New and improved earbuds sound better, have noise cancelling, last longer and are very comfortable
oogle’s latest Pixel Buds earbuds have been given the “pro” treatment, with better sound, noise cancelling, multipointThe Pixel Buds Pro cost £179 , sitting above the firm’s £100as Google’s new top model. They will work with any standard Bluetooth device, including PCs and iPhones, but have special features designed for Android.
They are larger than the A-Series earbuds but have a similarly low-profile and sympathetic look that doesn’t protrude far from your ear. A smooth plastic cap with subtle “G” branding is all people see when they are in your ear. The chunkier, stalk-free body of the Buds Pro is designed to fit within the concha of your ear without putting pressure on any of the delicate parts.The earbuds are held in place with a traditional silicone tip, of which three sizes are included in the box. They feel secure and comfortable to wear even for extended periods without the “plugged-in” feeling of some similar models, but a lack of stabilising wing makes them less suitable for exercise.
The coloured cap is touch-sensitive for a set of very effective gesture controls. Tap once to pause or play, twice and thrice to skip tracks, or hold to turn on or off noise cancelling. Swipe forwards and backwards for volume control, too, which is very welcome. The music pauses when you take out an earbud and resumes when you reinsert it.
The pebble-shaped case fully charges via Qi wireless or USB-C in 70 minutes. Its smooth white plastic feels nice but picks up marks and discoloration easily.The Buds Pro last for up to seven hours of playback with noise cancelling, which is longer than many rivals. They magnetically clip into a flip-top battery case, which is easily pocketable and can recharge the earbuds just under three times for a total of 20 hours of playback.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Pixel Buds Pro review: Google’s great AirPods Pro rival for AndroidNew and improved earbuds sound better, have noise cancelling, last longer and are very comfortable
Read more »
Why Google’s new Pixel is the iPhone of the Android worldThe Pixel 6a shows the benefit of controlling the software and hardware, just like an iPhone. But Apple has a big head start and Google hasn’t caught up yet.
Read more »
Pixel Buds Pro review: Google’s great AirPods Pro rival for AndroidNew and improved earbuds sound better, have noise cancelling, last longer and are very comfortable
Read more »
Why Google’s new Pixel is the iPhone of the Android worldThe Pixel 6a shows the benefit of controlling the software and hardware, just like an iPhone. But Apple has a big head start and Google hasn’t caught up yet.
Read more »
The US risks an all-out war with China if Pelosi visits TaiwanPelosi's supporters believe the US House Speaker should go to Taiwan, and at this moment. But given the deteriorating state of Sino-American relations, such a trip could provoke a very real Chinese show of force, writes Professor Joseph M. Siracusa.
Read more »