Test of the Samsung Galaxy Buds: Bluetooth enduring enduring signed Akg thought above all for Android users

To accompany the latest born from the Galaxy S family, Samsung has completely revised its proposal in terms of intras trueless.The Galaxy Buds sold below the 150 euros mark correspond to the third generation of this type of product in the South Korean manufacturer.Their design, features and audio quality have been revised upwards to come and compete with those of Apple, of course, but also make the difference with the slew of headphones from other brands sold much cheaper.

Design and comfort

Do you remember the Gear Iconx?Their heir takes back its lines far enough, but when you look at them a little closer, you quickly realize that this is only a vague illusion.The Galaxy Buds, just like its charging box, gain in manufacturing quality, in particular thanks to the use of solid plastic, but also in comfort.Of course, it will always depend on everyone's morphology, but for my part, this form remains the one that convinced me the most.In addition to staying with ease in the hollow of the ears, they keep their place over time even if you make movements.Rather ideal for practicing sporting activity.The weight of the earphones does not spoil the experience.It must be said that with the disappearance of components and functionalities such as heart rate meter and internal memory, we go from 8 (Gear Iconx version 2018) to less than 6 grams per listener.The manufacturer does not certify them solands so avoid diving them in the water at the swimming pool, but a few drops of rain did not damage the buds.

To improve comfort, you should find the size of the silicone tips that suits you.Samsung was generous by including three pairs of them in the packaging, but also three other stabilizers.Taking the time to choose them also plays a role in audio quality: the speakers of these intras must be sufficiently introduced into the duct to offer the best listening and protect yourself from the noise that surrounds you.

Connectivity and navigation

Bluetooth 5 connection.0 guarantees good stability even in complex and overloaded environments such as public transport.During my journeys I did not record any disconnections.To pair them with your smartphone, it's child's play.Once the case is open, a message is displayed on the screen to validate the connection between the two devices.

If you can use them independently of each other, it is impossible to pair one with a smartphone, one second to another terminal.Besides, it is also impossible to connect the pair to two different sources.Finally, do not intend to switch from a stereo mode to a double mono;tireless for the moment.

Offer an entirely tactile surface instead of buttons is practical and more pleasant.Short support for reading/break, two short supports to change the audio track or respond/hang up on a call, three short supports to access the previous music, and finally, prolonged support makes it possible to refuse a call or make another actionof your choice thanks to the essential mobile application to assess the full potential of these intra.

The audio quality inseparable from the companion app

You have to install the Galaxy Wearable App (Samsung Gear) then the ADD on Galaxy Buds Plugin.It's free, but only available on Android smartphones.We find the classic features of such a companion application such as notification management, personalization of the touchpad, authorize the surrounding sound or not, locate its headphones, etc..The advantage with buds compared to air pods is that we have the choice between a closed sound and an open sound.Basic, it is closed which offers listening comfort and a real cut with its environment.It works really well, it's even quite surprising for headphones.Nevertheless, like the anti-noise helmets, there is a reverse of the medal: in town you must also think of your safety.Fortunately the app gives the possibility of activating and adjusting the ambient sound volume.

But the most interesting, to guarantee a more qualitative audio experience, returns to the presence of an equalizer.Without this application, the AKG quality remains good for intras, but correct without more: it lacks bass, details in the treble, the sound seems muffled.Personally, I have a lot oscillated between the dynamic mode that widens the musical spectrum and comes to seek the expected power for rocks and the one says clear for classical music that respects acute sounds a little better.

Autonomy and recharge

Each of the buds has a 58 mAh battery and the 252 mAh load box.The latter, when it is 100 % of its capacities, offers almost two complete recharges.It can be recharged thanks to a USB Type-C port (count 1h30) or with wireless recharge by putting it directly on a Galaxy S10 or S10+.For this it is necessary before activating the reverse recharge.Practical, but given the slightly fair autonomy of the S10, it will be more interesting with the model in XL format or, very occasionally.An exterior and inside LED indicates the condition of the battery of the case and headphones.

Autonomy question, he has something to make jealous: at least 6:30 am listening, even with a comfortable audio volume.An excellent point.Take care to replace them in their small box between each use since there is no standby mode for the time being.

Where to buy them?

The Samsung Galaxy Buds exist in white, black or yellow.They are sold at a price of 149 euros which remains an investment.Nevertheless, we feel the difference with those sold much cheaper like the Honor Flypods Lite or the Xiaomi Airdots.For the moment, let's avoid comparing them to those of Apple two years old now ... Strongly the second generation!

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