Key Takeaways
1. Design Updates: The Galaxy Buds 4 feature a new flat metal accent design and a redesigned charging case that allows the earbuds to lay flat.
2. Weight Comparison: The Galaxy Buds 4 are slightly lighter at 4.6 grams compared to the 4.7 grams of the Galaxy Buds 3, with their case also being lighter.
3. Advanced Features: They include adaptive active noise cancellation (ANC), an adaptive equalizer, and support for 24-bit audio and Ultra High Quality (UHQ) sound mode with compatible devices.
4. Battery Performance: The earbuds offer up to 30 hours of playback with the charging case when ANC is off, and up to 3.5 hours with ANC active.
5. Pricing and Availability: The Galaxy Buds 4 are available for pre-order at €179/$179.99/£159, with a release date set for March 6.
Along with the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung has revealed new earbuds. Named the Galaxy Buds 4 series, these audio devices come in two versions: the standard Galaxy Buds 4 and the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. This piece will concentrate on the standard variant.
Design Changes
The Galaxy Buds 4, similar to the Pro version, showcase a fresh design but keep the open-fit style of the Galaxy Buds 3. The stems now feature a flat metal accent, offering more comfort than the angular design found in the previous models. Additionally, the charging case has undergone a redesign, allowing the earbuds to lay flat instead of standing up. The lid, however, remains transparent.
Weight and Comparison
According to the specifications, the earbuds are slightly lighter, weighing 4.6 grams, with the charging case at 45.1 grams. For reference, the Galaxy Buds 3, which can be found on Amazon for $92.50, weigh 4.7 grams, and their case weighs 46.5 grams.
Features and Connectivity
Regarding features, the Galaxy Buds 4 include adaptive active noise cancellation (ANC) and an adaptive equalizer (EQ). They support 24-bit audio and offer an Ultra High Quality (UHQ) sound mode for high-end audio experiences. To use the UHQ mode, you’ll need a Galaxy S23 or newer, Galaxy Z Fold 5 or newer, Galaxy Z Flip 5 or newer, and Galaxy Tab S9 or newer, all running One UI 6.1.1 or above.
The Galaxy Buds 4 use Bluetooth 6.1 for smooth connectivity with Samsung smartphones or tablets. For other devices, users must download the Galaxy Wearable app. The earbuds support various codecs, including SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec) HiFi, SSC UHQ, AAC, SBC, and LC3. They also come with Bluetooth Auracast, 360 audio, and Super Wideband Call for clearer conversations in noisy settings, plus the ability to activate Bixby and Google Gemini hands-free.
Battery Life Details
As per the spec sheet, the Galaxy Buds 4 have a battery capacity of 42mAh, while the case houses a 500mAh battery. The stated playback battery life is up to 30 hours with the charging case when ANC is off. Samsung provides more details regarding talk time.
The earbuds can provide up to 3.5 hours of use and a total of 18 hours with the case while ANC is active. If ANC is disabled, the earbuds last for 4 hours and a total of 20 hours with the case. Interestingly, the Galaxy Buds 4 now have a lower IP54 dust and water resistance rating compared to the IP57 rating of the Galaxy Buds 3.
Availability and Pricing
The Galaxy Buds 4 come in Black and White and are available for pre-order starting today at €179/$179.99/£159. They are set to release on March 6.
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