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realme Buds Air 7 Pro: A Bold Leap into AI Audio Territory
The realme Buds Air 7 Pro launched with a headline feature that immediately turned heads—AI Live Translation. A feature once limited to flagship phones and software ecosystems is now packed into your earbuds. As bold as that sounds, we wanted to see if this tech is more than just marketing.
After several days of hands-on testing in noisy cafés, public transport, and one accidental eavesdrop in a French bakery, we’re finally ready to share our full experience with the Buds Air 7 Pro—how well the AI translation actually works, and whether these ₹5,000 earbuds are redefining budget TWS innovation or just dipping into AI hype.
Design & Comfort: Familiar but Premium
At first glance, the Buds Air 7 Pro stick to realme’s tried-and-tested look—matte case, slightly angled stems, and a minimalist approach. But the details show polish. The earbuds feel lighter than expected and sit comfortably for hours, even during long translation tests or music sessions.
The charging case is pocketable and features a neat LED indicator upfront. It charges via USB-C and supports wireless charging—yes, wireless charging under ₹6K.
Audio Performance: Hi-Fi Goes Affordable
Before we dive into the AI magic, let’s talk about sound. realme claims 50dB ANC and Hi-Res certified audio, and it delivers.
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Bass: Deep and punchy, without muddying vocals.
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Mids & Highs: Surprisingly clean, especially in acoustic or vocal-heavy tracks.
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ANC: Blocks out 90% of café chatter and metro noise. Impressive for the price point.
Whether you're a podcast listener, Spotify addict, or call junkie, the audio profile feels refined. It also supports LHDC 5.0 codec, which is rare at this level.
AI Live Translator: Novelty or Game-Changer?
Here’s the real deal. The Buds Air 7 Pro pairs with the realme Link app, where you enable the AI Live Translator. It supports over 50 languages and works in real-time—processing voice input, translating, and reading out the translation.
We tested it in four use cases:
1. Face-to-Face Conversation:
Speaking with a Japanese tourist in English and receiving Japanese audio in the earbuds was shockingly fluid. There was a 2-second delay, but accuracy was solid for basic phrases like “Where is the metro?” or “How much does this cost?”
2. On a Phone Call:
You speak in your native tongue, and the app translates and reads it out to the listener on the other side. It works best with clean speech and minimal slang.
3. Watching Foreign YouTube Videos:
Using screen overlay, it picked up audio and gave translated subtitles in the app. This isn’t perfect yet, but for tutorials or news in another language, it’s decent.
4. In Travel Situations:
In a crowded Tamil Nadu railway station, we tried translating English announcements to Hindi. With some hiccups due to background noise, it still managed to catch key words like “departure,” “platform,” and times.
Bottom line: It’s not flawless, but it’s easily the best real-time translator in any earbuds under ₹10,000. It’s a tool, not a gimmick.
Battery & Connectivity
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Playback Time: Around 10 hours on a single charge, 38 hours with the case (with ANC off).
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Fast Charging: 10 minutes = 7 hours playback.
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Bluetooth 5.4 ensures low latency and stable connection, even while switching between devices.
We tried dual-device connection between a phone and laptop—no stutters, no drama.
Real Use Verdict: Should You Buy?
If you’re someone who travels often, talks to international clients, or just wants to understand that Spanish TV show better—this AI feature is not a gimmick. It's usable, practical, and genuinely futuristic for the price.
Add to that solid audio, ANC, comfort, and a decent battery, and you get a complete package at ₹5,000–₹5,500.
Pros:
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Functional AI Live Translation
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Excellent ANC and sound quality
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Dual-device connectivity
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Long battery life
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Wireless charging
Cons:
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AI Translation needs clean speech input
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Small app learning curve
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No inbuilt translation storage/log
Final Thoughts
realme Buds Air 7 Pro isn’t just another “TWS with gimmicks.” It proves that AI can live in everyday tech, not just in labs or luxury products. The translation tool won't replace a human interpreter—but it can bridge language gaps when you need it most.
Tech, when done right, doesn’t shout—it whispers in your ear.