In this video, I’m checking out the Soundcore V40i open-ear true wireless earbuds, and my first reaction is: this is a really interesting new direction for Soundcore. The biggest change right away is the “lidless” charging setup—honestly, it feels more like a charging unit than a traditional case. It looks super eye-catchy, and while I’m not fully sold on the lidless idea yet (because I can already think of a few ways things could go wrong), I still like how different it is. I also do a quick real-world look at how secure these earbuds are on the charger. The magnets feel seriously strong—during my little shake test, nothing falls off, and you can literally feel it pull the earbuds into place. That’s a good sign for daily use, even if I still have questions about stuff like dust and dirt with an open design. I also point out the charge indicator light strip around the unit, which is a nice touch. Finally, I talk about the earbud design itself and how it’s a big change from the Soundcore V30i (I’ve reviewed that one before). The V40i gives you more adjustability, and from my research, the sound can actually improve depending on how you adjust the ear hook—so later on, I’ll be testing that to see if it really makes a difference.