The next Google wireless earbuds are here following weeks of speculation.
Google has finally announced its next true wireless earbuds. The Google Pixel Buds A-Series have launched with a waitlist, and cost just $99 / £99.99 (about AU$130), making them far cheaper than the previous Pixel Buds, which cost $179 / £179 / AU$279. Google says the Pixel Buds A-Series will be officially released on June 17, and will come in a choice of olive green, white, or gray. The new Pixel Buds A-Series look nearly identical to their predecessors, although there’s a new ‘stabilizer arc’ on the inside of each earbud, which Google says « ensures a gentle, but secure fit while spatial vents prevent that plugged ear feeling ». Unfortunately, the battery life hasn’t been upgraded, still coming in at five hours, with a further 19 hours provided by the charging case – although, that’s still respectable, especially when you consider the price. Other potential cost-cutting measures include the loss of wireless charging and swipe controls, but you still get hands-free access to Google Assistant, real-time translation, and an IPX4 water-resistance rating, which mean you can use them while working out without worrying about sweat or rain. As for the sound? In spite of the lower price, it sounds as though you’ll be getting the same audio performance as the previous Pixel Buds along with the same Bass Boost feature that should make the lower frequencies in your music sound more powerful. There’s no noise cancellation, but there is an Adaptive Sound feature, which « increases or decreases the volume based on your surroundings », which could come in handy if you’re wearing the Pixel Buds A while out and about. The Google Pixel Buds A-Series will be available to buy from June 17, though you can join a waitlist now in the US, and UK.
