Google has unveiled a new and improved version of the Google Pixel Buds called the Google Pixel Buds Pro which are going on sale for pre-orders on 21st July 2022.
Like the Apple AirPods Pro, Google has equipped its latest true wireless earbuds with multipoint connectivity that allows them to pair with multiple devices at once, active noise cancellation with a passthrough transparency mode and, later this year. In, spatial audio support.
That said, Google has its tricks that even Apple doesn’t have: the Pixel Buds Pro will still offer live translation for more than two dozen languages ​​and come with Google Assistant that lets you control your smart home. will allow.
Even better, they’ll only cost $199 / AU$299 (about £160) when they become available to everyone on July 28.
Analysis: Finally, a pair of Pixel Buds we can get behind
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Pixel Buds have always been a good option for Pixel phone owners, but that didn’t affect the world of true wireless earbuds at all. Google’s earbuds were pretty mediocre, due to their lack of active noise cancellation and sound performance.
With the Pixel Buds Pro, Google intends to change that opinion with new features, a revamped design and, of course, active noise cancellation.
The Buds that Google debuted on the Google IO are slightly larger than their predecessors – a result of Google including more microphones and a bigger battery inside the casing. While they do get bigger, Google says its team has done its homework to make sure they’re still comfortable to wear for hours, thanks to a new sensor that measures the build-up of pressure in the ear canal .
The added comfort will be important for Google given that the Pixel Buds are ready to take on their Apple-made alter ego, as Google says their support for spatial audio won’t be ready until later this year.
Should Google fix everything with the Pixel Buds Pro, Android fans will have a whole new genuine pair of earbuds to go with their new Google Pixel 7.
