This isn’t new, as Apple and Google both offer similarly tightly integrated earbuds for their platforms.
While the color is part of this, the rounded edges and new finish help complete the look.
I never felt at risk of dropping it, something I’d done quite frequently with my2nd-Gen AirPods Pro.
One thing that hasn’t changed from the original is the weather resistance, fortunately.
What has changed is they’re now lighter, so you feel them less in your ears.
I often but not always find the best fit for me with medium tips.
To combat this, Samsung opted for a redesigned port on the Buds 2 Pro.
This is larger, relieving more of the pressure certain people feel in their ears when using ANC.
Many earbuds support aptX Adaptive for higher-quality audio, while others useSony’s LDAC codec.
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you could turn these off entirely, or you could customize them.
To customize the controls, you’ll need Samsung’sGalaxy Wearable app, only available for Android.
Most of the key features are available for everyone (well, except iPhone owners).
The main feature missing from the app on non-Samsung phones is 360 audio.
One final aspect of the controls worth mentioning is how strangely the ear detection works.
With many earbuds, removing one pauses the music.
When I began testing the Buds 2 Pro, I was surprised at the boxy, midrange-heavy sound.
It turned out that I hadn’t quite got the proper fit.
Once I adjusted the earbuds in my ears with a slight twist, the sound came alive.
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Brant Bjork’s instrumental “Mexico City Blues” shows the impressive soundstage of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
This is a roomy sounding recording that often sounds squashed and small on earbuds.
When the filter rolls off at the beginning of “Bringo!”
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Good noise cancellation requires a tight seal in your ear.
This is what causes discomfort for some when it comes to ANC.
Still, the cancellation is effective as long as you’re listening to music or any other audio.
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That means you’re free to get up to 30 hours between the earbuds and the case.
you could only shrink them so much before they start to lose capacity.
Should You Buy the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro?
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Even better, they sound great regardless of which machine you’re using for playback.
I came away impressed, and that was without the ability to test the 24-bit high-res streaming.
Features like 360-degree and easy switching between devices make more sense to reserve for Samsung’s own products.
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If you’re an Android user looking for your next earbuds, these are a great choice.
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