 October 2026Launch finishes deep pure black and silver. Midnight Blue was added in September 2024.10Press articleavcesar.com/technics-eah-az80-disponible-en-coloris-midnight-blue-42899Read 10 October 2026Reports the EAH-AZ80 launched in spring 2023 in black and silver and added Midnight Blue in September 2024.

Segment

Music1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Marketed as sleek buds with big, clean sound, with Music, Movie and Podcast EQ modes.

Music2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Noise Isolating Fit. The in-ear gels create a seal just inside the canal, per the help article.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026For optimal acoustic performance the ear gel creates a seal just inside the ear canal.

In-ear2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

Stem1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026The product photos show a stem earbud with the touch sensor on the logo.

Stemless2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Part names figure on page 13 shows a compact housing with touch sensor, wear sensors, microphones and earpiece, and no stalk.

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/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Use Either Bud Solo.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Both the left and right earbud of Smokin' Buds can be used in Solo Mode, for calls and music.

Either bud2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 28: either earphone can be used alone. The example uses the right earphone. Audio is mono.

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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.

ASkullcandy Smokin' Buds

Diameter (mm)
6

Source1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Driver Diameter 6 mm. The page names no driver type or count, so only the diameter is stored.

BTechnics EAH-AZ80

Type	Role	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	Full range	10	1

Source2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Driver units 10 mm for the EAH-AZ80. The maker does not state the diaphragm technology or count in the manual. See other sources.5Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 2026A pair of 10 mm full-range, free-edge aluminium dynamic drivers. One per earbud.6Reviewsoundguys.com/product/technics-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026

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

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Dynamic5Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/product/technics-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026SoundGuys catalog lists driver count 1, size 10 mm, type dynamic.

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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Free-edge aluminium diaphragm5Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 2026

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/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz. No tolerance stated.

Min20 HzMax40 kHz5Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 202620 Hz to 40 kHz.6Reviewsoundguys.com/product/technics-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026

Impedance

16Ω1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Impedance 16 ohm plus or minus 15 percent.

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

104dB1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Sound Pressure Level 104 dB plus or minus 3 dB. The reference of 1 mW at 1 kHz with pink noise is on the HMV sheet.5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Sound Pressure Level (1mW @ 1KHz Pink Noise): 104 dB plus or minus 3 dB.

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Sensitivity reference

Per 1 mW5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 20261 mW input at 1 kHz with pink noise.

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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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96kHz9Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/technics-eah-az80-hybrid-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-blue.htmlRead 10 October 2026Footnote: delivered in 96 kHz/24-bit LDAC when connected by Bluetooth to a compatible device. The maker manual (page 38) requires an LDAC 990 kbps source for wireless high-resolution quality.

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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24bits9Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/technics-eah-az80-hybrid-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-blue.htmlRead 10 October 2026Footnote: delivered in 96 kHz/24-bit LDAC when connected by Bluetooth to a compatible device.

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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Onboard EQ

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Music, Movie and Podcast EQ modes switch with a touch gesture. The buds are not compatible with the Skullcandy app, so the EQ is stored in the buds.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Three preset EQ modes toggle by tapping either earbud 4 times. Music Mode is the default.

Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

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52Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Custom sound setting offers 5 sound ranges.

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

Music Mode, Podcast Mode, Movie Mode1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Music, Movie & Podcast EQ Modes. The help article names Music Mode, Podcast Mode and Movie Mode.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Music Mode is for general listening. Podcast Mode removes most bass. Movie Mode boosts dialog and detail.4Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/skullcandys-newest-offering-sets-a-new-standard-for-what-to-expect-in-a-true-wireless-earbud-under-20-301831529.htmlRead 23 October 2026Music, Movie & Podcast EQ Modes.

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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

No1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026No ANC is listed. The page lists a Noise Isolating Fit, which is passive isolation.

Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 28 and the app pages describe noise cancelling and ambient sound control.

