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These Wireless Earbuds are SUPER Comfortable - LG TONE FREE FP9 Showcase

Linus Tech Tips@LinusTechTips706.7K viewsDec 3, 202111:16
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The video opens with Linus praising LG’s TONE Free FP9 earbuds for their exceptional comfort and compact charging case, positioning the FP8s and FP9s in a family of similarly designed earbuds that share active noise cancellation and a focus on user comfort. Early on, the host highlights the convenience of a plug and wireless feature on the FP9s, which allows audio to be forwarded via a 3.5mm to USB-C adapter for devices lacking reliable Bluetooth, a niche but practical capability for certain consoles and old gear. The discussion then turns to the UVnano charging case, which LG markets as sanitizing the ear mesh, and the live note that the UV feature runs faster than before while the FP8 lacks wireless charging. In the setup portion, Linus explores the packaging contents, ear tips in multiple sizes, and the magnetic charging contacts, emphasizing how the hardware integrates with Meridian for high fidelity sound. He also explains the companion app setup, touch controls, ambient mode, and the color indicators that show battery life, packing a lot of practical details into a single segment. By testing different EQ presets and noise cancelling levels, he demonstrates a range of listening experiences, from natural and ambient to game mode with lower latency, and even a whisper mode for hands-free conversations in noisy environments. The segment concludes with a candid assessment of comfort during sleep, comments on overall audio quality, and a nod to the branded sponsorship, noting that the FP9s deliver comfort and feature richness that justify their price, while LG marketing materials circulate in the background as context for viewers who value hardware design and user experience.

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Questions answered

What feature allows FP9 earbuds to be used with devices lacking strong Bluetooth support?
The FP9 earbuds can forward audio through a 3.5mm to USB-C adapter using the plug in wireless feature, allowing wired audio to pass to the earbuds.
What is the UVnano feature and how does it differ from FP8?
UVnano sanitizes the ear mesh by using a light to kill bacteria, and it runs faster on FP9s compared to FP8, with a stated 99% kill rate within five minutes.
How does whisper mode function and what is its limitation in this video?
Whisper mode is designed to allow quiet conversations in loud environments by capturing speech with the right earbud, but the feature is not fully user-toggleable in the current software and requires manual control in the lab version.