NUARL Launches “νClip Standard Edition” Ear-Free Earphones on July 1st, Offering High-Quality Audio and Clear Calls at an Accessible Price

NUARL to Release “νClip Standard Edition” Ear-Free Earphones on July 1st

NUARL, an original brand of MTI Corporation, is set to launch the “νClip Standard Edition” (Standard Edition) ear-free wireless earphones on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. This new model in the νClip series focuses on delivering pure audio performance and call quality at a more accessible price point. To commemorate the launch, a “30-Day Free Return Campaign” will be held exclusively on the NUARL official online store.

Development Background: A More Accessible Option for Those Seeking Pure Sound and Comfort

The existing “νClip (Standard Edition)” has gained significant popularity as a full-spec business device, offering automatic summarization and translation through its AI assistant app “AURALINK.” However, feedback from users indicated a desire for an option focused solely on audio and call functions, without the advanced AURALINK features.

In response, the “Standard Edition” was developed, maintaining the exceptional wearability, high-quality sound, and clear call performance of the νClip’s hardware, but omitting the AURALINK app integration to achieve a more cost-effective price. This makes it an ideal choice for various scenarios, from long web conferences to daily music listening during commutes and workouts, catering to those who prefer to smartly select only the features they truly need.

General AI Apps (ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.) Remain Usable

While the “Standard Edition” does not support the dedicated AI translation and summarization app “AURALINK,” it does not restrict the use of general AI functions through the earphones themselves. Thanks to the νClip’s high-performance call microphone and clear audio output, common AI voice assistant apps like “ChatGPT” and “Gemini” installed on a smartphone can be used with exceptional comfort. This allows users to integrate their preferred AI tools to enhance efficiency in business and daily life.

Key Features of “νClip Standard Edition”

The hardware design of the Standard Edition is identical to the AURALINK-compatible version, ensuring uncompromising NUARL quality.

Comfortable All-Day Hold

Designed to fit Japanese ears, the flexible arm gently clips onto the ear, preventing discomfort even during prolonged wear. The ear-free design also eliminates the stuffy feeling often associated with in-ear headphones.

Three Convenient Sound Modes for On and Off Use

• Voice Boost Mode: Enhances human voices, making conference calls clearer even amidst ambient noise.

• Spatial Audio: Optimized for video viewing.

• Gaming Mode: Reduces latency during gameplay.

High-Quality Call Noise Cancelling

Equipped with a call noise-canceling microphone, it reduces surrounding distractions, ensuring the user’s voice is clearly transmitted during calls and conferences, and preventing the unconscious tendency to raise one’s voice.

Other Features of “νClip Standard Edition”

• First ear-cuff type to feature MEMS Hybrid Dual Drivers

• Micro Sound Slit to reduce sound leakage

• Dual interface with knock sensor and push button

• Supports smartphone app “NUARL Connect” (available on App Store and Google Play Store)

• LDAC & Hi-Res Wireless compatible

• Supports smartphone operations (volume control may vary with some digital audio players)

• Supports multipoint connection (requires NUARL Connect app settings; multipoint connection is not available when using LDAC)

• IPX4 equivalent water resistance

• Supports wireless charging (charging case only)

Product Information

• Product Name: NUARL νClip Standard Edition Open Wireless Earbuds

• Model/Color/JAN Code:

  • NVCSE-NB / Natural Black / 4560358458763

  • NVCSE-NW / Neutral White / 4560358458770

• Suggested Retail Price: 17,600 yen (tax included)

• Scheduled Release Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

• Sales Channels: Specialty stores, electronics retailers, EC malls, and others

Launch Commemoration! “30-Day Free Return Campaign”

To celebrate the launch of the “νClip Standard Edition,” the popular “30-Day Free Return Campaign” will be reinstated for a limited time. This special program is designed for individuals who wish to experience the comfort of ear-free earphones, are concerned about fit, or want to verify the actual sound and call quality.

• Eligible Stores: NUARL Official Online Store (Yahoo! Shopping Store / Rakuten Ichiba Store)

• Campaign Details: For “νClip (Standard Edition only)” purchased during the campaign period, a full refund will be provided for returns within 30 days of product arrival, even if the product has been used, should the customer not be satisfied.