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

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Hybrid4Press articlewhathifi.com/news/technics-new-anc-wireless-earbuds-take-aim-at-bose-and-sony-flagship-rivalsRead 10 October 2026Dual Hybrid Noise Cancelling combines a digital software filter with feed-forward and feed-back microphones.5Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 2026Each earbud has feed-forward and feed-back microphones plus a software filter and a hardware filter.

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.

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44Press articlewhathifi.com/news/technics-new-anc-wireless-earbuds-take-aim-at-bose-and-sony-flagship-rivalsRead 10 October 2026Eight microphones in total, four in each bud: feed-back, feed-forward, voice detection and talk. Two ANC microphones per bud.5Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 2026

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

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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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Transparency mode

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Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

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Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Ambient Sound Transparent mode has a 0 to 100 level slider. Attention mode has no level.

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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Yes4Press articlewhathifi.com/news/technics-new-anc-wireless-earbuds-take-aim-at-bose-and-sony-flagship-rivalsRead 10 October 2026Improved ambient noise reduction cuts environmental noise when it is windy. This is call processing.

Measured

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

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SoundGuys finds strong bass emphasis, a strong emphasis between 4 and 8 kHz and an under-emphasized ear-gain region against its target.7Measurementsoundguys.com/panasonic-technics-eah-az80-review-122799Read 10 October 2026Written objective assessment of the measured response with firmware 1.035. High emphasis in the 4 to 8 kHz region and strong bass. The ear-gain region is a little underemphasized.

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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SoundGuys lab recordings in ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions. The reviewer found noise rejected well.7Measurementsoundguys.com/panasonic-technics-eah-az80-review-122799Read 10 October 2026Lab recordings. Noise is rejected well, though nothing is perfect.

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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BTechnics EAH-AZ80

Hours (h)
6.67

Source7Measurementsoundguys.com/panasonic-technics-eah-az80-review-122799Read 10 October 2026SoundGuys standardized battery test lasted 6 h 40 min on one charge, stored as 6.667 h. Firmware 1.035 and app 3.3.3. Codec and noise-control mode are not stated.

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.

21Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026A mic in each earbud.4Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/skullcandys-newest-offering-sets-a-new-standard-for-what-to-expect-in-a-true-wireless-earbud-under-20-301831529.htmlRead 23 October 2026Microphone in Each Earbud.

42Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual part names list microphones for noise cancelling and microphones for calls. What Hi-Fi? identifies a talk microphone and a voice detection microphone in each earbud, so four call microphones across the pair.4Press articlewhathifi.com/news/technics-new-anc-wireless-earbuds-take-aim-at-bose-and-sony-flagship-rivalsRead 10 October 20265Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 2026

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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84Press articlewhathifi.com/news/technics-new-anc-wireless-earbuds-take-aim-at-bose-and-sony-flagship-rivalsRead 10 October 20265Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 20269Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/technics-eah-az80-hybrid-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-blue.htmlRead 10 October 2026Eight built-in monaural MEMS microphones.

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

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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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Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Double tap on the right earphone mutes your voice during a call, and a double tap during mute unmutes.

SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Connectivity

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Chip

AD6983D5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth Chipset and Version: AD6983D/BT5.1. The same sheet's feature list says Bluetooth (v5.2).

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Connections

Bluetooth3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth only. Wired use is not offered.

Bluetooth2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth

5.21Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026The feature list says Bluetooth v5.2. The Technical Specifications row on the same page says Connection Type Bluetooth 5.1. The help article FAQ and the maker press release say 5.2. Stored as 5.2. Some retailers and one review print 5.1.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026FAQ: Bluetooth version 5.2.4Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/skullcandys-newest-offering-sets-a-new-standard-for-what-to-expect-in-a-true-wireless-earbud-under-20-301831529.htmlRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth 5.2.5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026The sheet prints BT5.1 in the chipset row and v5.2 in the feature list. The help article FAQ and the maker press release say 5.2, so 5.2 is stored.

5.31Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth codecs

SBC, AAC5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth Codecs: SBC/AAC.

SBC, AAC, LDAC1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 20268Reviewsoundguys.com/panasonic-technics-eah-az80-review-122799Read 10 October 2026iOS is limited to AAC. LDAC needs an Android phone and is enabled in the app.

