{"id":87966,"date":"2026-10-28T08:00:25","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T12:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/?p=87966"},"modified":"2026-10-28T10:16:43","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T14:16:43","slug":"samsung-brings-galaxy-buds-on-to-the-us-for-comfortable-open-ear-listening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/samsung-galaxy-buds-on-us-comfortable-open-ear-listening\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung Brings Galaxy Buds On to the US for Comfortable, Open-Ear Listening"},"content":{"rendered":"

Samsung Electronics America today announced U.S. availability for Galaxy Buds On<\/strong><\/a>, open-ear earbuds designed for clear audio and intuitive AI experiences. Galaxy Buds On<\/a> rests comfortably on the ear and is designed to keep users connected to people and their surroundings while they enjoy rich listening experiences throughout the day. Thoughtful hardware and intuitive hands-free controls complement how people listen, move, and live every day.<\/p>\n

Users can utilize traditional in-ear earbuds like Galaxy Buds4 Pro<\/a> for deep focus and noise cancellation and then switch to Galaxy Buds On<\/a> for situations that demand hands-free convenience, like outdoor running.<\/p>\n

Designed for Comfortable Everyday Wear<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Galaxy Buds On<\/a> features a clip-on design with a band crafted to balance a secure fit and comfortable wear throughout daily routines.<\/p>\n

Drawing on more than 119 million ear data points, Samsung used AI-assisted optimizations and physics simulations to refine the design for a diverse range of ear shapes.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Computational modeling helped optimize speaker and battery geometry to create a low-pressure fit around the ear, while refining the stiffness and shape of the band for a secure, comfortable fit.<\/p>\n

Weighing 6.65g per earbud, Galaxy Buds On<\/a> supports tap controls and comes with a slim charging case. The earbuds offer up to 9.5 hours of music playback on a single charge and up to 38 hours in total with the charging case.1<\/sup><\/a><\/p>\n

Premium Sound That Maintains Awareness<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Galaxy Buds On<\/a> enables premium audio quality without compromising on rich listening experiences and keeping users connected to their surroundings.<\/p>\n

A TwinBoost Speaker, paired with automatic volume adjustment2<\/sup><\/a> based on surrounding noise, enables rich audio in both indoor and outdoor settings. Samsung\u2019s Audio Leakage Reduction<\/strong> technology reduces escaping sound before it travels outward by projecting reversed sound waves from the rear of the speaker \u2014 keeping audio more private to the listener. Galaxy Buds On<\/a>, powered by the Snapdragon\u00ae S7 Gen 1 Sound Platform, facilitates extended playback periods at elevated volume levels. This sustained performance is driven by a high-efficiency Class-D amplifier intricately designed to optimize power consumption.<\/p>\n

Intelligent Clear Call<\/strong>3<\/sup><\/a> delivers the powerful experience users expect from Galaxy with technologies accumulated through previous Buds series devices. Equipped with three microphones and a Voice Pickup Unit (VPU)<\/strong> \u2014 a vibration sensor that detects when the user is speaking based on bone and skin movement \u2014 Intelligent Clear Call helps isolate the user’s voice and remove noise when they are not talking. Simultaneously, a machine-learning call solution, trained on a wide range of ambient sounds like car horns and construction, is designed to remove background noises for a clean call even in noisy surroundings.<\/p>\n

Galaxy Ecosystem Extends Hands-Free Capabilities<\/strong><\/h2>\n

To help users truly stay connected with the world, Galaxy Buds On<\/a> delivers a hands-free experience for added convenience and functionality. Samsung integrates Galaxy Buds On<\/a> with the Galaxy smartphone and AI ecosystem. When users are immersed in activities like running, they can manage their music, notifications, and other settings directly through their Buds.<\/p>\n

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Through hands-free AI <\/strong>voice access, users can converse with Gemini Live4<\/sup><\/a> just by saying \u201cHey Google, let\u2019s talk live.\u201d5<\/sup><\/a> For everyday productivity, Quick Voice Memo<\/strong>6<\/sup><\/a> captures thoughts through the Buds\u2019 microphone \u2014 long-press the earbuds and start speaking. And thanks to Bixby, users can search recordings hands-free.<\/p>\n

Head Gestures<\/strong>7<\/sup><\/a> \u2014 including nodding to accept and shaking to decline \u2014 make the hands-free experience more versatile by supporting more scenarios beyond calls, including dismissing alarms and reading out notifications.<\/p>\n

Setting up Galaxy Buds On<\/a> is simple for Galaxy users. There\u2019s no need to install the Galaxy Wearable app. Just by opening the cradle users can connect their Buds to a phone or tablet, then control and customize volume or EQ through the Buds shortcut in the Quick Panel.<\/p>\n

Availability<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Galaxy Buds On<\/a> will be available in Black for $229 in the U.S. beginning early November 2026.<\/p>\n

