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Philips TAT4556BK/97 True Wireless ANC Earbuds – Black

• 🔇 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling reduces steady background noise
• 👂 Awareness Mode lets surrounding sound back in when needed
• 🎵 12 mm dynamic drivers for full, clear everyday sound
• 🔋 Up to 29 hours total play time with ANC switched off
• ⚡ 10-minute quick charge provides up to 1 additional hour
• 💧 IPX4 splash and sweat resistance
• 📞 Built-in microphone, touch controls and mono-earbud operation
• 📶 Bluetooth 5.2 with AAC support and up to 10 m range

The Philips TAT4556BK/97 true wireless earbuds are designed for commuters, students, office users and everyday listeners who want a more focused listening experience without moving to bulky over-ear headphones. Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling helps reduce steady environmental noise, while Awareness Mode allows outside sound to return when you need to hear announcements, colleagues or nearby activity.

Each earbud uses a 12 mm dynamic driver, and the supplied silicone ear tips create a secure in-ear seal that supports bass response and passive isolation. With up to 9 hours of earbud playback and a further 20 hours from the charging case when ANC is off, this model is a practical option for customers buying genuine Philips noise-cancelling earbuds in Kenya.

Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling

The hybrid ANC system filters unwanted background sound so music and spoken content can be heard more clearly at moderate volume. It is most effective against continuous sounds such as engines, air conditioning and general travel noise. It cannot remove every sudden voice or high-frequency sound, and performance depends on obtaining a good seal with the correct ear-tip size.

Awareness Mode for Situational Listening

Awareness Mode deliberately allows surrounding sound through the microphones. This is useful for brief conversations, public announcements and environments where full isolation would be inconvenient. It should not be treated as a safety system; remove an earbud when complete attention to traffic or machinery is required.

12 mm Drivers and Secure In-Ear Fit

The 12 mm dynamic drivers provide a substantial sound foundation for music, calls, podcasts and video. Three pairs of silicone ear tips are included so you can select the size that produces the most stable and comfortable seal. A correct fit improves bass, ANC performance and resistance to movement.

Up to 29 Hours with the Charging Case

With ANC switched off, Philips specifies up to 9 hours from the earbuds and a further 20 hours from the case. With ANC switched on, playback is up to 6 hours plus 15 additional hours from the case. A 10-minute quick charge provides up to 1 hour of listening. Actual runtime varies with volume, calls, ANC use and wireless conditions.

Calls, Touch Controls and Mono Mode

Touch controls manage playback, calls and compatible voice-assistant access. Mono mode allows one earbud to be used while the other remains in the case, which is useful for calls or for extending practical listening across the day. Call clarity still depends on wind, network quality and the surrounding environment.

Key Benefits

1. More focused commuting: Hybrid ANC lowers steady transport and room noise.
2. Flexible awareness: Switch to Awareness Mode without removing both earbuds.
3. Long portable runtime: The case extends listening to as much as 29 hours with ANC off.
4. Quick emergency power: Ten minutes in the case can provide another hour of use.
5. Secure personalised fit: Three ear-tip sizes help improve comfort, bass and isolation.
6. Exercise-ready protection: IPX4 resistance handles sweat and light splashes.

Verified Technical Specifications

Recommended Uses

Recommended for commuting, flights, office concentration, online meetings, study, gym sessions, podcasts and everyday music. They are less suitable for swimming, very wet conditions or situations where full awareness of traffic and nearby hazards is essential.

Care and Safe Listening

Select an ear-tip size that seals comfortably without excessive pressure. Wipe the earbuds after exercise and make sure the charging contacts are dry before returning them to the case. IPX4 does not permit swimming, showering or submersion, and the charging case should remain dry. Keep volume moderate, especially when ANC makes the surroundings seem quieter.

Why Choose the Philips TAT4556BK/97?

Choose this model for hybrid ANC, selectable environmental awareness, substantial 12 mm drivers and useful case-assisted battery life in a compact true wireless format. It offers a clear step up from basic earbuds while remaining practical for daily use in Kenya.

Distributed in Kenya by Red Rhino.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the TAT4556BK/97 have active noise cancellation?

Yes. It uses hybrid Active Noise Cancelling and also provides Awareness Mode.

How long does the battery last?

With ANC off, playback is up to 9 hours from the earbuds and up to 29 hours total with the case. With ANC on, the verified total is up to 21 hours.

Are the earbuds waterproof?

No. IPX4 means resistance to sweat and splashes, not swimming, showering or submersion.

Can one earbud be used by itself?

Yes. Mono mode supports single-earbud calls and listening.

Are different ear-tip sizes included?

Yes. Small, medium and large silicone ear-tip pairs are supplied.

What does Awareness Mode do?

It uses the microphones to let more surrounding sound into the earbuds when you need to hear nearby activity.

Does quick charging require a special charger?

The quick top-up occurs when the earbuds are placed in a suitably charged case. Philips specifies up to 1 hour from 10 minutes of charging.

Will ANC block every sound?

No. It reduces steady background noise but cannot completely remove sudden voices, alarms or all high-frequency sounds.

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