Xiaomi REDMI Teases First Clip Neo Open-Ear Headphones
Xiaomi's REDMI brand is teasing its upcoming Clip Neo clip-on open-ear headphones, scheduled to launch on October 27. The device features a 12mm high-performance dual-magnet design, dynamic AI call noise reduction, and integration with Xiaomi HyperConnect for on-device voice assistant support. This release expands Xiaomi's consumer audio ecosystem by bringing advanced features like on-device voice control and cross-device intelligence to affordable open-ear form factors. It highlights the ongoing industry trend of embedding intelligent AI assistants and spatial connectivity into everyday wearables. Each earbud weighs a lightweight 5.3g, utilizing skin-friendly liquid silicone and 0.6mm memory titanium wire with an asymmetric clip design. It supports continuous multi-turn dialogue, immersive chatting, and smart home or vehicle control through a multi-function physical button.
## BACKGROUND
Xiaomi HyperConnect is the foundational cross-device interconnectivity architecture behind Xiaomi's 'Human x Car x Home' ecosystem, allowing seamless device collaboration and atomic capability sharing. On-device voice assistants process speech locally to enhance privacy, reduce latency, and ensure usability even without a constant cloud connection.