NOKIA POWER EARBUDS LITE

The BH-405 earbuds come with a charging case, Type-C data cable (nope, there’s no wireless charging), and several different ear-tip options to ensure a comfy fit. The pill-shaped 600 mAh battery case is made from durable polycarbonate, and when you open it, four LEDs indicate the state of charge. The buds plus the case should deliver around 35 hours of battery life, which is more than respectable.

The buds come in three colours, to suit your style, and the IPX7 rating indicates they can survive up to 30 minutes submerged in one metre of water. This is a superior rating to most competing brands, which are mostly water-resistant (or IPX5 rated).

While there is no active noise cancellation (ANC), the audio quality is very good; the buds use a graphene diaphragm, which is known for its high strength and excellent acoustic properties. Single- and double-taps engage the play and pause functions, and control the volume.

For their price, the BH-405 earbuds are a promising and easy-to-operate option in a highly competitive market.

RRP R1 499 nokia.com/phones/en_za/accessories