Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds Review: First Impressions

 If you hate the underwater sound that most wireless earbuds have, the Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds are for you. Keep reading to discover why you need to check out these wireless earbuds from Edifier.

My favorite earbuds needed replacing, as the right ear loop broke, and I needed a new pair. I was at the gym, and I opened up the case to my over-the-ear wireless earbuds to place the right one in my ear. When I took the earbud out of the case, it broke in two pieces. That made it unusable as it would not stay in my ear. I was devastated as I loved the way these earbuds fit.

For the rest of my workout, I had to wear the left earbud to listen to music. I was not happy that I had to buy a set of new wireless earbuds. Music is essential for exercise, as fast upbeat music helps me with my workout.  

Sure, I could just listen to music and watch movies with the left earbud, but it was not going to work. You are probably thinking that my reason for needing new earbuds is that I need one for each ear, but that is not the case. I am a one-earbud person, and it has to be in the right ear.

Wearing earbuds in each ear sounds and feels like I am underwater

Call me strange, but I can't wear two wireless earbuds when listening to music. When I have both earbuds in my ears, it sounds and feels like I am underwater. I am a one-earbud music listener, and I favor my right ear.  I also prefer the over-the-ear earbuds for comfort and ease of mind, for them not falling out.

Trying the Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds

That day, I got an offer from Edifier to check out their Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds. I liked the shape of these wireless earbuds, as they looked like they would not fall out of my ears. I needed new earbuds, and they wanted me to review their NeoBuds, so I accepted their offer.

About Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds

  + Planar Magnetic Drivers: Deliver detailed and precise audio across a wide frequency range for an enriched listening experience.

  + 2nd Gen EqualMass™ Patented Wiring Technology: Paired with a micron-scale diaphragm, ensures exceptional transient response and low distortion.

  + Qualcomm® Snapdragon Sound™ Technology: Provides an immersive, crystal-clear audio experience for music, calls, and gaming.

  + Multiple HD Codecs: Supports LHDC 5.0, LDAC, for versatile audio playback.

  + Hi-Res Wireless Certified: Ensures lossless high-resolution audio transmission.

  + Qualcomm® Adaptive Noise Cancelling: Intelligently adapts to the environment for a serene listening experience.

  + 3+3 Microphones with AI Algorithm: Guarantees clear and reliable calls even in noisy surroundings.

  + Wireless Charging Support: Simplifies recharging with a hassle-free, cable-free solution.

  + Multipoint Connection: Effortlessly switch between multiple devices for enhanced usability.

  + Battery Life: 30 hours with active noise cancelling off - 20 hours on with active noise cancelling on

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My first impressions of the Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds

A couple of days later, the Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds arrived at my home. I was excited to check them out. Here are the features that I tested:

Comfort Test

 I opened up the small box that held the earbuds and took the right earbud out to perform the comfort test. I placed the right earbud in my ear, and it felt good. The earpiece felt comfortably snug in my ear, and I liked how the end piece positioned over my ear lobe. I shook my head, and the earbuds did not move. I had no concerns about them falling out of my ear. Nor did I feel a need to keep pushing it back into my ear. These would be great for running.

Connecting the earbuds to my device

It was super easy to pair the earbuds to my phone. I pressed a button on the charging case, and immediately a screen showed up on my phone with a prompt to pair. I touch the screen, and the earbuds were paired to my phone. There was no prompt to turn on my Bluetooth, as the earbuds took care of that. 

Sound test

With just the right earbud in my right ear, I went to my favorite music app to listen to some tunes. The sound of the Neobuds was louder than my other earbuds, and I had to turn down the volume. My music sounded good. Then I placed the left earbud into my left ear. I had to see if I was able to enjoy listening to my music with both earbuds in my ears. I had to see if it sounded like I was underwater.

I was amazed to say, this is the first pair of earbuds that I have tried that don't give me the underwater feel and sound. I have reviewed many earbuds that had the underwater issue and passed them on to my teen boys.

