My Galaxy Buds+ are 4 years old and still last longer outside the case than Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. Why have Samsung not been able to replicate their best earbuds in later generations?
Buds plus battery life with ambient sound on
Well of course it drains battery with AS mode on. It needs to constantly keep the mic on and doing calculations. Like calling, usually it halves your battery life compare to music playback only.
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Galaxy buds plus battery life
I haven't exactly timed it but it is a very noticeable improvement at lease in my experience
More on reddit.comHow do you tell the difference between the Galaxy Buds and the Galaxy Buds Plus physically?
Light blue buds are the Galaxy Buds Plus. If they are yellow or silver, they are the original Galaxy Buds. If they are black or white, they could be either, and the only way to really tell the difference is to look at the serial number, which can be found in the Samsung Galaxy Wearables app or on a sticker found in the product’s box.
Who should get the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus?
Samsung Galaxy smartphone owners and anyone with an Android device should consider the new Galaxy Buds Plus. Although Wireless PowerShare is a Samsung exclusive, other important features including Spotify integration, are available across Android. Plus, even iPhone users will benefit from AAC support for lag-free media playback. Then, there are things everyone can enjoy like IPX2 water resistance and nearly 12 hours of playtime on a single charge. Long-haul commuters will appreciate the excellent battery life.
Are the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus waterproof?
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus aren’t waterproof, but they are water-resistant. The Buds Plus have merited an IPX2 rating, meaning they can withstand most workouts as long as they’re not submerged.
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My Galaxy Buds+ are by far the best headphones I've ever owned and their longevity is just outstanding. Their 11 hour battery life has over 4 years degraded to around 7 hours, which is still longer than Buds 3 Pro (and most other earbuds) and they are the same size at 6,3g. And I have used them a lot. On top of this there are no connection issues, no sound difference or any sign that these earbuds aren't still brand new.
I don't think any of us are expecting "flagship earbuds" to last 4 years in such good condition.
The fit, the sound, the quality, the controllability. Did Samsung just catch lightning with the Buds+?