To learn more about Galaxy Buds On, please visit: www.samsung.com\/galaxy-buds\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Specifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
Galaxy Buds On <\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Color<\/strong><\/td>Black<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dimensions<\/strong><\/td>Earbud: 21.4 x 24.2 x 27.1 mm
\nCharging Case: 51 x 51 x 28.3 mm
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Weight<\/strong><\/td>Earbud: 6.65g
\nCharging Case: 41.0g
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Speaker<\/strong><\/td>\u03a6 11.3mm TwinBoost Speaker<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Microphone<\/strong><\/td>Digital (x3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery Capacity<\/strong><\/td>Earbuds: 61mAh (typical)
\nCharging Case: 530mAh (typical)*
\n* The typical capacity has been tested under third-party laboratory conditions. Actual battery life may vary depending on the network environment, usage patterns and other factors. <\/em>
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Music Time<\/strong><\/td>Up to 9.5 hours \/ Total up to 38 hours
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\n*Earbuds provide up to 9.5 hours play time, while the case provides up to 38 hours of battery life when the case and earbuds are charged to 100%. Based on internal testing. Audio playback time tested by pairing a pre-production Galaxy Buds On to a recently released Galaxy smartphone with default settings. Actual battery life may vary and depend on usage conditions, settings, number of times charged, Bluetooth signal strength and other factors. Default settings refers to the original settings for Galaxy Buds On when it was first released, simply with the power turned on.<\/em>
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Talk Time<\/strong><\/td>Up to 5.5 hours \/ Total up to 25 hours
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\n*Earbuds provide up to 5.5 hours voice call time, while the case provides up to 25 hours of battery life when the case and earbuds are charged to 100%. Based on internal testing. Voice call time tested by pairing pre-production Galaxy Buds On to a recently released Galaxy smartphone with default settings. Actual battery life may vary and depend on usage conditions, settings, number of times charged, Bluetooth signal strength and other factors.<\/em>
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Connectivity<\/strong><\/td>Bluetooth\u00ae 6.2
\nCodec: SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec), SSC UHQ (Samsung Proprietary), AAC, SBC, LC3
\nProfiles: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP
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Sensor<\/strong><\/td>Voice Pickup Unit (VPU), Touch, IR, Accelerometer, Gyro, Hall sensor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Compatibility<\/strong><\/td>Android 12 or higher with more than 1.5GB of Memory
\n* Some features may not be available on non-Samsung devices. Availability may vary by market, operator or connected device.<\/em>
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Water Resistance<\/strong><\/td>IP54*
\n* Earbuds only, IP54 is dust resistant; tested for fresh water splashes from any direction for up to five minutes.
\nNot advised for beach or pool use. Charging Case is not water resistant. If the earbuds are damaged, they are not guaranteed to be water resistant. If the earbuds or your hands are wet, they must be dried thoroughly prior to handling or placing into the Charging Case. If placed into the Charging Case without drying, the earbuds may be damaged.<\/em>
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1<\/a> Earbuds provide up to 9.5 hours play time, while the case provides up to 38 hours of battery life when the case and earbuds are charged to 100%. Based on internal testing. Audio playback time tested by pairing a pre-production Galaxy Buds On to a recently released Galaxy smartphone with default settings. Actual battery life may vary and depend on usage conditions, settings, number of times charged, Bluetooth signal strength and other factors. Default settings refers to the original settings for Galaxy Buds On when it was first released, simply with the power turned on.<\/h6>\n
2<\/a> Auto Volume is a Labs feature. To use this experimental feature, turn it on under Advanced features > Labs > Auto Volume. The feature is available on One UI 8.5 or above. Actual experience may vary depending on user environment and conditions.<\/h6>\n
3<\/a> Requires initial setup via settings or Samsung Wear app on a compatible Galaxy device. See FAQ section of product page on Samsung.com for compatibility requirements by feature.<\/h6>\n
4<\/a> Compatible with select apps. Requires Google Gemini account. Results may vary based on input; check responses for accuracy. Google and Gemini are trademarks of Google LLC.<\/h6>\n
5<\/a> Gemini Live results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Check responses for accuracy. Compatible with certain features and with certain accounts. Internet connection required. Available on select devices, languages, and countries. Only available to users 18 years and older.<\/h6>\n
6<\/a> Quick Voice Memo is available only on Galaxy AI supported devices, and requires Samsung Voice Recorder and Bixby app.<\/h6>\n
7<\/a> Head Gestures are off by default and can be configured directly in the phone settings for devices running One UI 8.5 and later. Supported apps may vary by country. Gestures can be customized by the user. Alarm dismissal and notification reading is available on One UI 9.0 or above. Alarm dismissal is limited to Samsung Clock, Reminder and Calendar apps. Notification reading is limited to apps with Galaxy Buds notification reading enabled.<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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