Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
— Overview
Design & Build
Stem-style in-ear buds with transparent case lid and sleek, angular stems.
Blade Lights—LED strips on stems indicating pairing, status, or battery life .
Comfortable fit, though stem design may require a brief adjustment period .
Audio & Features
Dual-driver system: 10.5 mm dynamic woofer and 6.1 mm planar tweeter for full sound range .
High-resolution audio support: Up to 24-bit / 96 kHz via Samsung’s seamless codec (SSC UHQ) on compatible devices .
Galaxy AI-enhanced features:
Adaptive EQ and Adaptive ANC that tailor audio based on fit and environment .
Interpreter (Live Translate) for real-time language translation when paired with supported Galaxy devices .
Voice Commands, Siren Detect, Voice Detect, and 360 Audio .
Super Wideband calls and improved voice clarity with AI noise suppression .
Connectivity & Controls
Bluetooth 5.4, with Auto Switch between Samsung devices, plus support for Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair .
Touch-based controls: swipe and pinch gestures on the stems, plus Blade Lights for status feedback .
Battery & Durability
Battery life:
ANC On: ~6 h (buds only); ~26 h total with case.
ANC Off: ~7 h (buds only); ~30 h total .
Charging: USB-C and Qi wireless charging supported .
IP57 rating—dust- and water-resistant .
Microphone & Call Quality
Equipped with 3 high-SNR mics + voice pickup unit (VPU), delivering clarity and strong noise suppression for calls .
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Overall Impressions
Sound quality: Excellent audio delivery, particularly with Samsung devices utilizing SSC UHQ codec .
ANC: Effective, though some reviews note it’s not as powerful as AirPods Pro or Bose ANC .
Ecosystem perks: Best used within the Samsung ecosystem for features like auto-switch, interpreter, and codec enhancements .
Design: Unique, striking aesthetics with Blade Lights; functional, though stem-based controls may not suit everyone .
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At-a-Glance Summary
Feature Specification /
Drivers 10.5 mm dynamic + 6.1 mm planar
Audio Enhancements 24-bit/96 kHz Hi-Res (Samsung SSC UHQ)
AI Features Adaptive EQ, Interpreter, Adaptive ANC, Voice Commands
Connectivity Bluetooth 5.4, Auto Switch, Fast/Swift Pair
Battery Life ANC On: 6 h (buds) / 26 h (with case); ANC Off: 7 h/30 h
Durability IP57 (dust & water resistance)
Controls & Indicators Pinch/swipe gestures, Blade LED indicators
Call Quality 3 mics + VPU, super-wideband calls, noise reduction
