What are the specifications of the Beats Flex Earphones?

Beats Flex headphones carry the exceptional sound you expect from Beats, complete with a 12 hour battery life, powered by an Apple W1 chip. As soon as they're in your ears, they automatically play music so you never miss a thing. Knotted wires are a thing of the past with the secure Flex-Form cable and magnetic earbuds. Be heard like never before, with the built-in microphone with wind reduction for elevated clarity.

How do I charge Beats Flex?

Charging your Beats Flex is simple. Plug in the included USB-C power cable and you're good to go. You'll get up to 12 hours of listening time on a full charge.

What is the battery life like on Beats Flex Earbuds?

With up to 12 hours of listening time on a single charge, Beats Flex earphones are designed for those with a busy lifestyle. This means they can keep up with you from day to night.

How do I turn off Beats Wireless Flex?

If you want to turn off your Beats Flex, simply hold down the power button for 1 second, which is located on the right side of the control module. This will turn your earbuds on or off.

Can I connect Beats Flex to my iPhone?

Yes, you can - they're powered using Apple's W1 chip for seamless connectivity. Beats are compatible with both iPhone and Android, so whatever phone you have, you can experience the powerful audio technology of Beats Flex.

Beats Beats Flex All-day Wireless Earphones

Be ready for anything

Whether you're listening to music, taking calls or scrolling your social feed, always be ready for what's next with Beats Flex. Never miss a thing with earbuds that automatically play music when they’re in your ears and pause when they’re secured around your neck(1). And the Flex-Form cable and choice of ear tips will make sure you’re comfy, all day long. Don't worry about knotted wires at the bottom of your bag – the magnetic earbuds keep Beats Flex tangle-free ready to grab and go for next time.

Make the connection

Used to your headphones cutting off halfway through your commute? Or in the middle of a long shift? Beats Flex is powered by the Apple W1 chip, so you can be sure they won’t let you down with seamless connectivity(2). And with up to 12 hours(4) of listening time, you'll be able to binge your favourite box set wherever you are. Need a little boost on the go? Get up to one and a half hours of power, when you charge your Beats Flex for just ten minutes.

Get lost in the moment

Making long-distance calls with a family member. Listening to the latest album drop. Or taking voice memos on your morning walk. Whatever you're using Beats Flex for, you'll get crystal-clear sound every time. The built-in microphone reduces wind noise for better voice clarity on calls, and you can easily adjust volume or skip songs with the on-device controls. Plus, Audio Sharing(3) lets you share whatever you’re listening to with your friends. Simply bring their pair of Beats or AirPods near your Apple device and connect with a tap.

Compatible with Apple and Android

Don't have an Apple device? Don't worry. Beats Flex are compatible with Android devices and connect seamlessly via Bluetooth. Easily download the Beats app in the Google Play Store to access features like quick pairing, your device status and any necessary software updates. Plus, the USB-C charge connector gives you a single charging solution for both Android and Apple devices.

Beats Flex highlights

Magnetic earbuds with Auto-Play/Pause¹

Up to 12 hours of listening time²

All-day comfort with Flex-Form cable and four ear tip options

Powered by the Apple W1 chip for seamless connectivity³

Audio Sharing lets you wirelessly share audio with another pair of Beats headphones or AirPods⁴

Class 1 Bluetooth® for extended range and fewer dropouts

Built-in microphone with wind reduction for elevated voice clarity Compatible with Apple and Android

Tech specs

What's In The Box	Beats Flex wireless earphones USB-C to USB-C charging cable Ear tips with four size options Quick Start Guide Warranty card Beats Flex packaging is made from 87% plant based materials sourced from recycled fibre and/or sustainable forests Manufactured in a zero-waste facility

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What are the specifications of the Beats Flex Earphones? Collapsed link: Beats Flex headphones carry the exceptional sound you expect from Beats, complete with a 12 hour battery life, powered by an Apple W1 chip. As soon as they're in your ears, they automatically play music so you never miss a thing. Knotted wires are a thing of the past with the secure Flex-Form cable and magnetic earbuds. Be heard like never before, with the built-in microphone with wind reduction for elevated clarity.
How do I charge Beats Flex? Collapsed link: Charging your Beats Flex is simple. Plug in the included USB-C power cable and you're good to go. You'll get up to 12 hours of listening time on a full charge.
What is the battery life like on Beats Flex Earbuds? Collapsed link: With up to 12 hours of listening time on a single charge, Beats Flex earphones are designed for those with a busy lifestyle. This means they can keep up with you from day to night.
How do I turn off Beats Wireless Flex? Collapsed link: If you want to turn off your Beats Flex, simply hold down the power button for 1 second, which is located on the right side of the control module. This will turn your earbuds on or off.
Can I connect Beats Flex to my iPhone? Collapsed link: Yes, you can - they're powered using Apple's W1 chip for seamless connectivity. Beats are compatible with both iPhone and Android, so whatever phone you have, you can experience the powerful audio technology of Beats Flex.

The legal bit

1 Compatible with iOS and iPadOS 14 or later, macOS 11 or later, watchOS 7 or later and tvOS 14 or later; compatibility will vary on Android devices.

2 Testing conducted by Apple in August 2020 using pre-production Beats Flex and software paired with iPhone 11 Pro Max units and pre-release software. The playlist consisted of 358 unique audio tracks purchased from the iTunes Store (256 Kbps AAC encoding). Volume was set to 50%. Total listening time was up to 12 hours. Testing consisted of full Beats Flex battery discharge while playing audio until Beats Flex stopped playback. 10 minute charge testing conducted with drained Beats Flex that were charged for 10 minutes, then audio playback was started until Beats Flex stopped playback. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage and many other factors.

3 Requires iCloud account and macOS Sierra, iOS 10, watchOS 3 or later versions.

4 Audio Sharing is compatible with Beats Flex, Solo Pro, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats, Solo3 Wireless, Powerbeats3 Wireless, Beats Studio3 Wireless, BeatsX, AirPods (1st generation or later) and AirPods Pro. Works with iPhone 8 or later and iPod touch (7th generation) with the latest version of iOS, and 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2nd generation or later), 11-inch iPad Pro, 10.5-inch iPad Pro, iPad (5th generation or later), iPad Air (3rd generation) and iPad mini (5th generation) with the latest version of iPadOS.

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