Belkin recently unveiled its latest affordable SoundForm Rhythm earbuds. We had received the earbuds for review, and here are our thoughts about it.
The new SoundForm Rhythm earbuds feature a compact stem design that is lightweight. The charging pins are located at the bottom of the stem, and the device comes with IPX5 certification for water and splash resistance. The earbuds are equipped with Belkin’s latest Signature Sound audio technology that delivers a fully balanced, high-fidelity audio experience.
Belkin also mentions that the earbuds are made of recycled plastic. The device also features a built-in environmental noise-cancelling (ENC) function for clear calls. The new SoundForm Rhythm earbuds are designed to stay comfortable on the ears for longer sessions. The earbuds are easy to place on the ears, and they stay rigid. The Belkin SoundForm Rhythm comes in both black and white color options.
The charging case also features a slim and compact design that can fit pockets and bags easily. The charging case uses USB-C fast charging capability, and the case offers up to 20 hours of battery life. By just charging for 10 minutes, you can achieve up to 90 minutes of playback time. The earbuds themselves offer up to 8 hours of non-stop playback. The charging case also comes with a 4-point battery life indicator, so you will be able to know the battery capacity without the need of the Belkin app.
The earbuds use Bluetooth 5.3 wireless connectivity that offers up to 10 m of range. There is also the Bluetooth multipoint technology that offers users to simultaneously establish a two-device connection. The 100% plastic-free packaging includes the SoundForm Rhythm earbuds, the charging case, a USB-C charging cable, three silicone ear tip size pairs, and a quick start guide. The earbuds are compatible with most of the modern Apple iPhones and Macbooks, Windows laptop brands, Google Android smartphones, Samsung Galaxy smartphones, and more. Belkin has listed all the officially tested devices on their support page.
Verdict
If you are looking for budget-based earbuds that offer decent audio performance and stable connections, then we suggest the Belkin SoundForm Rhythm True Wireless Earbuds. The new earbuds are lightweight and feel comfortable to wear. The charging case features a slim design that can be carried in pockets easily. The earbuds come with Belkin’s signature Sound technology for balanced high-fidelity audio quality, and the Clear Call Quality technology with environmental noise cancellation helps to reduce background noise during calls.
The earbuds offer up to 8 hours of playback time, along with the charging case for an additional 20 hours of use. The charging case also features fast USB-C charging, and charging for just 10 minutes, offers up to one and a half hours of playback time. The device uses Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless connectivity for stable connections. Belkin also offers 2 years of warranty for the SoundForm Rhythm earbuds.
