The Galaxy Buds 2 look like pebbles. They're small, mostly round, and are super smooth. (Image credit: TechRadar) Samsung Galaxy Buds 2: price and release date I’ve seen a fair amount of criticism relating to the Galaxy Buds 2’s design online, with someone comparing them to Mentos and another poking fun at the olive variant, saying they look like a pair of ripe Mediterranean nibbles. Walk away from your Galaxy Buds2 Pro and the integrated alarm is ready to let you know — and your phone will send you a notification so that you don’t accidentally leave them behind. Bixby service availability may vary depending on country; Bixby recognizes selected languages and certain accents/dialects; Samsung Account log-in and data network connection (Wi-Fi or data network) required. Requires Galaxy Z Flip4, Fold4, S23 Series and newer smartphone models with One UI 5.0 or later, and must be paired with Galaxy Buds2 Pro.

Speaking of assistants, we’re kind of disappointed that Samsung didn’t build an always-listening assistant into the Galaxy Buds 2, and it might mean that they’re less compelling for folks who don’t want to have to tap a button to summon their voice assistant. Across the course of our listening, we experienced zero fall-out anxiety, even with our small ears and without switching from the pre-fitted medium eartips (although you also get small and large tip sets in the box). We found the earpieces never budged, even when breaking into a sprint for the train en route to work, which is unusual. IPX7 is based on laboratory test conditions for submersion in up to 1 meter of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. These True Wireless headphones can be used for up to 8 hours, or 5 hours with active noise reduction activated. They come with a charging case that guarantees a total battery life of 29 hours. Samsung Headphones: Price UKThe scope for noise cancellation is on, off, or ambient (so you cannot select the level you'd like on a slider, for example), but it works easily as well as anything at this price and the extra features for the level are comprehensive. It's possible to connect the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro to two devices simultaneously, and the touch controls cover every function you'll want –including volume alterations via a long press of either bud, as long as you tailor it in the app and are prepared to forego the option to scroll between noise cancellation profiles.

Features including Intelligent Active Noise Cancellation require a Bluetooth connection to a compatible device.The only disappointing part is the fact that many of these features are only available on the Android version of the app. The iOS version hasn’t been updated yet and that means customization is impossible until it receives an update.

Stated battery life of the earbuds is up to five hours when active noise cancellation is engaged, with the case providing a further three full charges. That takes total battery life up to around 20 hours, which is actually a couple of hours more than the more expensive Buds Pro. Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 review: What do we like? That said, the control settings aren't the only things you can change inside the Galaxy Wearable app – you’ll also see options to change the EQ, as well as being able to see how much battery life the case and earbuds have left. That’s also where you’ll find the Earbud Fit Test and the Find My Buds option – though the latter does require you to sign in with a Samsung account. Call quality is fine. You sound like you’re using earbuds on a call. Wind noise mostly is handled, but occasionally some slips through. Same as it ever was.

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With 24 bit uncompressed audio and active noise cancelling, the quality of sound provided by the Buds2 Pro is better than ever before. Hear crisp and clear songs, movies and even phone calls through a powerful device that fits comfortably in your ear. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro sport a two-way driver design, with a 10mm woofer and 5.4mm tweeter in each earbud. It's a formidable improvement on Samsung's previous earbud releases too, with YoDogg and Cardo's NIP(streamed in 360 reality audio, on Tidal) sounding atmospheric and foreboding while snaking from one ear to the other in a talented display of immersive audio.