Skullcandy Ink’d ANC

Name: Skullcandy Ink’d ANC
Brand: Skullcandy
SKU: 6671

Manufacturer: Skullcandy

The Skullcandy Ink'd ANC are true wireless in-ear earbuds built for everyday use, offering a straightforward feature set without unnecessary complexity. They support active noise cancellation alongside a passive noise isolation design, and include an ambient sound mode for those moments when awareness of surroundings matters. The earbuds connect via Bluetooth 5.4 and support multipoint pairing with up to two devices simultaneously.

On the technical side, each earbud uses a 10 mm driver unit covering a frequency range of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz. The built-in battery delivers 8 hours of playback, with the included charging case extending total use to 35 hours; fast charging is supported via USB Type-C with a full charge taking around 1.5 hours. A quad-microphone setup with noise-canceling capability handles calls and voice input, while IPX4-rated sweat resistance adds a degree of durability during physical activity.

Pros

Active noise cancellation combined with passive noise isolation provides two layers of sound blocking
Multipoint connection allows simultaneous pairing with two devices
Total battery life reaches 35 hours when including the charging case, with fast charging support
Four microphones with noise-canceling capability support clearer call quality
A travel bag is included, adding practical portability out of the box
IPX4 sweat resistance makes the earbuds suitable for workouts

Cons

Maximum Bluetooth range is limited to 10 m
No support for advanced audio codecs such as LDAC, aptX, or AAC
Wireless charging is not supported, requiring a cable for recharging
No in-ear detection means music does not pause automatically when earbuds are removed
Fast pairing and NFC pairing are absent, making initial setup less convenient

Who is this for?

These earbuds suit users who want reliable everyday wireless listening with a focus on noise reduction during commutes or workouts, given the combination of active noise cancellation, passive isolation, and IPX4 sweat resistance. Those who regularly switch between two devices will find the multipoint pairing practical, and users with longer days away from a charger will appreciate the 35-hour total battery capacity backed by fast charging support. The included travel bag and on-device controls also make them a reasonable fit for people who want a self-contained, low-fuss daily carry.

Who is this NOT for?

Users seeking a richer wireless audio experience will likely find the lack of advanced codec support — including LDAC, aptX variants, and AAC — limiting, as audio transmission is restricted to standard Bluetooth quality. Those who rely on automatic playback behavior will miss in-ear detection, since music does not pause when the earbuds are removed. Additionally, listeners who prioritize spatial or immersive audio formats such as Dolby Atmos will find those capabilities entirely absent here.

Design:

Fit	In-ear
Ingress Protection (IP) rating	IPX4
water resistance	Sweat resistant
has no wires or cables	✓
are neckband earbuds	✕
wingtips included	✕
has RGB lighting	✕
has stereo speakers	✓
has UV light	✕
Has a display	✕

The Skullcandy Ink'd ANC use an in-ear fit and are fully wireless, with no cables or neckband involved in the design. They carry an IPX4 rating, making them sweat resistant during physical activity. Stereo speakers are present, while features such as RGB lighting, wingtips, a display, and UV light are not part of the design.

Sound quality:

has active noise cancellation (ANC)	✓
has passive noise reduction	✓
driver unit size	10 mm
lowest frequency	20 Hz
highest frequency	20000 Hz
supports spatial audio	✕
has Dolby Atmos	✕
has Dirac Virtuo	✕
has a neodymium magnet	✕

The Ink'd ANC combines active noise cancellation with passive noise reduction, addressing both powered and physical isolation of external sound. Audio is handled by a 10 mm driver unit with a frequency range spanning 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz. The earbuds do not support spatial audio, Dolby Atmos, or Dirac Virtuo, and the driver does not use a neodymium magnet.

Power:

Battery life	8 hours
Battery life of charging case	35 hours
charge time	1.5 hours
has wireless charging	✕
Has a solar power battery	✕
has a battery level indicator	✓
has a rechargeable battery	✓

The Ink'd ANC is equipped with a rechargeable battery offering 8 hours of playback, while the charging case extends the total to 35 hours. A full charge takes 1.5 hours, and a battery level indicator is included to keep track of remaining power. Wireless charging and solar battery options are not supported.

Connectivity:

has fast pairing	✕
Has USB Type-C	✓
Bluetooth version	5.4
has LDAC	✕
has LDHC	✕
has Bluetooth LE Audio	✕
has aptX Adaptive	✕
has aptX Low Latency	✕
has aptX HD	✕
has aptX	✕
has aptX Lossless	✕
has aptX Voice	✕
has Auracast	✕
maximum Bluetooth range	10 m
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC	✕
Can be used wirelessly	✓
has AAC	✕

The Ink'd ANC connects wirelessly via Bluetooth 5.4 with a maximum range of 10 m, and uses USB Type-C for wired charging. Advanced audio codecs including LDAC, LDHC, AAC, and the full aptX family are not supported, nor is Bluetooth LE Audio or Auracast. Fast pairing and NFC pairing are also absent, keeping the connection options straightforward.

Features:

has ambient sound mode	✓
has in/on-ear detection	✕
Supports fast charging	✓
multipoint count	2
can read notifications	✕
Has a built-in translator	✕
has a mute function	✓
can be used as a headset	✓
control panel placed on a device	✓
Has voice prompts	✓
travel bag is included	✓
Has an in-line control panel	✕
Has a temperature sensor	✕
Has a built-in camera remote control function	✕

The Ink'd ANC includes ambient sound mode, a mute function, voice prompts, and can be used as a headset, with controls placed directly on the device. Multipoint connectivity supports up to two devices simultaneously, and fast charging is available for quick top-ups. A travel bag is included in the box. Features not present include in/on-ear detection, notification reading, a built-in translator, an in-line control panel, a temperature sensor, and a camera remote shutter function.

Microphone:

number of microphones	4
has a noise-canceling microphone	✓

The Ink'd ANC features a quad-microphone setup with noise-canceling capability, supporting clearer voice pickup during calls and voice interactions.

Final Verdict

The Skullcandy Ink'd ANC positions itself as a practical daily-use option within the wireless earbuds category, built around a functional combination of active noise cancellation, sweat resistance, and a 35-hour total battery system with fast charging. It covers the essentials well — dual-layer noise reduction, multipoint pairing, a four-microphone setup, and on-device controls — without reaching into more advanced territory such as high-fidelity codec support or spatial audio. For users who prioritize straightforward, wire-free listening with adequate noise blocking and all-day battery endurance, the Ink'd ANC delivers a coherent and dependable package; those with more demanding audio or feature requirements will need to look beyond what it offers.