Samsung Galaxy Buds series
The Samsung Galaxy Buds are a line of wireless Bluetooth earbuds designed by Samsung Electronics. They were first released on March 9, 2019, as the successor to the Samsung Gear IconX.
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| Developer | Samsung Electronics |
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| Type | Wireless earbuds |
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| Connectivity | Bluetooth |
| Website | https://www.product2buy.shop/2023/06/samsung-galaxy-earbuds-pro-2-review.html |
Models
| 2019 | Galaxy Buds |
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| 2020 | Galaxy Buds Plus |
| Galaxy Buds Live | |
| 2021 | Galaxy Buds Pro |
| Galaxy Buds 2 | |
| 2022 | Galaxy Buds 2 Pro |
Galaxy Buds
The original Samsung Galaxy Buds (SM-R170) launched on March 8, 2019.[1] The launch price was $129.99, and included a wireless charging case. The Buds were discontinued when the Buds Plus was released.[2]
Galaxy Buds Plus
The Galaxy Buds Plus (SM-R175) were announced on February 11, 2020, at the spring Galaxy Unpacked event.[3] The Buds Plus were released on February 14, priced at $149.99, a $20 price increase from the original Buds.[4] The Buds Plus maintained the same design as the original Buds, but reviewers praised the improved sound and microphone quality and significantly increased battery life. Additionally, a second driver for bass was included to enhance audio quality at lower frequencies.[5]
Galaxy Buds Live
The Galaxy Buds Live (SM-R180) were announced on August 5, 2020, during a virtual Galaxy Unpacked event.[6] The Buds Live were notable for their "bean" like on-ear design, a departure from the previous in ear design used in the buds lineup. The Buds Live were the first Galaxy Buds device to launch with active noise cancellation. The Buds Live were praised for their design, but criticised for the ineffective active noise cancellation.[7][8] These earbuds are ideal for people who have trouble with earbuds staying in their ears. After a short adjustment period, they feel more secure than traditional earbuds.[9]
Galaxy Buds Pro
The Galaxy Buds Pro (SM-R190) were announced on January 14, 2021, and launched the following day, on January 15. The Buds Pro improved upon the design of the Galaxy Buds Plus and included improved audio, head tracking technology, and active noise cancellation.[10] They were praised for their improved design and sound quality, but criticized for their 5-hour battery life when active noise cancellation is on.[11]
Galaxy Buds 2
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 (SM-R177) were announced on August 11, 2021, at Galaxy Unpacked alongside the Galaxy Watch 4.[12] The Buds 2 were seen as the successor to the Buds Plus, which were discontinued following the announcement.[13] The Buds 2 include active noise cancellation, and cost less than the Buds Pro, and were praised for their all around performance for the price.[14]
| Product | Galaxy Buds 2 (Bluetooth®) |
| Earbuds size | 17.0 x 20.9 x 21.1 mm |
| Earbuds weight | 5g |
| Case size | 50 x 50.2 x 27.8 mm |
| Case weight | 41.2g |
| Network | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Sensors | Acceleration sensor, hall sensor, proximity sensor, touch sensor. |
| Battery | Earbuds: Li-Ion 61mAh
Case: Li-Ion 472mAh |
| Charging | Wireless charging (WPC's magnetic induction method) |
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro (SM-R510) were announced on August 10, 2022, at Galaxy Unpacked alongside the Galaxy Watch 5. The Buds 2 Pro were seen as the successor to the Buds Pro, which were discontinued following the announcement. The Buds 2 Pro include active noise cancellation, 24-bit Hi-Fi audio support (only for Samsung device with One UI 4.0 or above) and enhanced 360-degree audio. They were released on August 26, 2022, with a launch price of $229.99, a $30 price increase compared to the original Galaxy Buds Pro.
Specifications
- Noise Cancelling
- Hi-FI Sound
- 360 Audio
- Comfort Ear Fit
- HD Voice
- Conservation Mode
- IPX7 Water Resistant
- 29 hours of Battery life
- Ambient sound up to +25db
Gallery
The first-generation Galaxy Buds
References
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- Welch, Chris (11 February 2020). "Samsung announces Galaxy Buds Plus earbuds with huge boost to battery life". The Verge. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
- Tambini, Olivia; Pino, Nick (11 August 2021). "Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus review". TechRadar. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
- Welch, Chris (24 February 2020). "Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus review: better sound, even better stamina". The Verge. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
- "Samsung Galaxy Buds Live release date, price, specs and leaks | Tom's Guide". www-tomsguide-com.cdn.ampproject.org. Retrieved 2020-08-02.
- Hall, Parker. "Samsung's Bean-Shaped Earbuds Are Weird—and Good". Wired. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
- Welch, Chris (6 August 2020). "Samsung Galaxy Buds Live review: cool beans". The Verge. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
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- Welch, Chris (14 January 2021). "Samsung announces Galaxy Buds Pro, its most premium earbuds yet". The Verge. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
- Hall, Parker. "Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro Are the Best Premium Earbuds". Wired. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
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- Schoon, Ben (18 August 2021). "Samsung discontinues its trusty Galaxy Buds Plus in favor of the Galaxy Buds 2". 9to5Google. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
- Welch, Chris (11 August 2021). "Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 review: nailing the basics with style". The Verge. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
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