As well as other features you would expect from modern earbuds like active noise cancellation and EQ controls, the Amped Buds support the magnetic Qi2 wireless charging standard

Extra charge for your phone — or tons of power for your earbuds.

Smartphone maker HMD come to my rescue with its new Amped Earbuds, announced at MWC in Barcelona on Sunday. The buds come inside a reverse charging case that packs a 16,000mAh battery -- definitely enough to be a great backup option if your phone runs out of charge and you need a quick top-up.

HMD has unveiled a new pair of earbuds, called Amped Buds, at MWC 2025 that offer a unique feature other earbud makers should copy.

HMD’s Amped Earbuds come with a charging case that can also wirelessly power up your phone. The 1,600mAh Qi2 case doubles as a power bank for iPhones, HMD’s Skyline, and other compatible phones. The case is thicker at 14mm and features a unique hinge system for storing and charging the buds.

The Amped Buds also come with active noise cancellation, environmental noise cancellation, and a dedicated equalizer through a smartphone app. The Mobile World Congress is an annual event that showcases the best from the smartphone world.