Linux · System & Settings
OpenFreebuds
Companion app for HUAWEI earphones
by MelianMiko
Official site: flathub.org
About OpenFreebuds
This application allows to control HUAWEI FreeBuds earphone settings from PC. Check exact battery level, toggle noise cancellation, control built-in equalizer, change gestures, and all other in-device settings and features are now available without official mobile application.
Features:
Dynamic system tray icon that shows current active noise cancellation mode and battery level;
Tray menu with battery levels and active noise cancellation settings;
Ability to change voice language (not all devices supported);
Device settings dialog, eg. change equalizer preset, gesture actions, etc;
Built-in HTTP-server for remote control & scripting;
Built-in global hotkeys support (Xorg only, for Wayland see FAQ);
How to install OpenFreebuds
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub pw.mmk.OpenFreebuds
- Open OpenFreebuds once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenFreebuds free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where OpenFreebuds is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install OpenFreebuds from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub pw.mmk.OpenFreebuds. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is OpenFreebuds safe?
OpenFreebuds downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.