Bluetooth profiles

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A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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.

No3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Pairing a second device disconnects the previously paired device. Only the most recently paired device reconnects after power off and on.

Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Up to 3 Bluetooth devices at the same time (page 29).8Reviewsoundguys.com/panasonic-technics-eah-az80-review-122799Read 10 October 2026

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

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32Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/product/technics-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Fast pairing

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Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

10m3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Up to 30+ feet (10+ meters) from the paired device, depending on the environment.

10m2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/product/technics-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026SoundGuys catalog lists 10 m. The maker manual also names a Bluetooth range of about 10 m.

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

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Claimed latency

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Lowest claimed latency

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Compatibility

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

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Android, iOS6Reviewsoundguys.com/product/technics-eah-az80Read 10 October 20268Reviewsoundguys.com/panasonic-technics-eah-az80-review-122799Read 10 October 2026

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.

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

ASkullcandy Smokin' Buds

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BTechnics EAH-AZ80

Feature	Needs
LDAC	Turn on LDAC for headphones in the Technics Audio Connect app and set the connection mode to Prioritize sound quality. The source device must support LDAC. iPhones use AAC.
LDAC with three-device multipoint	The maker manual says to lower the LDAC bit rate on the playback device when LDAC and multipoint are used together. Retailer listings state LDAC playback is incompatible with three connected devices.
Amazon Alexa	Needs the Amazon Alexa app. Set up through Select voice assistant in the Technics Audio Connect app.

Source2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026LDAC setup on page 38. The multipoint note on page 45 says to lower the LDAC bit rate on the playback device when both are used. Alexa setup on page 29.

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.

45mAh5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Battery Capacity 45 mAh at 3.7 V, lithium polymer, 0.1665 Wh, battery weight 1 g for the earbud. The sheet gives one capacity and no case capacity. Treated as the earbud cell.

85mAh1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026Panasonic USA specification page: earphones 3.7 V lithium polymer 85 mAh.2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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 Smokin' Buds

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	No	8
ANC off	Yes	20

Source1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 202620 Hours Battery Life: 8 hours in buds, 12 hours in case. The help article says 8+ hours in the earbuds and 20+ hours in total. No volume, codec or settings are stated. The buds have no ANC, so the claim is stored as ANC off.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Earbuds 8+ hours, charging case 12+ hours, total 20+ hours.4Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/skullcandys-newest-offering-sets-a-new-standard-for-what-to-expect-in-a-true-wireless-earbud-under-20-301831529.htmlRead 23 October 20268 hours in the buds and an additional 12 hours in the case.

BTechnics EAH-AZ80

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	AAC	No	7
ANC off	AAC	No	7.5
ANC on	SBC	No	6.5
ANC off	SBC	No	7
ANC on	LDAC	No	4.5
ANC off	LDAC	No	5
ANC on	AAC	Yes	24
ANC off	AAC	Yes	25
ANC on	SBC	Yes	23
ANC off	SBC	Yes	24
ANC on	LDAC	Yes	16
ANC off	LDAC	Yes	17
Call	Not available	No	4.5
Call	Not available	No	5.5

Source1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026Approx. hours from the maker table. Earphones: ANC on AAC 7.0, ANC off AAC 7.5, ANC on LDAC 4.5, ANC off LDAC 5.0. Earphones plus cradle: ANC on AAC 24, ANC off AAC 25, ANC on SBC 23, ANC off SBC 24, ANC on LDAC 16, ANC off LDAC 17. Call time 4.5 h with JustMyVoice on and 5.5 h with it off. SBC earphone-only rows (6.5 and 7.0 h) come from the manual. Times may be shorter in use.2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual page 61 specification table, approx. hours: earphones ANC on/off with AAC 7.0/7.5, SBC 6.5/7.0, LDAC 4.5/5.0. Earphones with cradle: AAC 24/25, SBC 23/24, LDAC 16/17. Call time 4.5 h with JustMyVoice on, 5.5 h off. Each row may be shorter in use.

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.

8h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

7.5h=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.

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7h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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

8h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

7.5h=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.