• Campaign Period: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 – Monday, August 31, 2026

Note: Customers are responsible for return shipping costs. Please check the special pages on each official store for campaign details.

Specifications

• Configuration: Hybrid Dual Driver equipped, ear-cuff open-type, independent left/right wireless stereo earphones

• Functions: Voice Boost, Spatial Audio, Low Latency Mode, Call Noise Cancelling

• External Dimensions:

  • (Earphone per side) W30 × H26 × D15mm

  • (Charging Case) W68 × H43 × D25mm

• Weight:

  • (Earphone per side) 6g

  • (Charging Case) 32g

• Drivers:

  • (Mid-low frequency) φ10×15mm PEEK+PU composite diaphragm dynamic type “NUARL DRIVER” ×1

  • (High frequency) xMEMS “Cowell” Side-Firing MEMS speaker ×1

• Microphones: 2 (per side)

• Battery:

  • (Earphone per side) 3.7V/65mA Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery

  • (Charging Case) 3.7V/470mA Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery

• Continuous Playback Time: Approx. 7 hours (AAC connection/50% volume)

• Maximum Playback Time: 24 hours (combined with case)

• Charging Time:

  • (Earphone per side) Approx. 2 hours

  • (Charging Case) Approx. 1.5 hours (USB-C connection), Approx. 3 hours (wireless charging)

• Charging Method: USB-C connection / Wireless charging

• Bluetooth Standard: Bluetooth 5.4 Class2 / Multipairing (4) / Multipoint (2)

• Supported Profiles: A2DP / AVRCP / HFP / SPP

• Supported Codecs: SBC / AAC / LDAC

• Water Resistance: IPX4 equivalent

• Accessories: Charging case, charging cable, Quick Guide (Japanese, English, Chinese)

• Warranty Period: 1 year

NUARL Connect App Features

The “NUARL Connect” app offers a range of functionalities to enhance the user experience:

• Display of connected model name

• Display of earphone firmware version

• Display of earphone battery level

• Display of active call microphone side for earphones

• Voice Boost ON-OFF toggle

• Gaming Mode ON-OFF toggle

• Spatial Audio ON-OFF toggle

• Tone Control (automatically OFF when Voice Boost, Spatial Audio, or Volume Boost modes are active; enabling Tone Control turns these modes OFF)

• Left/Right Balance Control

• Earphone power off

• Earphone button operation ON-OFF toggle

• Tap operation switching

• Button operation switching

• Multipoint ON-OFF toggle

• LDAC ON-OFF toggle

• Voice Guide selection (Japanese, English, None)

• Viewing app operation manual

• Viewing product instruction manual (external link to web page)

• Viewing product information (external link to web page)

• Firmware update function

• Settings reset

About NUARL

NATURAL & NEUTRAL. NUARL is a new Japanese brand dedicated to offering mobile products that naturally blend into daily life with comfort and a neutral presence. It proposes designs where all relationships—materials, shapes, technology, and time—are balanced, creating a harmonious and pleasant experience. NUARL products are developed in Japan, and their designs are outsourced to industrial designers within Japan.

About MTI Corporation

Established in Japan in 1998, MTI Corporation began as a trading company specializing in import and export between Japan and China. Leveraging its experience in trade, the company analyzed the needs of the Japanese market and started a consulting business, providing Japanese manufacturers with information on capable Chinese and Taiwanese manufacturing companies. From the 2000s, MTI further utilized this knowledge to embark on proprietary product development for the Japanese market, creating a diverse range of products to meet domestic demands. Currently, in an era of rapid technological innovation, MTI utilizes its unique manufacturing network to stay abreast of the latest information, offering integrated OEM/ODM services from product planning and design development to import/export trade. The company is committed to continuously improving management capabilities, refining technology, and fostering innovation to deliver superior products to its customers.

Further Information

• NUARL website: https://nuarl.com

• Customer inquiries: https://nuarl.com/contact