Huawei set to launch TWS models to India on June 18, and both are aimed at buyers who now expect ANC, Bluetooth 5.4 and long battery life as standard. The FreeBuds 7i and FreeBuds SE 4 will arrive through Flipkart and the RTC India website, with pricing positioned for mid-range and budget segments.

FreeBuds 7i Adds 28dB ANC, Spatial Audio and 35-Hour Battery

The FreeBuds 7i is the more feature-heavy option in this launch. Huawei is pairing an 11mm quad-magnet driver with triple mics, a bone-conduction mic and AI noise reduction for calls. The model also supports dual-device switching, IP54 protection and up to 35 hours of battery life with the charging case. That places it in the same conversation as premium Android earbuds from brands like Nothing, OnePlus and OPPO.

The headline feature here is 28dB active noise cancellation, along with spatial audio support. For buyers comparing mid-premium TWS models, these are no longer unusual claims, but they still matter when the rest of the package is balanced. Huawei’s approach seems focused on call quality, daily usability and cross-device convenience rather than one standout spec alone.

FreeBuds SE 4 Pushes 50-Hour Battery Life at Rs 7,999

The FreeBuds SE 4 takes a different route. It is positioned as the value-focused model, with 10mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.4 and up to 50 hours of total playback. At Rs 7,999, it is clearly aimed at the budget TWS segment, where battery life often becomes the feature that gets attention first.

It also includes 24dB ANC and support for both Android and iOS, which makes it a more practical everyday option for mixed-device households. In India, that combination puts it up against budget-friendly earbuds from Realme and CMF, two brands that already have strong visibility in the affordable wireless audio space.

The launch also reflects a broader shift in the TWS market. Features that once helped products stand out, such as ANC and long battery life, are now expected even in lower-priced earbuds. That means Huawei’s challenge is not just to announce new models, but to make a case for why these two should get attention in a crowded segment.

For buyers, the choice may come down to priorities. The FreeBuds 7i looks more suited to users who want stronger noise handling, better call tools and premium extras. The FreeBuds SE 4, on the other hand, is built around battery life and price, which may be enough for many users looking for a simple upgrade.

Huawei will launch both earbuds in India on June 18, with availability through Flipkart and the RTC India website. The FreeBuds 7i is priced at Rs 13,999, while the FreeBuds SE 4 comes in at Rs 7,999. For now, those numbers define the positioning clearly enough: one model for the mid-premium crowd, and one for value-driven buyers who want long battery life without moving too far up the price ladder.