20h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

25h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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

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24h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Talk time (claimed)

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5.5h=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.

60min3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 20261 hour of charging the earbuds in the case reaches 100 percent.5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Charge Time (hours): 1H.

120min1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026Earphones about 2 hours from empty to full.2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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 lists charging from empty to full at 25 degrees C: earphones about 2 hours, charging cradle about 2.5 hours via USB, earphones with the cradle about 3 hours via USB.1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026Maker note: the cradle and combined times apply when charging via USB.

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/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Rapid Charge: 10 min = 2 hrs.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Rapid Charge: 10 minutes of the earbuds charging in the case gives 2+ hours of playtime.5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Rapid Charge Rating: 10 min = 2H. The same page states Released 1st September 2023 for the UK. This is later than the US release, so it is not used for release_date.

15min1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 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/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026The help article says 10 minutes of the earbuds charging in the case gives 2+ hours of playtime. The same article says 10 minutes of case charging by USB-C also gives 2+ hours.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 20262+ hours after 10 minutes of the earbuds charging in the case. Earbud playback.

1.17h1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 202615 minutes of charging gives about 70 minutes with noise cancelling on and AAC. Earbuds-only. Stored as 70/60 h.2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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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700mAh2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual page 60 lists the AZ80 charging cradle at 700 mAh and the AZ60M2 at 650 mAh. The Panasonic USA web page lists 650 mAh for the AZ80, which matches the AZ60M2 line. The manual is preferred.

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-C3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026USB-C plug and port are named in the charging troubleshooting.

USB-C1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 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.

60min3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 20261 hour of charging the case to 100 percent by USB-C cable.

150min1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026Charging cradle about 2.5 hours, by USB.2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Wireless charging

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Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 20: the charging cradle charges on a separately sold Qi standard certified wireless charger.5Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/technics-eah-az80-true-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 10 October 20268Reviewsoundguys.com/panasonic-technics-eah-az80-review-122799Read 10 October 20269Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/technics-eah-az80-hybrid-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-blue.htmlRead 10 October 2026

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

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Qi2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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.

Touch1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Capacitive touch sensor on the Skullcandy logo of each earbud.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026The capacitive touch sensor on the Skullcandy logo gives a feedback tone for each tap.

Touch2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

Touch3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Double tap on either earbud turns the volume up. Triple tap turns it down.

Touch2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Left earphone double tap lowers volume and triple tap raises it.

Gestures

Tap once: play or pause, answer or end a call, Tap twice: volume up, Tap three times: volume down, Tap four times: switch EQ mode, Hold 1 second: reject an incoming call, activate the device's voice assistant, Hold 3 seconds: pairing mode, Hold both earbuds 1 second: power on, Tap twice, then hold 1 second: power off3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Quick start guide user controls. Every control works on either earbud. Manual power on is a 1 second hold on both earbuds, manual power off is 2 taps then a 1 second hold.

Left single tap: play or pause, Left double tap: volume down, Left triple tap: volume up, Left touch and hold 2 seconds: voice assistant, Right single tap: play or pause, Right double tap: next track, Right triple tap: previous track, Right touch and hold 2 seconds: switch between noise cancelling and ambient sound2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 30 to 32 default touch table. Controls are customizable in the app (page 39).

Remappable controls

No3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Smokin' Buds is not compatible with the Skullcandy app, so controls are fixed.

Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Voice assistant

Native voice assistant of the paired device1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Activate Voice Assistant. The help article says the buds work with any assistant, since a 1 second hold opens the device's native assistant.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Hold the touch sensor on either earbud for 1 second to activate the device's native assistant.

Amazon Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 28 names Amazon Alexa and Siri as examples. Select voice assistant in the app. Google Assistant is listed by SoundGuys.6Reviewsoundguys.com/product/technics-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026SoundGuys catalog lists Siri, Google Assistant and Alexa.

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

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Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Sensors

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Wear sensors, Touch sensors2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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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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/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Ear Gels (S, M, L).3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Smokin' Buds comes with 3 sizes of ear gels.

