Samsung has just released its newest earbuds, the Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, which feature a design similar to Apple’s AirPods. The Galaxy Buds 3 are priced at $180 and the Buds 3 Pro at $250, both available for pre-order now and shipping after July 24. The Buds 3 have an open-style design like the AirPods, while the Buds 3 Pro are noise-isolating with adjustable ear tips. Both models offer pinch controls and swipe controls to adjust volume levels, as well as ear-detection sensors for pausing and resuming playback automatically.
The Galaxy Buds 3 are equipped with a single 11mm dynamic driver, providing up to 6 hours of battery life with ANC off and 5 hours with ANC on. They are IP57 water and dust-resistant, support LE audio, and come with features like Auracast and Samsung’s 360 audio. On the other hand, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro feature a 10mm dynamic driver with a planar tweeter for clearer highs, dual amps for reduced wireless hiccups, and lights in their stems for easy pairing and location tracking.
Both the Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro offer enhanced voice-calling performance with top-notch noise reduction and a voice pickup unit. They also have special features for Galaxy smartphone users, including automatic pairing and audio switching with Galaxy devices and support for high-resolution audio streaming. The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro have additional features like Adaptive Noise Control and a Voice Detect/Siren Detect feature, as well as dual drivers for improved sound quality.
Overall, the new Galaxy Buds models offer a mix of familiar design elements with exciting upgrades and features. While some may find the designs generic compared to competitors like Apple, Samsung’s focus on functionality and performance aims to deliver a premium listening experience for users. Stay tuned for more in-depth reviews and comparisons to see how the Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro stack up against the competition.