I won't be letting my boys know about the Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds. They passed the underwater test, and I am keeping them.

Noise Cancelling

 I usually don't test the noise-cancelling feature on Bluetooth earbuds, due to my underwater issue with other earbuds. Since the Edifier passed that test with flying colors, I was excited to test the noise-cancelling feature. On the app, it was super easy to switch to noise-cancelling. 

I was amazed at how I was not able to hear any background noise. My husband was listening to music in another room, and I could not hear his music. I am super excited to use these earbuds on an airline trip that I have scheduled in two weeks. No longer do I have to turn up my volume to drown out other sounds while watching a movie. The best part is I won't hear other people on the plane, and that will help with my anxiety.

Adjusting the volume on the earbuds

There was a press feature on the bottom of each earbud to adjust the volume. This button also turned the music on and off. It also allowed you to skip through song tracks.

Battery charging and life

 I love that the earbud case can be charged on a wireless charger and through a usb cord. The battery life is awesome. I typically listen to music for 7 hours a week, which means I only have to charge the earbuds once a month.

App features

The Edifier app had some cool features. From adjusting the volume to fine-tuning the sound in each earbud. My favorite feature was changing the color of the light on the charging case. 

Wear Detection

 The wear detection feature automatically paused the music if I removed an earbud and resumed playing once I placed the earbud back into my ear. Now I can talk to people at the gym without losing my music.

Water and sweat resistant

Perfect for days when I run through sprinklers on a hot day.

I will be keeping the Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds

 I am picky when it comes to certain features on wireless earbuds, and I am happy to say that the Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds met all my needs. From comfort to no underwater feeling, the earbuds delivered. The noise-cancelling feature is my favorite part of these earbuds. 

So I will be telling my boys that the Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds are not up for grabs. They are my new earbuds. 

Check out all the features of the Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds

Proyecto Diaz Coffee ~ A Family Rooted In Coffee

 Introducing Proyecto Diaz, a Latino-owned coffee roaster rooted in family tradition and community care. Their beans are sourced directly from family farms in Oaxaca, and every cup tells a story of heritage, sustainability, and culture.

 Coffee is more than just energy to wake you up. It is a drink that is filled with flavor and vitality. Coffee is a drink that should be a part of a healthy lifestyle, and the right coffee beans make all the difference. When you select the right coffee beans, your cup of coffee tastes better.

I think coffee drinkers can be placed in two groups, maybe three.

  1. I need coffee now! - You have the folks who drink coffee for the caffeine and don't put much thought into the quality of the coffee. They need coffee to wake up. They are the folks who grab their cup of coffee first thing in the morning at the most convenient place.

  2. I love coffee. - Then there are those who select their coffee for the taste and the experience. They may even select their coffee with the flavor notes. These are the ones who may make their coffee at home with their unique brewing methods.

 3. I need coffee that tastes good. - The last group may be a combination of the other groups. They want a good-tasting cup of coffee and the energy that it gives them. These people are the ones who seek out the best coffee shop to get their caffeine fix.

Where do you fall among these coffee drinker groups? I am coffee group #2. I love the taste of coffee and drink it for the health benefits. I select my coffee beans based on the coffee notes and where the coffee beans are grown. I make my coffee at home with the pour-over method and drink it slowly to experience the flavor.

Proyecto Diaz Coffee ~ Caffeinate With Purpose

 Last month at the Winter Fancy Fair Show, I discovered a coffee brand that comes from a family that is rooted in coffee. Proyecto Diaz Coffee may have been founded in 2014, but its legacy really began over a 100 years ago. 

 saw the dedication and love that his grandfather had for his coffee farm and wanted to help him be successful. He wanted others to experience a great cup of coffee.

The story of Proyecto Diaz Coffee

The Proyecto Diaz Coffee story is one of passion and purpose. It is one that I enjoyed learning about. 

