The Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black is the black edition of Anker’s open-ear clip-on earbuds, here in the Z11 retail version (A3388Z11). Instead of sitting inside the ear canal, each earbud clips around the edge of the ear on a thin ring, leaving the ear open so you still hear colleagues, announcements and traffic. The deep black finish keeps the look low-key, which suits a working day of calls as well as the commute home. Inside are 12mm titanium-coated drivers with LDAC support, four AI-assisted microphones, multipoint pairing and up to 32 hours of playback with the case.
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Why the Midnight Black finish
Midnight Black is the most discreet of the AeroClip colours. On the ear it reads as a thin dark line rather than jewellery, so it does not draw attention in a meeting, at the airport or with formal clothes. Black also hides the small scuffs and skin oils that build up on anything worn every day, and the matching case does not show pocket marks the way lighter colours do. If you want the earbuds to blend in rather than stand out, and you plan to wear them for long hours at work, the Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black is the safe pick. Wipe the ring with a dry soft cloth after workouts to keep it clean.
A clip-on ring that stays put
Soundcore builds the Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black around an open-ring design made from 0.5 mm memory titanium wire wrapped in soft TPU, and says it fits all ear sizes. Soundcore’s lab reports that the wire keeps its shape after 20,000 bends, so the clip does not loosen over months of putting it on and taking it off. Each earbud weighs 6.0 g. There is no pressure in the ear canal, which is what makes clip-on earbuds comfortable for people who find in-ear tips sore after an hour. Tap controls on the earbuds handle playback and calls.
Calls and multipoint for the working day
For calls, the Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black uses four beamforming microphones with AI-boosted noise reduction and wind-blocking meshes. Multipoint connection keeps it paired to two devices at once, for example a laptop for Teams or Zoom and a phone for WhatsApp, so a call on either one comes through without re-pairing. Because the ear stays open, your own voice sounds natural to you during long calls, and you can still hear someone who walks up to your desk. The soundcore app also offers real-time two-way translation in 100 languages, which Soundcore says is free for a limited time.
Sound: 12mm drivers and LDAC
Each earbud uses a 12mm customised driver with a titanium coating. Soundcore places the speaker 5.9 mm from the ear canal and aims the sound at it to reduce leakage, so people next to you hear less of your music than with older open designs. The Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black supports Hi-Res wireless audio through LDAC on Android phones; you switch LDAC mode on in the soundcore app, and iPhones use standard Bluetooth codecs instead. As with any open-ear design, bass is lighter than with sealed in-ear earbuds, and in very loud places you will need more volume.
Battery, IP55 and connection
Soundcore rates the Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black at up to 8 hours per charge and 32 hours with the case, measured in its lab with continuous playback at 50% volume. A 10-minute charge gives about 3 hours of listening. The earbuds are rated IP55, so sweat, dust and rain are covered, though they are not for swimming. They connect over Bluetooth 5.4. Soundcore does not publish the case weight or confirm wireless charging on the product page.
Who This Is Not For
The Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black is not for anyone who wants to block out noise: there is no noise cancellation, and the open design lets outside sound in by purpose, which makes flights and loud metro rides harder. It is not for swimming (IP55). LDAC Hi-Res works only on Android, not iPhone. People who want deep, sealed bass will find open-ear sound lighter than in-ear earbuds.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. It reaches any emirate within 3 business days at most, with free delivery on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our Earbuds range, or see the official Soundcore AeroClip page.
Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black Specifications
- Model: Soundcore AeroClip (A3388Z11)
- Colour: Midnight Black
- Design: Open-ear clip-on, 0.5 mm memory titanium wire with soft TPU
- Drivers: 12mm customised driver, titanium-coated
- Hi-Res: Hi-Res wireless via LDAC (Android, switched on in the app)
- Microphones: 4 beamforming mics with AI noise reduction and wind-blocking mesh
- Multipoint: Yes, two devices
- Playtime: Up to 8 hours per charge, 32 hours with case (50% volume, Soundcore lab)
- Fast charging: 10 minutes for about 3 hours
- Water resistance: IP55
- Bluetooth: 5.4
- Weight: 6.0 g per earbud
- Controls: Tap control
- App: soundcore app: LDAC toggle, customisation, AI translation in 100 languages
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black FAQ
Is the Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black good for office calls?
Yes. It has 4 beamforming mics with AI noise reduction and multipoint, so it stays connected to a laptop and a phone at the same time.
Does the Midnight Black colour show dirt?
No, not easily. The dark finish hides scuffs and skin marks better than the lighter AeroClip colours.
Does the Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black have noise cancellation?
No. It is an open-ear design that lets outside sound in on purpose.
How long does the Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black battery last?
Up to 8 hours per charge and 32 hours with the case at 50% volume, according to Soundcore; 10 minutes of charging gives about 3 hours.
Does LDAC on the Soundcore AeroClip Midnight Black work with iPhone?
No. Soundcore states LDAC works with Android devices only.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the genuine Soundcore AeroClip by Anker in Midnight Black, brand-new in its sealed box.
How long does delivery take?
3 business days at most across the UAE. Orders from AED 300 ship free, and the checkout page shows any current fee for your order.
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