Amazon's sale begins on October 8, followed by Flipkart's Big Billion Days Sale on October 9.
OnePlus Buds 4 (pictured) are available for Rs. 5,999 on Amazon
Amazon's Great Indian Festival 2026 and Flipkart's Big Billion Days Sale 2026 are set to bring discounts on a range of consumer electronics, including true wireless stereo earbuds. Amazon's sale will begin on October 8, while Flipkart's sale will open to all customers on October 9, with early access starting a day earlier for eligible users. Ahead of the sales, Flipkart has already started promoting deals on earbuds from brands including OnePlus, Samsung, JBL, Nothing, Huawei, and Sony, with several models available for under Rs. 7,000.
The OnePlus Buds 4 feature an 11mm woofer and 6mm tweeter with dual DACs, along with up to 55dB adaptive ANC. They also offer a Transparency mode, three microphones on each earbud for calls, and a low-latency Gaming Mode with latency as low as 47ms. AI Translation is also supported.
Bluetooth 5.4, dual-device pairing and LHDC 5.0 handle connectivity. The earbuds are claimed to offer up to 11 hours of playback on a single charge with ANC off, while the case can take total playback time to 45 hours. A 10-minute charge can provide up to 11 hours of playback, according to the company.
The OnePlus Buds 4 have an MRP of Rs. 6,499, but the effective sale price is Rs. 5,999. They are available in Storm Grey and Zen Green shades.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Core feature dynamic drivers with active noise cancellation and call noise reduction. Each earbud has three microphones, while Samsung's Galaxy AI Interpreter can provide real-time translation during face-to-face conversations.
The connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.4, multi-device connectivity and Auto Switch support. The earbuds are said to offer up to 35 hours of total playback with the case when ANC is off, or up to 20 hours with ANC enabled. They also carry an IP54 dust and splash resistant rating.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Core are available at an effective sale price of Rs. 3,399, down from their MRP of Rs. 9,999. They come in Black and White colourways.
The JBL Tune Beam 2 uses 10mm drivers with adaptive noise cancellation and call noise cancellation. Six microphones handle calls, while TalkThru lets users hear their surroundings without removing the earbuds. JBL's Spatial Sound feature is also supported, with further audio controls available through the JBL Headphones app.
The earbuds use Bluetooth 5.3 and support Google Fast Pair and multipoint connectivity. They are claimed to deliver up to 12 hours of playback without ANC, with the case extending total battery life to 48 hours. With ANC enabled, playback is rated at up to 10 hours.
The JBL Tune Beam 2 are available for Rs. 4,999 during the sale, compared to their original MRP of Rs. 11,999. The earbuds come in Black, Blue and White finishes.
The Nothing Ear A features 11mm dynamic drivers and up to 45dB ANC, along with a Transparency mode. It supports multipoint connectivity, in-ear detection and pinch controls, while the Nothing X app lets users adjust the sound. The earbuds can also access ChatGPT through a pinch-to-speak action when paired with a compatible Nothing phone.
Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity comes with SBC, AAC and LDAC codec support. The earbuds can offer up to 42.5 hours of total playback with the charging case. The earbuds have an IP54 rating, while the case is rated IPX2 for protection against dust and splash ingress.
The Nothing Ear A is priced at Rs. 5,999 in the sale, compared to its MRP of Rs. 9,999. It is offered in Black, White and Yellow colour options.
The Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 feature 10mm dynamic drivers with Multi-Mode ANC, call noise cancellation and Multi-EQ audio tuning. Touch controls handle playback and other functions, while Bluetooth 5.4 supports connections to two devices simultaneously.
Huawei claims up to 50 hours of total playback with ANC turned off, or up to 10 hours with ANC enabled. The earbuds support SBC, AAC and mSBC codecs and carry an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.
Offered in Black and White colour options, Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 is available for Rs. 5,499 in the sale, down from its MRP of Rs. 7,999.
The Sony WF-C510 uses 6mm drivers and supports Ambient Sound Mode, allowing users to hear their surroundings while listening. It also features Voice Focus for calls and Sony's DSEE audio processing, while the Headphones Connect app provides additional sound controls.
Bluetooth 5.3 and Sony's Multipoint Connection allow the earbuds to stay connected to two devices. Battery life reaches up to 11 hours on the earbuds and 22 hours with the case, according to the company. A five-minute quick charge provides up to an hour of playback, while the earbuds carry an IPX4 splash-resistant rating.
Sony's WF-C510 can be bought during the sale for Rs. 5,990, against its original MRP of Rs. 8,990. It is available in Black, Blue, White and Yellow.
Readers should note that the prices shown here are based on the current listings, but they may not be the final prices once the sales go live. Bank offers, coupons and exchange deals can also bring the cost down, depending on the model and payment method.
| Model | MRP | Effective Sale Price | Buying Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| OnePlus Buds 4 | Rs. 6,499 | Rs. 5,999 | Buy Here |
| Samsung Galaxy Buds Core | Rs. 9,999 | Rs. 3,399 | Buy Here |
| JBL Tune Beam 2 | Rs. 11,999 | Rs. 4,999 | Buy Here |
| Nothing Ear A | Rs. 9,999 | Rs. 5,999 | Buy Here |
| Huawei FreeBuds SE 4 | Rs. 7,999 | Rs. 5,499 | Buy Here |
| Sony WF-C510 | Rs. 8,990 | Rs. 5,990 | Buy Here |
Amazon's Great Indian Festival 2026 starts on October 8. Shoppers using eligible SBI Debit or Credit Cards can get 10 percent off, with the discount going up to Rs. 13,750, including the bonus discount. Amazon has also started listing select early deals. Adding an SBI Card to Amazon can get customers up to Rs. 50 cashback.
Over on Flipkart, eligible Axis Bank and ICICI Bank cardholders can get 10 percent off. Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card users can also get 10 percent savings. Super.money is offering 10 percent cashback on the first transaction, while BHIM, CRED and Paytm are among the listed UPI options. The exact discount depends on the product and payment method, so shoppers are advised to check the offer details before you buy.
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