Samsung Galaxy Buds
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 Samsung Galaxy Buds | |
| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Samsung Electronics |
| Type | Wireless earbuds |
| Series | Galaxy Buds |
| Family | Samsung Galaxy |
| First released | Buds: March 8, 2019 Buds Plus: February 11, 2020 Buds Pro: January 14, 2021 Buds FE: October 5, 2023 |
| Discontinued | Buds: February 11, 2020 Buds Plus: January 14, 2021 Buds Pro: August 10, 2022 Buds FE: August 18, 2025 |
| Predecessor | Samsung Gear IconX |
| Successor | Samsung Galaxy Buds Live Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE |
| Model | Buds: SM-R170 Buds+: SM-R175 Buds Pro: SM-R190 |
| References | [1] |
Samsung Galaxy Buds is a release of wireless earphones manufactured, developed, designed and produced by Samsung Electronics, and the 1st generation of the Galaxy Buds series. It serves as the successor to the Gear IconX. It was announced on February 20, 2019, and released on March 8, 2019, at the Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event, alongside the Galaxy S10 series, the Galaxy Fold, the Galaxy Watch Active and the Galaxy Fit/Fit e.
Models
[edit]Galaxy Buds
[edit]The original Galaxy Buds (SM-R170) was launched on March 8, 2019.[2] The launch price was $129.99, and included a wireless charging case. The Buds was discontinued when the Buds Plus was released.[3]
Galaxy Buds Plus
[edit]The Galaxy Buds Plus (SM-R175) was announced on February 11, 2020, at the spring Galaxy Unpacked event.[4] The Buds Plus was released on February 14, priced at $149.99, a $20 price increase from the original Buds.[5] 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.[6]
Galaxy Buds Pro
[edit]The Galaxy Buds Pro (SM-R190) was 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.[7] They were praised for their improved design and sound quality, but criticized for their 5-hour battery life when active noise cancellation is on.[8]
Galaxy Buds FE
[edit]The Galaxy Buds FE, short for "Fan Edition", was released on October 5, 2023 for US$100, marketed as an affordable alternative to the other Galaxy Buds models. Its specifications include a 30-hour battery life with active noise cancellation disabled and the charging case and an IPX2 water resistance rating, as opposed to the 2 Pro's IPX7.[9][10]
Specifications
[edit]| Samsung Galaxy Buds | |
|---|---|
| Product | Galaxy Buds (Bluetooth®) |
| Earbud Dimensions | 19.2 x 17.5 x 22.5(mm) |
| Earbud Weight | 6g |
| Case Dimensions | 26.5 x 70.0 x 38.8(mm) |
| Weight | 40g |
| Network | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Hall Sensor |
| Battery | 252 mAh Lithium-ion battery |
| Charging | Wireless Charging (WPC magnetic induction) |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ https://www.androidcentral.com/galaxy-buds-specs-leaked-larger-faster-charging-battery
- ^ Callaham, John (24 February 2019). "Samsung Galaxy Buds: Price, release date and availablity [sic]". Android Authority. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
- ^ Savov, Vlad (8 March 2019). "Samsung Galaxy Buds review: imperfectly acceptable". The Verge. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Carnoy, David (October 3, 2023). "Samsung Debuts $100 Galaxy Buds FE Noise-Canceling Earbuds". CNET. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
- ^ Cohen, Simon (October 3, 2023). "Samsung's new Galaxy Buds are surprisingly affordable". Digital Trends. Retrieved November 2, 2023.