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    HUAWEI FreeClip 2 is available to order from 21/01/2026 from the Huawei Store for £179.99 in Blue, White, and Black, with Rose Gold coming soon. Until 01/03/2026, customers can claim an exclusive £20 launch coupon and 12 months Loss Care alongside 10x HUAWEI Reward Points to use with their next purchase. Also available now is a special edition package containing x2 FreeClip 2 and one pair of stylish Les Néréides earbud accessories (worth up to £80), for a total of £319 (saving up to £120).

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