The Skullcandy Dime 3 is the third generation of Skullcandy’s pocket-size true wireless earbuds, here in True Black. Skullcandy rates the Skullcandy Dime 3 at up to 8 hours in the earbuds and 12 more hours in the case, and adds Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint pairing, built-in Tile finding technology and an IPX4 rating. It is a simple, light pair of everyday earbuds rather than a feature-heavy flagship.
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What the Skullcandy Dime 3 Is
Skullcandy describes the Dime 3 as everything from the first Dime and Dime 2, improved: more battery, more features and better comfort in the same compact shape. The case is small enough for a jeans coin pocket, and an integrated lanyard on the case lets you clip it to a bag or keys.
Inside each bud is a 6 mm driver with a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, tuned under what Skullcandy calls Skullcandy Supreme Sound. The Skullcandy Dime 3 relies on a noise-isolating fit, meaning the ear gels physically block outside sound. There is no active noise cancellation on this model.
Battery Life and Rapid Charge
Skullcandy quotes up to 8 hours of playback per charge in the earbuds and up to 12 hours of extra charge in the case, for up to 20 hours in total. Real figures depend on volume and on how much you use calls, so treat these as the manufacturer’s best case.
Rapid charge gives about 2 hours of listening from 10 minutes of charging, according to Skullcandy’s product help page. A full charge of the case over USB-C takes about one hour, and the earbuds also reach full charge in about one hour inside the case. The case has a coloured LED: red for 0 to 25%, yellow for 26 to 75% and green for 76 to 100%.
Multipoint, Tile and Everyday Controls
Multipoint pairing keeps the Skullcandy Dime 3 connected to two devices at once, for example a phone and a laptop. Only one device plays audio at a time, and the earbuds switch automatically when the other device starts playing.
Built-in Tile finding technology lets you locate a misplaced earbud through the Tile app. Stay-Aware mode amplifies the sound around you so you can hear an announcement without taking a bud out, and it needs both earbuds in use.
All controls are on the buttons of either earbud: one press for play, pause or answering a call, two presses for volume up, three for volume down and four presses to cycle through the three EQ modes, Music, Bass Boost and Podcast. A voice prompt confirms each EQ change. Skullcandy does not list app support for the Dime 3, so EQ and settings are handled on the earbuds themselves.
Calls, Fit and Sweat Resistance
The Clear Voice Smart Mic uses AI noise reduction for calls, and stereo calling plays the caller through both buds. Solo mode lets you use either the left or the right earbud on its own, which is useful for long calls when you want to keep one ear open.
The box includes three sizes of ear gels. Skullcandy recommends inserting the bud at an angle with minimal rotation, and the right gel size matters for both bass and the passive noise isolation. The Skullcandy Dime 3 is rated IPX4, so it handles sweat and splashes during a workout or a walk in Dubai humidity.
Why True Black
True Black is the most discreet finish of the Skullcandy Dime 3. The matte black buds do not show dust or skin oils as quickly as lighter colours, and the case does not look marked after months in a pocket. The orange lanyard on the case is the only bright accent, which makes the case easier to spot in a dark bag.
Skullcandy also sells the Dime 3 in other colours, including Bone. The specifications are identical across colours; only the finish changes.
Who This Is Not For
The Skullcandy Dime 3 is not the right choice if you need active noise cancellation for flights or noisy offices; it only isolates passively through the fit. It is also not for gamers who want to connect directly to a PS4, PS5 or Xbox: Skullcandy states these consoles are not supported without a separate Bluetooth transmitter, although Nintendo Switch is supported.
IPX4 covers sweat and splashes only. These earbuds are not for swimming or rinsing under a tap, and there is no dust rating. If you want app-based custom EQ, look at a model with an app, because Skullcandy does not list one for this model.
Order the Skullcandy Dime 3 in the UAE
The Skullcandy Dime 3 True Black ships from Totot with a 1-year warranty from Totot. Orders are delivered across the UAE in up to 3 business days, free on orders from AED 300. Defective or non-compliant items can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery.
Technical Specifications
- Model: Skullcandy Dime 3, True Black
- Type: True wireless in-ear earbuds, noise-isolating fit (no active noise cancellation)
- Driver: 6 mm
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Sensitivity: 104 dB ± 3 dB
- Impedance: 16 Ω ± 15%
- THD: below 3%
- Battery Life: up to 8 hours in the earbuds + up to 12 hours in the case = up to 20 hours total
- Rapid Charge: 10 minutes = about 2 hours of playback
- Charging Time: about 1 hour for the case via USB-C; about 1 hour for the earbuds in the case
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.3, range about 10 m (30 ft)
- Multipoint: Yes, 2 devices connected; one streams at a time
- Water Resistance: IPX4 (sweat and water resistant)
- Microphone: Clear Voice Smart Mic with AI noise reduction
- Features: Built-in Tile finding, Stay-Aware mode, 3 EQ modes (Music, Bass Boost, Podcast), solo bud use, voice assistant access
- Weight: 34 g (as listed by Skullcandy)
- Compatibility: Phones, tablets, laptops and Nintendo Switch; PS4, PS5 and Xbox not supported without a separate Bluetooth transmitter
- In the Box: Earbuds, charging case, 3 sizes of ear gels, USB-C cable, user guide
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Specifications are from Skullcandy’s official Dime 3 product page and Dime 3 product help page. Full details are published on the Skullcandy Dime 3 official page.
FAQ
How long does the Skullcandy Dime 3 battery last?
Up to 8 hours per charge in the earbuds and up to 20 hours in total with the case, according to Skullcandy. Ten minutes of rapid charge adds about 2 hours.
Does the Skullcandy Dime 3 have active noise cancellation?
No. The Skullcandy Dime 3 uses a noise-isolating fit that blocks sound passively through the ear gels, and it adds a Stay-Aware mode to let outside sound in.
Can the Skullcandy Dime 3 connect to two devices?
Yes. Multipoint pairing keeps two devices connected at the same time, with one device playing audio at a time.
Does it work with a PS5?
No. Skullcandy states PS4, PS5 and Xbox One are not supported without a separate Bluetooth transmitter. Nintendo Switch is supported.
Is the Skullcandy Dime 3 waterproof?
No. It is rated IPX4, which means it is sweat and splash resistant, not waterproof for swimming.
Is there a Skullcandy app for the Dime 3?
No app support is listed by Skullcandy for this model. The three EQ modes are switched by pressing the button four times.
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