Samsung is set to officially launch the Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro on July 10, but an early buyer has already managed to purchase the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and shared their experience online. Here’s an in-depth look at what the new premium wireless earbuds have to offer.
First Impressions and Design
Samsung has revamped its wireless earbuds this year, introducing a stemmed design similar to Apple’s AirPods. The early buyer shared several key observations:
- Stem Design: The stems are slightly longer than Apple’s, which may be uncomfortable for those who wear earbuds while sleeping.
- Translucent Case Lid: The case comes with a translucent lid and features color-coded silos with a charging indicator.
- Color Coding: There is a tiny orange strip on the right earbud and a blue strip on the left earbud, matching the silos in the case.
- No Speaker in Case: Unlike some competing models, the case lacks a speaker.
Sound Quality and Features
The buyer was impressed with the sound quality and other features of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro:
- High Bass: The earbuds deliver a great sound experience with enhanced bass.
- ANC Performance: Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is reportedly better than Apple’s first-gen AirPods Pro.
- Sound Adjustment: Users can adjust sound tone and bass level through the smartphone app.
User Experience
The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro offer several practical features for everyday use:
- Auto Pairing: The earbuds automatically paired with both a Galaxy Z Flip 4 and an iPhone.
- Blade Lights: Fancy blade lights on the stems light up when charging and might produce visual effects during music playback.
- AI Features: Certain AI features didn’t work with the iPhone, potentially due to an update issue.
Price and Availability
The buyer paid $250 for the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. It’s unclear if this is the regular price or if they paid a premium for early access. In Tanzania, the standard Galaxy Buds 3, which lack ear tips, are priced at TZS 550,000 (approximately $206 USD).
Retail Box and Color Options
The retail packaging and color options have also been revealed:
- High-Resolution Images: The buyer posted high-quality images of the earbuds, case, and packaging.
- Color Options: The earbuds are expected to come in stainless steel silver and white.
Additional Features and Expectations
The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are anticipated to include several advanced features:
- IP57 Rating: Offers water and dust resistance.
- Dolby Atmos and Head Tracking: Enhances audio experience.
- Bluetooth 5.4: Provides improved connectivity.
- SmartThings Find Integration: Helps locate the earbuds.
- 24-bit 96KHz Audio Streaming: Supports high-resolution audio.
Conclusion
Overall, the early hands-on experience with the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro suggests that Samsung’s new earbuds are well-built and offer premium features. From the revamped design to the impressive sound quality and connectivity, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro look poised to be strong contenders in the wireless earbuds market. The official launch on July 10 will reveal more details and confirm these initial impressions.
Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches and Samsung unveils its latest offerings at the Galaxy Unpacked event.