 We’re a family rooted in coffee. Our legacy begins in the early 1900’s when the Diaz family began growing coffee in the lush mountains of Oaxaca, Mexico. As the years went on, the estate was divided up and passed to the great-grandfather’s children. One of those children is our grandfather, Juan Leovigildo Diaz. Grandfather cultivated coffee on his farm, EL CARMEN, for over 70 years and passed on his love and dedication to his sons and grandchildren.  EL CARMEN, our family farm, is where our legacy continues.  

 Initially, we saw the dedication and blind love that Grandfather had for his farm and the coffee it produced, no matter how much effort and loss it took to produce the crop.  We learned quickly that due to various environmental, economic, and cultural issues that confront the modern farmer, coffee agriculture isn’t a sustainable livelihood for a small producer such as our grandfather. Unfortunately, this is a story shared by many around the world. 

And so, in 2014, we set out to make coffee farming a viable livelihood for our grandfather and others like him. We started by putting 10% of our profit back into the farm in the hopes of rebuilding both grandfather’s farm and the Diaz legacy, creating a direct bridge between coffee producer and coffee drinker. 

 We now source and roast from various farms and farmers across Latin America who share a very similar story to ours. Our mission remains the same: to rebuild and revitalize farms and legacies. We continue to use 10% of profit for rebuilding projects on our farm, as well as at partner farms/communities.

 Proyecto Diaz is a coffee roasting company rooted in the Bay Area. They have 2 coffee shops in Oakland, California.  Proyecto Diaz coffee is available in many cafes, restaurants, and markets in the Bay Area of California. Their delicious coffee is also available online.

My experience with Proyecto Diaz coffee

My experience with Proyecto Diaz Coffee started in San Diego at the Fancy Fair Food Expo. Their brightly colored coffee packages caught my attention and made me stop to learn more. My learning journey started with a taste of their coffee and ended with a couple of packages of Proyecto Diaz coffee sent to my home.

 This was no ordinary coffee; it was coffee with a love story. I loved learning about how every aspect of the cup of coffee that I was drinking was family-rooted. From the growing of the coffee beans to the roasting to the selling of the coffee, everything was done by one family. 

The grandfather, Juan Leovigildo Diaz, cultivates the coffee on his farm in Mexico. He then sends the coffee beans to his grandson, Fernando Diaz Mendoza, who lives in the Bay Area of California. Fernando roasts the coffee beans at his coffee roasting company. Then the coffee is sold in family-owned cafes in West Oakland. 

Proyecto = Project

I love that Proyecto Diaz roasts coffee beans from various farms and farmers across Latin America who share a very similar story. 

I was sent two different packages of whole bean single-origin coffee:

  ~ FINCA WILMA - From La Paz, Bolivia. A medium roast with notes of cranberry, brandy, and almond butter.

  ~ MAYAN HARVEST - From Chiapas, Mexico. A dark roast with notes of black cherry, burnt caramel, and cacao.

 I had a hard time deciding which whole bean coffee to grind and roast first. They both had exciting coffee notes. My first cup of coffee was the MAYAN HARVEST, and it was good. I could taste the flavorful notes of black cherry encased in the burnt caramel cacao. It reminded me of a chocolate-covered cherry.

Each sip of the coffee had me saying mmm, this is good coffee. You will love the taste of this rich coffee.

 My next cup of coffee was the FINCA WILMA. My first sip had me tasting notes of cranberry, followed by almond butter. Since I have never tasted brandy, this one was hard for me to detect in the coffee notes. 

One thing that made these coffees special to me was how quickly I was able to taste the coffee notes. If you have a hard time tasting the flavor notes of coffee, you need to try Proyecto Diaz coffee. It will have you enjoying every sip.

Learn more about Proyecto Diaz Coffee and shop for your perfect cup of coffee.

PuraSoda ~ The Better Alternative To Sugary Drinks

Looking to cut back on sugary drinks? Check out PuraSoda, the better soda choice. 

