Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 Earbuds Add Active Noise Canceling
▼ Summary
– Anker’s new Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds feature active noise cancellation (ANC) for better noise blocking, an upgrade from previous passive noise isolation models.
– The Sleep A30 earbuds are available for preorder via Kickstarter at $229.99, with early backers able to get them for $139, and full retail launch expected in August 2025.
– The earbuds are 7% slimmer and smaller than previous versions, with multiple ear tip and wing options for improved comfort, especially for side sleepers.
– Battery life is reduced to 9 hours (45 with case) due to ANC, but only when using onboard sleep sounds; streaming reduces it further to 6.5 hours (35 with case).
– New features include snore-masking technology in the charging case, sleep monitoring, position tracking, a private alarm, and a Find My Earbud function.
Anker’s latest Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds bring active noise cancellation to bedtime, promising better sleep through advanced sound-blocking technology. The new wireless earbuds represent a significant upgrade over previous models, combining physical noise isolation with digital ANC to create what could be the most effective sleep-focused audio solution yet.
Priced at $229.99, the Sleep A30 enters the market through a Kickstarter campaign before wider release next year. Early backers can secure them for just $139, a substantial discount that makes them competitive with last year’s A20 model. The redesigned earbuds are 7% slimmer than their predecessors, addressing comfort concerns for side sleepers with a lower-profile shape that reduces pressure against pillows.
Comfort gets serious attention with multiple fit options included in the box: four silicone ear tip sizes, three memory foam tip options, and three wing sizes for secure overnight wear. Anker promises these combine to block up to 30dB of external noise, with the dual-microphone ANC system working alongside the physical seal for maximum sound isolation.
Battery performance shows some trade-offs for the new features. While the A30 delivers nine hours of standalone playback (45 hours with case), this drops to 6.5 hours when streaming content from a phone. The figures represent a reduction from the A20’s 14-hour runtime, but still cover most sleep needs when using the built-in white noise tracks.
One standout innovation is the smart charging case with snore detection capabilities. Using adaptive audio processing, it identifies nearby snoring patterns and generates counter-sounds to mask the disturbance. The system joins other sleep-focused features like position tracking, rest quality analysis through the companion app, and a locator function for misplaced earbuds.
For those struggling with nighttime noise, the Sleep A30’s combination of ANC technology and specialized sleep features could make them worth the premium over standard earbuds. The Kickstarter campaign offers the first chance to test whether these upgrades truly deliver on the promise of better sleep through better sound control.
(Source: The Verge)
