Samsung Galaxy Buds Live review - Bold beans battle the AirPods - Android

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Live review - Bold beans battle the AirPods - Android

Samsung braved uncharted territory with the Galaxy Buds Live, at a time when everyone is following Apple's lead.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live
By Samsung
$169 USDpurchasing options
Positives

Bluetooth 5.0; AAC and Samsung scalable codec
Wireless and fast charging (USB-C)
Unique design, stable fit
App available on iOS and Android
Good microphone quality

Negatives

Just okay noise cancelling
Only IPX2 water-resistance
Mediocre sound quality

Bottom Line

These earbuds boast noise-cancelling without the ability to seal to the ear. Yet, the noise cancelling actually works to some degree. Listeners who want something that makes a statement may want to wear these buds: they fit better than the AirPods, and include wireless charging to boot. Most of us, though, are better off saving money and getting the Galaxy Buds Plus instead.

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02/03/2021 07:00 AM