Google offers a range of products in the laptop, smart home device and smartwatch categories alongside its popular Pixel line of smartphones. The tech giant also has its own line of True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds that rival Apple’s AirPods range and Samsung’s Galaxy Buds. The lineup of earbuds includes the Google Pixel Buds Pro and Pixel Buds A Series, launched in May 2022 and June 2021, respectively. While the Pixel Buds Pro come in Coral, Fog, Charcoal, and Lemongrass colors, the Pixel Buds A Series come in three color options – Dark Olive, Clearly White, and Charcoal. A new leak suggests that Google is bringing a new color variant for both models.
Tipster Kuba Wojciechowski tweeted Leaked images of the alleged upcoming colorway of the Google Pixel Buds A series Ear plug. He added that the new “Sky” or “Arctic” Blue color will make an appearance in both the budget-priced Pixel Buds A series and the higher-end Pixel Buds Pro.
The leaked colorway matches an upcoming colorway of the Google Pixel 7a, which may soon launch in an “arctic blue” color option, the tipster added. The new variants will most likely be released alongside the new Pixel phones at the Google I/O event later this year.
The leaked renders show the upcoming A-series earbud variant with white color finish on the outside of the case. The baby blue color, on the other hand, can be seen on the inside of the battery cover, as well as on the earbuds themselves.
The Pixel Buds A-Series TWS earphones are equipped with custom-designed 12mm dynamic drivers that deliver full, clear and natural sound and bass boost. The earbuds are sweat and water resistant with an IPX4 rating. This includes passive noise cancellation. The Pixel Buds A Series earbuds use beamforming microphones that allow users to focus on their calls while drowning out background noise. By using the “Hey Google!” Voice command, the microphones can also be used to launch the Google Assistant.
The Google Pixelbuds pro feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) based on a custom six-core audio chip running algorithms created by Google. There is also a transparency mode that allows users to hear surrounding sounds. They offer a hands-free Google Assistant experience. They also have capacitive touch sensors that support tap and swipe gestures. The Google Pixel Buds Pro earbuds are splashproof with an IPX4 rating, and the case is splashproof with an IPX2 rating.
Google Pixel Buds Pro are available for $199.99 (roughly Rs. 16,500), while the Pixel Buds A series are available for $99 (roughly Rs. 8,150) in the US Store window.
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