Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro and Pro Max review: AI note-taking, smart displays, and record-breaking calls

The new Liberty 5 Pro range introduces integrated displays and transcription features to the charging case, promising a more powerful experience for those needing productivity on the move.

The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro series attempts to turn your earbuds into a productivity tool by adding smart displays and AI utility directly to the charging case. Picture: Noel Campion

Lately, I’ve noticed a trend in the earbud market where companies are no longer just competing on sound quality, but on how much smart tech they can cram into the hardware. AI note-taking and transcription features are increasingly common as brands try to turn audio accessories into productivity tools. Soundcore is leaning heavily into this with their new Liberty 5 Pro and Pro Max. What sets these apart, however, isn't just the software, but the displays on the charging cases.

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