Moto Buds 2 Plus Debuts at MWC 2026 With Bose Sound and Dynamic ANC

March 3, 2026

Motorola unveils two new true wireless headsets, the Moto Buds 2 Plus and Moto Buds 2, at MWC 2026 in Barcelona. The lineup expands Motorola's audio portfolio with two TWS options that share essential features such as Dynamic Active Noise Cancellation, Hi-Res Audio with LHDC, and Spatial Audio, while differing in sound tuning and premium features. The Moto Buds 2 Plus integrates Sound by Bose technology for a premium audio profile, while the Moto Buds 2 relies on a dual-driver arrangement for its sound profile. Both models come with the Moto Buds app that governs smart features, including AI-assisted voice noise reduction through CrystalTalk AI.

The Moto Buds 2 Plus carries a higher price point and a premium branding angle, while the Buds 2 targets a lower price segment with a longer battery target. Motorola confirms the two devices will be available in multiple regions in the coming weeks.

Pricing and Availability

The Moto Buds 2 Plus starts at EUR 149 roughly Rs 16,000 and will roll out in Pantone Cool White and Pantone Silhouette colourways in select markets across Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and Asia-Pacific in the coming weeks.

The Moto Buds 2 costs EUR 79 roughly Rs 8,500 and will roll out in the same regions during the same period, with Pantone Carbon, Pantone Violet Ice and Pantone Grey Mist shades.

Specs and App Features

The Moto Buds 2 Plus features 11mm dynamic drivers paired with Knowles balanced armatures. It supports Hi-Res Audio with LHDC and Spatial Audio. The earbuds offer Dynamic Active Noise Cancellation and include six microphones with Environmental Noise Cancellation and a high signal-to-noise ratio for calls. Users can enable CrystalTalk AI through the Moto Buds app for additional AI-based voice noise reduction.

The Moto Buds 2 combines 11mm dynamic drivers with 6mm micro planar magnetic drivers. It supports Hi-Res Audio with LHDC and Spatial Audio. Dynamic ANC is rated at up to 55dB and is paired with Transparency Mode. The earbuds include six microphones with Environmental Noise Cancellation for calls.

Both models support Dual Connection for pairing with two devices at once and connect via Bluetooth 6.0. Features available through the Moto Buds app include Audio Share, Wear Detection, Gaming Mode with reduced latency, and customizable touch controls. On compatible Motorola devices, users can access Moto AI features such as Catch Me Up, Pay Attention, Remember This, and AI-powered translation.

11mm dynamic drivers (Plus) and Knowles balanced armatures
6mm micro planar magnetic drivers (Buds 2)
Hi-Res Audio with LHDC
Hi-Res Audio with Low-Latency High-Definition Audio Codec (Plus)
Spatial Audio
Dynamic Active Noise Cancellation with Environmental Noise Cancellation for calls
CrystalTalk AI voice noise reduction
Six microphones per earbud
Dual Connection with Bluetooth 6.0
Battery life: Plus up to 9 hours per charge; 40 hours with case; Buds 2 up to 11 hours per charge; 48 hours with case
10-minute quick charge yields up to 3 hours of playback
Colorways: Plus Pantone Cool White, Pantone Silhouette; Buds 2 Pantone Carbon, Pantone Violet Ice, Pantone Grey Mist

Motorola Unveils Moto Buds 2 Plus and Moto Buds 2 at MWC 2026

Pricing and Availability

The Moto Buds 2 costs EUR 79 roughly Rs 8,500 and will roll out in the same regions during the same period, with Pantone Carbon, Pantone Violet Ice and Pantone Grey Mist shades.

Specs and App Features

Both earphone models (Buds 2 / Buds Plus) support Dual Connection capabilities and use Bluetooth 6.0 to connect to two devices simultaneously. Some of the features offered through the Moto Buds app for both models are Audio Sharing, Wear Detection, Gaming Mode (which reduces latency), and customizable touch controls. Also, if you have the appropriate compatible Motorola phone, you can access the following Moto AI features: Catch Me Up, Pay Attention, Remember Me, and AI-Powered translation.

Key Specifications

11mm dynamic drivers (Buds Plus), Knowles balanced armatures.
6mm micro planar magnetic drivers (Buds 2).
Hi-Res Audio (Patron with LHDC) and Hi-Res Audio with Low Latency High Definition Audio Codec (Buds Plus).
Spatial Audio and Dynamic Active Noise Cancellation (with Environmental Noise Canceling for Phone Calls).
CrystalTalk AI voice reduction for noise.
6 microphones per earbud.
Dual Connection with Bluetooth 6.0.
Battery Life: Buds Plus = up to 9 hours per charge, 40 hours with case; Buds 2 = up to 11 hours (<10/hr) per charge, 48 hours with case.
10-minute quick charge yields up to 3 hours of play time.
Colors: Buds Plus = Pantone Cool White, Pantone Silhouette; Buds 2 = Pantone Carbon, Pantone Violet Ice, Pantone Grey Mist.
Moto Buds app = Audio Sharing, Wear Detection, Gaming Mode, customizable touch controls.
Moto AI features = Catch Me Up, Pay Attention, Remember Me, and AI-Powered translation (for compatible devices).

Moto Buds app features: Audio Share, Wear Detection, Gaming Mode, customizable touch controls
Moto AI features: Catch Me Up, Pay Attention, Remember This, AI-powered translation on compatible devices