The Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds are ready for pre-order in Singapore now. If you own Microsoft Surface products, they will be the best complement to your daily needs.
In my opinion, the Surface Earbuds is something you would either love it or hate it. There is no in-between. As for the Surface Headphones 2, it is subjective as there are many alternatives out there.
However, if you are already in the Microsoft Surface ecosystem, you should just get them as they will work seamlessly with other products.
The Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds are available for pre-orders in Singapore starting 25th August 2020 and will be available via the Microsoft Store from 8th September 2020.
The RRP for Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds are S$378 and S$300 respectively.
More details in the Press Release.
Press Release
Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds now available for pre-order in Singapore
New Surface accessories will be generally available from 8 September 2020
Singapore, 25 August 2020 – Microsoft today announced that the Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds are now available for pre-orders in Singapore via the Microsoft Store.
Launched as part of the new Surface line-up, the Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds are designed to help users find moments of focus and connection anytime, anywhere. Both accessories will be available via the Microsoft Store and authorized commercial resellers from 8 September 2020.
“As the way we work and learn continues to evolve, the need for devices that keep us productive and connected has never been greater. The new Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds are designed to complete the Surface experience for users by offering all-day wearing comfort and amazing sound quality to enhance productivity and help users stay focused on their tasks throughout the day. We have seen strong, positive response during the launch period, and we are excited to be bringing these devices into the Singapore market,” said Shyamol Bansal, Business Group Lead for Surface & Mixed Reality, Microsoft Singapore.
Surface Headphones 2
Designed for users looking to focus and connect in any setting, Surface Headphones 2 slips comfortably over the ears with soft, lightweight ear pads, allowing users to enjoy their favorite music and shows in comfort and style all day.
Boasting an improved battery life of up to 20 hours1, Surface Headphones 2 comes equipped with crystal-clear Omnisonic sound and 13 levels of active noise cancellation, which is adjustable through intuitive on-ear dials and specifically tuned to either block out or amplify human voices. This latest function comes in handy for users who are looking to focus on their work without distractions from background noises. The headphones also allow dictation in Microsoft 365 apps2*, including Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, keeping both hands free for maximum productivity.
Surface Headphones 2 comes in two colors – Light Grey and Matte Black, and sports an improved ear cup design that rotates 180 degrees for greater wearing comfort. Users can connect the Surface Headphones 2 to their Windows 10 PC right out of the box with Swift Pair3 enabled.
Surface Earbuds
Surface Earbuds feature an ultra-comfortable and secure design with intuitive touch controls, allowing users to start a phone call, change songs, or instantly play Spotify4 from an Android phone5 with a simple touch, tap or swipe.
Users can enjoy all-day battery life6 with the accompanying wireless charging case and experience incredible sound quality through custom-designed drivers in the earbuds that are precisely tuned to deliver an immersive acoustic experience. Each earbud comes with two advanced microphones that increase voice clarity, while blocking out background noise during calls.
Surface Earbuds include productivity-focused features such as screen-free integration with Microsoft 3657*, allowing users to manage their calendars, capture to-do’s, reply emails on the go8 and control PowerPoint presentations in Windows 10 effortlessly. Surface Earbuds also allow for seamless pairing with Surface PCs via Swift Pair9, complementing the Surface experience for users who are looking for a premium audio accessory to fuel their productivity.
Availability and Pricing
Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds are available for pre-orders in Singapore starting 25 August 2020 and will be available via the Microsoft Store from 8 September 2020. Surface Commercial customers can also purchase the devices from commercial resellers AsiaPac, JK Technology and UIC.
About Microsoft
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1 Up to 20 hours of battery life when connected via Bluetooth® with active noise cancellation on. Battery life varies with usage and settings.
2 Subscription required
* Sold separately
3 Pairing functionality requires Windows 10 with the latest updates
4 Spotify account required
5 Requires Android Nougat
6 Up to 24 hours of battery life with the included charging case: 8 hours continuous listening time on a single charge, plus another two 8-hour charges with the charging case. Battery life may vary by usage.
7 Requires subscription to Microsoft 365 and app download (requires Microsoft account and internet connection, must accept Terms of Use microsoft.com/useterms).
* Sold separately
8 Available on the Outlook Mobile app for iOS
9 Pairing functionality requires a Surface or other PC running Windows 10 with the latest updates