XS1, XS2, S1, S2, M, L, XL1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026XS1, XS2, S1, S2, M, L and XL, 2 pieces each, size M attached.

Ear tip materials

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Silicone1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026

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

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Ear tip fit test

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Dust and water rating, buds

IPX41Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Listed as Sweat & Water Resistant. The help article gives IPX4.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Sweat and water resistant (IPX4).4Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/skullcandys-newest-offering-sets-a-new-standard-for-what-to-expect-in-a-true-wireless-earbud-under-20-301831529.htmlRead 23 October 2026IPX4 Sweat and Water Resistant.

IPX41Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026IPX4 equivalent, earbuds only.2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Dust and water rating, case

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

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Technics Audio Connect2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

App platforms

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Android, iOS2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

User firmware updates

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Yes2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Finding network

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Last location in the app2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Find headphones in the app plays a sound or shows the location where the headphones and phone were last connected.

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.

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7g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026Approx. 7 g per earbud, both sides the same.2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

Width21.1Height19.2Depth30.5mm(0.8 × 0.8 × 1.2 in)5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Product Dimensions (HxWxD mm): Earbud 19.2 x 21.1 x 30.5. Stored on the labelled 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.

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50g(1.8 oz)1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026Approx. 50 g for the charging cradle.2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

Width43.36Height59.99Depth24.35mm(1.7 × 2.4 × 1 in)5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Charging case 59.99 x 43.36 x 24.35 mm on the labelled HxWxD axes.

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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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Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

Y22-S2TAW6Regulatory filingfccid.io/Y22-S2TAWRead 23 October 2026FCC ID Y22-S2TAW, grantee Skullcandy Inc., product code S2TAW, device description SMOKIN BUDS / SMOKIN BUDS XT, grant of 2023-03-09. This is a mirror of the FCC database. A second grant, Y22-SCTAW of 2023-11-20, has the same description and is not stored because the retail codes match S2TAW.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Smokin' Buds True Wireless Earbuds, Charging Case, Ear Gels (S, M, L), USB-C Charging Cable, User Guide, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026What's in the box on the product page: earbuds, charging case, ear gels (S, M, L), quick start and user guides. The page list names no cable, while the help article FAQ says the USB-C cable is included. The HMV sheet below lists it, so it is stored.5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Packaging contents: earbuds, charging case, ear gels (S, M, L), USB-C charging cable, user guide, quick start guide.

Earphones (L and R), Charging cradle, USB charging cord (USB-C to USB-C), Earpieces XS1, XS2, S1, S2, M, L and XL, 2 pieces each (size M attached)1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026

Cables included

ASkullcandy Smokin' Buds

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C Charging Cable	0.1	1

Source5Retailer pagehmv.com/store/technology/headphones/skullcandy-smokin-buds-matcha-ture-wireless-bluetoRead 23 October 2026Cable length 100 mm, TPE jacket, USB-C plug.

BTechnics EAH-AZ80

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-C charging cord	0.2	1

Source1Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Links

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Product page

www.skullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbuds1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026

www.technics.com/uk/products/headphones/eah-az80.html3Maker product pagetechnics.com/uk/products/headphones/eah-az80.htmlRead 10 October 2026Maker product page, listed in search results. Automated access to technics.com is denied, so no value is cited from it.

Spec sheet

www.skullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbuds1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026The Technical Specifications block of the product page. Skullcandy publishes no spec sheet PDF.

help.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az801Maker product pagehelp.na.panasonic.com/answers/features-specifications-technics-headphones-earbuds-model-eah-az80Read 10 October 2026

Manual

www.skullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wireless3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Smokin Buds Setup and FAQ, the maker's help article linked from the product page. It holds the quick start controls and the FAQ. No PDF manual was found.

help.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdf2Owner's manualhelp.na.panasonic.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EAHAZ60_AZ80_PNQP1774ZA_ENG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

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Warranty

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

1year1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/smokin-buds-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 20261-Year Limited Warranty on the US product page.3Owner's manualskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/smokin-buds-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026If it is a manufacturer defect, Skullcandy covers it with a 1-Year Limited Warranty.

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