Google Pixel Buds 2a

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Description

Launch Date
10/8/2023
Launch Price
130 USD

Pixel Buds 2a are affordable true wireless earbuds featuring Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) powered by Google's Tensor A1 chip, delivering impressive sound with a custom 11mm speaker driver and AI-enhanced call quality. They have a comfortable, lightweight design with IP54 sweat and water resistance, up to 7 hours of ANC-on playback, extendable to 20 hours with the charging case, and a user-replaceable battery in the case.

Highlights

  • Active Noise Cancellation first in A-series
  • Powered by Google Tensor A1 chip
  • Custom 11 mm dynamic speaker driver with improved sound
  • Comfortable, lightweight design with twist-to-adjust stabilizer
  • User-replaceable battery in charging case
  • IP54 sweat and water resistant earbuds
  • Up to 7 hours ANC-on playback, up to 10 hours ANC-off
  • Transparency mode and in-ear pressure relief
  • Clear Calling with AI and wind-blocking mesh covers
  • Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity

Specifications

colors Iris , Hazel
weight 4.7 grams per earbud
connectivity Bluetooth 5.4
processor Google Tensor A1
audio speaker_driver : Custom 11 mm dynamic , features : Active Noise Cancellation with Silent Seal 1.5 , Transparency mode , Active in-ear pressure relief
microphones2
call quality features : AI Clear Calling , Wind-blocking mesh covers
sensors Capacitive touch (tap) for music, calls, voice assistant , IR proximity sensor for in-ear detection , Hall Effect sensor for case open/close detection
resistance earbuds : IP54 sweat and water resistant , case : IPX4 splash resistant
battery playback_time_ANC_on : 7 hours , playback_time_ANC_off : 10 hours , total_playback_with_case_ANC_on : 20 hours , total_playback_with_case_ANC_off : 27 hours , quick_charge : 5 minutes for 1 hour playback , charging_port : USB-C , case_battery_replaceable :true
compatibility Pairs with any Bluetooth 4.0+ device; full features with Android 6.0+ and Google Account

Pros and Cons

  • Affordable price with ANC capability
  • Good sound quality with deep bass and clear vocals
  • Long battery life with case
  • User-replaceable charging case battery extends product lifespan
  • Comfortable and secure fit with multiple ear tip options
  • IP54 sweat and water resistance
  • Clear call quality even in windy conditions
  • Charging case lacks wireless charging
  • ANC effectiveness lower than Pixel Buds Pro 2
  • Requires specific screwdriver (Torx) for battery replacement in case
  • No support for spatial audio features found on higher-end models

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