Google has launched the Pixel Buds Pro, the company’s new TWS earbuds. It comes as the first Pixel Buds to feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and is claimed to offer up to 31 hours of listening time. So, let’s check out the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Pixel Buds Pro in Nepal.
Pixel Buds Pro Overview
Design
Pixel Buds Pro features an in-ear design with silicone ear tips. The ear tips come with a moldable design that conforms to the shape of the user's ear. There’s also a sensor on the buds that actively measure the pressure in the ear canal for a comfortable fit.
Google has offered the Buds Pro in Charcoal, Fog, Lemongrass, and Coral color options. Also, the earbuds are IPX4 rated, while the charging case is IPX2 rated for sweat and water resistance.
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Features
Pixel Buds Pro comes with a custom-designed 11mm dynamic speaker driver. It is the first Pixel buds to feature ANC that uses Silent Seal to block outside noise. Similarly, there's a Transparency mode to let in ambient noises around its user.
Other features on the TWS include Capacitive touch sensors for music, calls, and Assistant controls, a Single IR proximity sensor for in-ear detection to play and pause automatically, and a Motion-detecting accelerometer. The charging case features a Hall Effect sensor for case close detection.
For crystal clear voice, even in loud environments, the buds have beamforming mics, a voice accelerometer, and wind-blocking mesh covers.
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Battery and Others
The company claims that the earbuds can provide up to 7 hours of battery life on a single charge with ANC. The number goes up to 20 hours if paired with the charging case. The case charges via a USB-C port and also supports Qi wireless charging.
Pixel Buds Pro uses Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless connectivity. As per the company, it pairs with any Bluetooth 4.0+ device, including Android, iOS, tablets, and laptops.
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Pixel Buds Pro Specifications
- Body: 22.33 x 22.03 x 23.72 mm, IPX4 rating (each bud), 25 x 50 x 63.2 mm, IPX2 rating (case),
- Weight: 6.2g (each bud), 62.4g (with case)
- Sound Driver: Custom-designed 11mm dynamic speaker driver
- Noise Cancellation: Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
- Sensor: Capacitive touch, Motion-detecting accelerometer, IR proximity sensor for in-ear detection
- Battery: up to 7 hours with ANC, 11 hours with ANC off (earbuds), Up to 20 hours with ANC, 31 hours with ANC off (with charging case)
- Charging: USB-C charging port, Qi-certified wireless charging
- Color: Charcoal, Fog, Lemongrass, Coral
Pixel Buds Pro Price and Availability
Pixel Buds Pro comes with a price tag of USD 199 with pre-orders starting on July 21 in select few markets. If the device launches in Nepal, we expect the price to be around Rs.28,000.
| Google TWS | Official Price | Price in Nepal [Expected] |
| Pixel Buds Pro | USD 199 | Rs.28,000 |
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