Google Rumored to Soon Launch 'Pixel Buds Pro' to Rival Apple's AirPods Pro

[MacRumors]

Google plans to soon launch the "Pixel Buds Pro," a high-end version of its Pixel Buds line that it hopes will compete with the likes of Apple's AirPods Pro and Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro.

Leaker Jon Prosser said in a tweet this week that the Pixel Buds Pro were slated to launch "soon," and come in four colors: Real Red, Carbon, Limoncello, and Fog. While not disclosing a specific date, Prosser's tweet comes just a week before Google plans to hold Google I/O, its version of Apple's WWDC conference where it's expected to announce a new low-end Pixel 6 and an all-new Pixel Watch.

Beyond the “Pro” name, rumors have yet to surface about what design and features the Pixel Buds Pro will include to rival Apple’s popular AirPods Pro. The current Pixel Buds, the Pixel Buds A-Series, feature silicone ear-tips and cost $99 compared to the $249 for the AirPods Pro or $179 for the newest low-end AirPods 3. The A-Series buds, however, lack features typically attributed to a "Pro" earbud, such as Active Noise Cancelation.

In typical Google fashion, the Pixel Buds Pro can also be expected to feature the Google Assistant built-in with intelligent features, such as Adaptive Sound that adjusts volume level depending on your surroundings and touch controls. For a comparison of how Google's previous-generation Pixel Buds stacks up to the AirPods Pro, be sure to check out our video.

Article Link: Google Rumored to Soon Launch 'Pixel Buds Pro' to Rival Apple's AirPods Pro

 

[MayaUser]

True innovations at global mainstream phenomen, is still at Apple's and the other join the club
Dont get me wrong others like Samsung also innovate, like foldable etc...but not at the same level, not at mainstream level that makes casual customers lives a little bit easier
I still remember the pairing, unpairing, auto-pause/resume from the first airpods....something very intuitive ,very impressive

 

[TheSynchronizer]

Now everyone can be an audio professional!

 

[djcerla]

Naming scheme is spot-on, as a pixel is what is used to track you across the web.

 

[tridley68]

They are a little late to the party for ear buds🤣

 

[nwcs]

There is nothing new under the Sun…

 

[hajime]

Does it also collect personal information such as location, favorite songs, ear shape, etc.?

I saw a commercial on TV the other day about a security company using this company's product for voice recognition. So they have the owners' home location and voice. No way I will also buy a computer from this company and let them record any activity used on the computer.

 

[Kabeyun]

And besides audio, they will wirelessly stream your thoughts to Alphabet headquarters!

 

[MacLawyer]

I'm just happy that nobody ever copies Apple. ?

 

[Villarrealadrian]

They can try!!

 

[captrlp]

I’ve been hoping Google would release a higher end, comprehensive tracking device?‍♂️?

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

Google is definitely a little late. Too bad Apple is already dominating the market.

You snooze, you lose, Google.

 

[Leon Ze Professional]

This name conjures up the image of a pixelated flower in my mind.

 

[jz0309]

yawn ... up next: Pixel Pro Max /s

 

[icolove]

I'm sure Google will do audio as poorly as Apple. Good times!

 

[macbookpro212]

Just in case you forgot

• You are the BEST company when it comes to AI
• You are the BEST maps app on the planet, across countries
• You have the most dominant search engine
• The most dominant browser in the market
• You were YEARS ahead with Google Glass
• You were YEARS ahead with self driving cars
• The most dominant email service in the world
• The best free web based documents (docs, excel etc)
• Your small business softwares are on par with the best and most are free
• Your advertising revenue is mind blowing
• Your cloud server - services are fantastic and so much more...

Apple has none of the above and yet you copy and paste.

 

[MRrainer]

Just in case you forgot

• You are the BEST company when it comes to AI
• You are the BEST maps app on the planet, across countries
• You have the most dominant search engine
• The most dominant browser in the market
• You were YEARS ahead with Google Glass
• You were YEARS ahead with self driving cars
• The most dominant email service in the world
• The best free web based documents (docs, excel etc)
• Your small business softwares are on par with the best and most are free
• Your advertising revenue is mind blowing
• Your cloud server - services are fantastic and so much more...

Apple has none of the above and yet you copy and paste.

Sure, but how many users would pay for any of that?

Those Pixel Buds are probably on-par with 50 bucks AliExpress copy-cats.

 

[svish]

Seems like some good colours are coming with this model.