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Cleer Audio’s Arc 3 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds Support Dolby Atmos with Head-tracking: Preview

At $219.99, the Cleer Arc 3 are feature packed open-ear wireless earbuds with unique charging case, aptX lossless, Dolby Atmos with head-tracking and UV-C sterilization.

Cleer Audio Arc 3 Open-ear True Wireless Earbuds Lifestyles

San Diego, CA-based Cleer Audio is a well-respected manufacturer of smart speakers, headphones, and earbuds and has introduced the Arc 3 open-ear fit true wireless earbuds in black or pink for $219.99. This 3rd generation model includes a number of improvements over the previous generation Arc II, which debuted at $189.99 about 18 months ago.

Arc 3 Overview

Cleer Audio ARC3 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds With Charging Case in Black

The ARC 3 has an open-ear hook design that fits passively without blocking the sounds around you. The ear hook and hinge design has improved shape and flexibility to improve fit and comfort.

The Cleer ARC 3 is also ideal for hands-free phone and conference calls indoors and on the go. The ARC 3 also supports Voice Control.

Getting into music listening the ARC 3 earbuds incorporate Dolby Atmos optimization with Dolby head tracking for immersive sound, aptX Lossless and Snapdragon Sound Certification, LDAC (Lossless Digital Audio Codec) Hi-Res ultra-clear wireless audio transmission.

For added music listening support the ARC 3 features DBE 3.0 Dynamic Bass Enhancement, which produces deeper and more powerful bass, and Qualcomm’s S5 platform for faster, reliable, and better overall audio sound quality. 

Woman wearing pink Cleer Audio ARC3 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds

Access to the Cleer+ App (Android, iOS) is provided which enables additional control such as noise canceling and ambient sound levels,  EQ settings, and firmware updates. The app also provides access to the user manual, remaining battery level, and playback time.

For further convenience, ARC 3 also features an LED touchscreen built into its new smart case, with an interior mirror. The smart case also includes UV sterilization. Its UV-C light sanitizes the earbuds while not in use. 

Cleer Audio Arc 3 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds inside Charging Case in pink
Cleer Audio Arc 3 has a mirror inside the wireless charging case.

Comparison

ARC 3ARC II SportARC II StandardARC
Price$219.99$189.99$169.99$99.99
Headphone TypeOpen-Ear True Wireless EarbudsOpen-Ear True Wireless EarbudsOpen-Ear True Wireless EarbudsOpen-Ear True Wireless Earbuds
Driver2 x 16.2mm
Neodymium Dynamic Driver
2 x 16.2mm
Neodymium Dynamic Driver
2 x 16.2mm
Neodymium Dynamic Driver
2 x 16.2mm
Neodymium Dynamic Driver
Frequency Response (Bluetooth)50Hz-40kHz20Hz-20kHz20Hz-20kHz20Hz-20kHz
MicrophonescVc 2-mic Beamforming2-mic Beamforming with aptX VoicecVc 2-mic BeamformingcVc 2-mic Beamforming
Bluetooth Version5.45.35.35.0
Audio Format SupportaptX Adaptive
aptX Lossless 
SBC
AAC
LDAC
Dolby Atmos
aptX Adaptive
aptX Lossless
SBC
AAC
aptX Adaptive
aptX Lossless
SBC
AAC
aptX
SBC

Snapdragon SoundYesYesYes
Multipoint ConnectivityYesYesYes
Battery LifeUp to 10 hrs,
(50 hrs with charging case)
Up to 8 hrs
(35 hrs with charging case)
Up to 8 hrs
(35 hrs with charging case)
Up to 7 hrs
Charge MethodUSB-C or Wireless Charging charge caseUSB-C charging caseUSB-C charging caseUSB-A Integrated Carry Case
Quick Charge10min charge provides 1hr10min charge provides 1hr10min charge provides 1hr10min charge provides 1hr
IPX RatingIPX7IPX5IPX5IPX3
Cleer+ AppYesYesYesYes
Find My Earbuds FeatureYes
Earbud ControlsTouch Control

Hands-free 6 Axis Motion Sensor enabling head gesture controls
Touch Control

Hands-free 6 Axis Motion Sensor enabling head gesture controls
Touch Control 

Hands-free 6 Axis Motion Sensor enabling head gesture controls
Touch Control
LED Touchscreen Display on Charging CaseYes
ColorsBlack 
Pink
Black 
Red
Midnight Blue
Stone
Midnight Blue 
Light Grey
Weight12g (per earbud)
130g (both earbuds and case)
14g (per earbud)
130g (both earbuds and case)
14g (per earbud)
130g (both earbuds and case)
14.5g (per earbud)
96.5g (both earbuds and case)
What’s In The BoxARC 3 Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds

USB-C + Wireless Charging Touch Smart Charge Case

Quick Start Guide, User Manual, Warranty Card

Charging Cable USB-C to USB-A
ARC II Sport Open-Ear Earbuds

USB-C Charging Case

Quick Start Guide, User Manual, Warranty Card

Charging Cable USB-C to USB-A
ARC II Standard Open-Ear Earbuds

USB-C Charging Case

Quick Start Guide, User Manual, Warranty Card

Charging Cable USB-C to USB-A
ARC Open Ear True Wireless Earbuds

Carrying Case with Integrated Charger

Quick Start Guide, User Manual, Warranty Card
Cleer Audio ARC 3 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds Black In-hand with charging case
Woman wearing pink Cleer Audio ARC3 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds looking into mirror charging chase

The Bottom line

Ever since Cleer Audio appeared on the scene in 2015, the San Diego-based company has been offering up well-regarded headphone products. The ARC 3 packs in a lot of capabilities at a reasonable price and currently are the only open-ear earhook style bud to support Dolby Atmos with head-tracking.

In addition, support for Bluetooth aptX Lossless makes these somewhat future-proof in regard to achieving hi-res streaming between your device and buds. However, very few smartphones let you take advantage of this feature.

The open-ear earhook design might not provide the last word in passive isolation, but it does come with a rather significant benefit that more consumers should think about; especially those who commute on the subway, or who take early morning or evening walks — situational awareness. If you can’t hear an oncoming car or cyclist, or another pedestrian (who may not have good intentions) — you are putting yourself in potential danger.

Cleer is also going for a stylish look with a touchscreen charging case – and what is the deal with the mirror? I guess you can use it to check makeup or perhaps see who is creeping up behind you.

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Cleer Audio ARC3 Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds Black and Pink

Where to buy Cleer Arc 3?

Cleer Audio Arc 3 is available as of October 24, 2024 in black or light pink finishes at the online stories listed below.

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