 Last month, I traveled to San Diego to attend the Winter Fancy Faire show. While attending this show that was all about food, I was able to sample so many delicious snacks. From a pink pineapple to cookies that were allergy-friendly to a homemade gluten-free cracker mix, I was able to taste plenty of food that fit my food allergy requirements. 

 There were also plenty of drinks to sample. From coffee to sodas from Hawaii, one drink caught my attention. Purasoda was a drink that I really enjoyed. This was a better-for-you soda that came in many delicious flavors. After trying every flavor of Pura, there was not a flavor that I disliked. 

 After much sampling of Pura Soda, I had a nice conversation with the brand rep and learned more about this better soda drink. I liked what I heard, and when the brand rep asked me if I wanted samples to feature on my website, I said yes. This was a drink that people needed to know about, especially those who are looking to cut back on their intake of sugar.

PuraSoda is a South African-made, "better-for-you" carbonated beverage that features real fruit extracts, natural flavors, and cane sugar.

There are many soda alternatives on the market, and so many of them lack flavor or contain artificial sweeteners. From flavored water, which has you guessing where the flavor is, to stevia-sweetened sodas that leave a bad aftertaste in your mouth, so many of these drinks are not worth buying again.

 For me personally, I would rather drink a soda with sugar once in a while than drink some of those flavorless water drinks. Pura is a drink that I prefer over regular soda, as I find regular sodas to be too sweet with too many grams of sugar.

 Regular sodas contain around 39 grams of sugar. This amount is equivalent to approximately 10 teaspoons of sugar. While PuraSoda contains 13 grams of sugar. This amount is equal to 3 teaspoons of sugar. The best part is that Pura Soda is so flavorful that you won't miss the extra sugar.

Key Highlights of PuraSoda

  ~ Taste Profile: PuraSoda is refreshing and crisp, with "real" fruit flavors rather than synthetic, artificial ones. No colors, no sweeteners, no hard-to-pronounce additives.

 ~ Short Ingredient List: PuraSoda has only 4 ingredients – If you can't pronounce it, it's not in here.

 ~ Ingredients: Carbonated water, real fruit extract, and cane sugar. PuraSoda contains no artificial sweeteners, colorants, or preservatives.

 ~ Sugar & Calories: Contains roughly one-third of the sugar found in traditional soda drinks. 

 ~ Flavor Variety: PuraSoda flavor options include Cranberry, Cucumber & Lime, Pomegranate, Seville Orange, and Ginger & Lemon.

 PuraSoda is a natural, tasty alternative for those looking to move away from high-sugar, artificial sodas. 

Think sodas with sweeteners are better, think again

Your body reacts to “sweet” the same way, even when the sweetness is not sugar. Many of the sugar substitutes are incredibly intense or hyper-sweet. Some are even 200 to 600 times sweeter than sugar.

Your still body gets the message: “sugar incoming!” except nothing arrives. That confusion can stir up sugar cravings. This tricks your taste buds with intense sweetness without satisfying the craving. You're just delaying it, along with that distinctive aftertaste no one wants to talk about.

Teenager Approved

 Teenagers can be hard to satisfy. When my box of samples arrived,  I stuck a couple of cans of PuraSoda in the fridge. The brightly colored cans caught my son's attention, and he asked if he could have one. Of course, I said yes. One sip and he was asking for more.

 PuraSoda is great for parties and everyday treats. A can of PuraSoda pairs with lunch, pairs with friends, pairs with that moment when you just need something cold and fizzy. Swapping a can of your favorite soda with a can of PuraSoda is a better choice for your body. All those small things? They add up.

Live a Little Pura

Making better choices doesn't mean missing out on the good stuff. It means enjoying the moment, right now, with a drink that's simple, satisfying, and easy to feel good about.

That's what Pura means when they say "Live a Little Pura"—doing the small things every day that make a difference. Like choosing soda made with four simple ingredients instead of twenty unpronounceable ones.

Ready to taste the difference? Find PuraSoda on Amazon