Google Pixel Buds 2a
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Description
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 |
| microphones | 2 |
| 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
Pros
- 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
Cons
- 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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