Samsung Galaxy Buds series

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Galaxy Buds
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DeveloperSamsung Electronics
TypeWireless earbuds
Release date
  • Galaxy Buds: March 9, 2019 (2019-03-09)
  • Galaxy Buds Plus: February 14, 2020 (2020-02-14)
  • Galaxy Buds Live: August 6, 2020 (2020-08-06)
  • Galaxy Buds Pro: January 14, 2021 (2021-01-14)
  • Galaxy Buds 2: August 27, 2021 (2021-08-27)
ConnectivityBluetooth

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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Galaxy Buds[]

The first-generation 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.[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]

Galaxy Buds Pro[]

The Galaxy Buds Pro (SM-R190) were announced on January 14, 2021 and launched the following day on January 15th. The Buds Pro improved upon the design of the Galaxy Buds Plus and included improved audio, head tracking technology, and active noise cancellation.[9] They were praised for their improved design and sound quality, but criticized for their 5-hour battery life when active noise cancellation is on.[10]

Galaxy Buds 2[]

The Galaxy Buds 2 (SM-R177) were announced on August 11, 2021 at Galaxy Unpacked alongside the Galaxy Watch 4.[11] The Buds 2 were seen as the successor to the Buds Plus, which were discontinued following the announcement.[12] 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.[13]

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References[]

  1. ^ Callaham, John (24 February 2019). "Samsung Galaxy Buds: Price, release date and availablity". Android Authority. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
  2. ^ Savov, Vlad (8 March 2019). "Samsung Galaxy Buds review: imperfectly acceptable". The Verge. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
  3. ^ Welch, Chris (11 February 2020). "Samsung announces Galaxy Buds Plus earbuds with huge boost to battery life". The Verge. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
  4. ^ Tambini, Olivia; Pino, Nick (11 August 2021). "Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus review". TechRadar. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
  5. ^ Welch, Chris (24 February 2020). "Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus review: better sound, even better stamina". The Verge. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
  6. ^ "Samsung Galaxy Buds Live release date, price, specs and leaks | Tom's Guide". www-tomsguide-com.cdn.ampproject.org. Retrieved 2020-08-02.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  7. ^ Hall, Parker. "Samsung's Bean-Shaped Earbuds Are Weird—and Good". Wired. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
  8. ^ Welch, Chris (6 August 2020). "Samsung Galaxy Buds Live review: cool beans". The Verge. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
  9. ^ Welch, Chris (14 January 2021). "Samsung announces Galaxy Buds Pro, its most premium earbuds yet". The Verge. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
  10. ^ Hall, Parker. "Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro Are the Best Premium Earbuds". Wired. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
  11. ^ Widder, Brandon (11 August 2021). "How to preorder the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2". The Verge. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
  12. ^ Schoon, Ben (18 August 2021). "Samsung discontinues its trusty Galaxy Buds Plus in favor of the Galaxy Buds 2". 9to5Google. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
  13. ^ 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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