Philips TAT1158WT True Wireless Open-Fit Earbuds – White
- 🤍 Clean white open-fit true wireless design
- 🎵 13 mm dynamic drivers for music, speech and video audio
- 🔋 Up to 21 hours of total play time with the charging case
- 📶 Bluetooth 5.3 wireless connection
- 📞 AI-assisted microphone for clearer everyday calls
- 💧 IPX4 resistance to sweat and light splashes
- 👆 Touch controls for playback and call functions
- 🔌 USB-C charging case for portable top-ups
The Philips TAT1158WT combines an open-fit earbud shape with a clean white finish for customers who want lightweight wireless listening without inserting silicone tips into the ear canal. Its 13 mm dynamic drivers are suited to calls, podcasts, videos and casual music, while the open design lets more surrounding sound remain audible than a sealed in-ear earbud.
Bluetooth 5.3 supports compatible phones, tablets and computers, while an AI-assisted microphone helps improve voice pickup during conversations. IPX4 protection handles sweat and occasional splashes, and the charging case extends listening time to as much as 21 hours. It is a practical Philips true wireless earbud option available in Kenya for home, office and daily travel.
Open Fit for Natural Everyday Wear
The earbuds sit at the outer ear instead of forming a tight seal. This reduces the pressure and blocked sensation some listeners experience with silicone-tip earbuds, making the TAT1158WT suitable for extended speech and background-music listening. The open construction provides less passive noise reduction and may produce lighter bass in noisy spaces.
13 mm Dynamic Sound System
Each earbud uses a 13 mm dynamic driver to reproduce vocals, rhythm and everyday entertainment. Correct positioning matters with any open-fit earbud: a small adjustment in the ear can change bass response, clarity and perceived loudness.
Bluetooth 5.3 with Touch Operation
Bluetooth 5.3 provides a wireless range of up to 10 metres in suitable open conditions. Touch controls allow common playback and call actions without reaching for the connected device. Walls, crowded wireless environments and carrying the phone behind the body can shorten the effective range.
AI-Assisted Voice Pickup
The built-in AI-assisted microphone is intended to make your voice easier to understand during compatible calls. It can reduce the effect of some background sound, but it cannot fully remove strong wind, traffic noise or poor mobile-network quality.
IPX4 Protection for Sweat and Splashes
The IPX4 rating makes the earbuds suitable for normal exercise, walking and occasional light rain exposure. They are not waterproof, cannot be submerged and should not be used for swimming or showering. The charging case should be protected from all moisture.
Up to 21 Hours of Portable Listening
Philips states up to 21 hours of total play time with the charged case. Regional official documents differ in how those hours are divided between the earbuds and the case, while agreeing on the 21-hour total. Full charging is stated at approximately 1.5 to 2 hours depending on the regional document and charging conditions.
Key Benefits
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Unsealed comfort: The open shape avoids pressure from an inserted silicone ear tip.
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Useful ambient awareness: More surrounding sound remains audible during routine activities.
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Long total runtime: The case provides portable charging for up to 21 hours overall.
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Clearer conversations: AI-assisted microphone processing supports routine calls.
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Practical activity protection: IPX4 resistance helps manage sweat and light splashes.
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Easy control: Touch operation manages common functions directly from the earbuds.
Verified Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
Philips |
| Model family |
TAT1158WT |
| Earbud style |
True wireless, open fit |
| Driver type and size |
Dynamic, 13 mm |
| Frequency range |
20–20,000 Hz |
| Impedance |
32 ohm |
| Sensitivity |
96 dB |
| Bluetooth |
Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth codec |
SBC |
| Wireless range |
Up to 10 m in suitable conditions |
| Microphone |
AI-assisted microphone |
| Water resistance |
IPX4 splash and sweat resistant |
| Total play time with case |
Up to 21 hours |
| Charging time |
Approximately 1.5–2 hours, depending on the regional Philips reference and charging conditions |
| Earbud battery capacity |
40 mAh per earbud |
| Charging-case capacity |
350 mAh |
| Colour |
White |
| Included accessories |
Charging case, 250 mm USB-C charging cable and quick-start guide |
Recommended Uses
Recommended for commuting, office listening, video calls, online lessons, podcasts, casual music, walking and light training. A sealed in-ear model will be more suitable where stronger bass isolation or better blocking of surrounding noise is required.
Care and Safe Listening
After exercise, wipe the white earbuds with a clean, soft dry cloth and allow all charging contacts to dry fully before placing them in the case. Avoid abrasive cleaners that may mark the finish. Keep the case dry, never immerse the earbuds, and charge only in a dry environment. Use moderate volume and stay attentive to traffic and other hazards outdoors.
Why Choose the Philips TAT1158WT?
The TAT1158WT is suited to customers who value an open, low-pressure fit and a bright white finish while still requiring touch controls, Bluetooth 5.3, IPX4 protection and long case-assisted battery life. It provides a straightforward balance of comfort, calls and portable listening.
Distributed in Kenya by Red Rhino.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the TAT1158WT earbuds inserted deeply into the ear?
No. They use an open-fit shape and rest at the outer ear without a sealed silicone tip.
What is the verified total battery life?
Philips specifies up to 21 hours total when the charging case is used. Runtime varies with volume, calls and wireless conditions.
How are the 21 hours divided between the earbuds and case?
Official regional Philips references divide the hours differently, so the consistently verified 21-hour total is the safest figure to use.
How long does a full charge take?
Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours according to the regional official references reviewed.
Can I use them in the rain?
IPX4 protects against light splashes, but prolonged rain exposure should be avoided. They are not suitable for swimming or showering.
Do they block outside noise?
They provide limited passive isolation because of the open fit and do not include active noise cancellation.
Can they be used for work calls?
Yes. The AI-assisted microphone supports compatible calls, although environmental and network noise still affect performance.
What comes in the box?
The verified contents include the earbuds, charging case, USB-C charging cable and quick-start guide.
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