$199 Galaxy Buds Pro has long been one of the best wireless headphones thanks to great sound, reliable noise cancellation and a unique set of powerful features. But it’s been almost two years since they first launched, and in that time plenty of worthy alternatives have emerged – including Sony LinkBuds WILL and super safe Beats Fit Pro.
That makes now a great time to refresh, and Samsung is delivering exactly that with the Buds 2 Pro: a $229 pair of wireless earbuds built to feel – and sound – even. even better than their popular predecessors. But can these glossy buds justify their higher price tag? Here’s everything we know about them after some quick impressions.
Galaxy Buds 2 Pro is Available for pre-order today for $229 and will begin shipping August 26. Those who order through Samsung now will receive a free wireless charger, $30 worth of Samsung credit, and up to $75 off with one delivery. qualified translation.
You’ll have three color options to choose from: White, Graphite, and Bora Purple – the latter of which you’ll find on nearly all of Samsung’s new products for this summer, for those looking to mix and match. .
While they may look like their predecessors from afar, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro actually have a few notable changes compared to last year’s model. The most striking difference is that the buds now have a smooth matte finish that is easier on the eyes – and hopefully less smudged – than the glossy finish on the original Buds Pro.
Samsung says the new buds are 15% smaller than the previous version, and that seems legit compared to what we’ve seen. These earbuds are sleeker and much more evenly rounded than their bulkier predecessors, and look pretty much like the standard Galaxy Buds 2 – or a pair of AirPods Pro with their bodies cut out. . According to Samsung, the new design will relieve pressure and keep the buds from rotating too much in your ear. We found the original Buds Pro to be quite comfortable, so we’re eager to see how they feel differently this time around.
When I held the Buds 2 Pro during my brief hands-on, I was surprised to see that the case now has a soft finish instead of a glossy plastic exterior. Not only does this feel great and make the case easier to hold, but it’s also less prone to scratches and smudging when you put it in your pocket. And while the Buds 2 Pro have mostly the same colors as before, they all look better up close, thanks to that new coating.
We haven’t done it yet to test the Buds 2 Pro’s sound quality, but considering how great the original sound is, we have high expectations. Samsung is promising support for high-fidelity 24-bit audio this time around as well as Dolby Atmos for immersive 360-degree sound. It’s a tempting upgrade for audiophiles, though only a few music streaming services – such as Tidal and Qobuz – offer support for that level of quality. These new additions join an already robust set of Galaxy Buds Pro features, such as active noise cancellation, ambient sound modes, custom equalizer settings, and SmartThings Find tracking support. your buds in case you lose them.
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro looking to improve one of the best pair of wireless headphones with a more attractive design and support for high-fidelity audio. There’s only one big sticking point: the $229 price tag.
That’s a $30 increase from the original retail price of the Galaxy Buds Pro, which itself is available for almost $100 these days. At a time when AirPods Pro regularly drops as low as $160 – and with lots of great $199 competitors like Sony LinkBuds WILL and Beats Fit Pro The Buds 2 Pro’s $229 asking price seems particularly high. We’ll find out if the upgrades are worth the extra cost when we get our hands on the Buds 2 Pro for a full review later this month.
