- Google Pixel 2A is the first A-Series to get active noise cancellation
- Spatial sound, gemini live and up to 27 hours of playback
- $ 129.99 / £ 129 / AU $ 239, pre-order now for October launch
Google has launched the pixel buds 2A, the new version of the most affordable pixels, and it gets Pixel Buds Pro 2 some useful free upgrades at the same time.
The new pixel buds 2A are the first A-Series ear plugs to get active noise reduction, and they have Google’s silent seal 1.5 to help block unwanted surrounding sound. The ANC also has transparency mode and we have tried it in our early Pixel 2A hands-on.
In addition to the ANC, the knobs 2A also have spatial sound, and the sound quality should be one step up from the previous Google Pixel buds a thank you to the redesigned internal acoustics around the 11mm dynamic driver.
The Bluetooth version is 5.4, and the buds are powered by Google’s Tensor A1 chip, allowing you to take advantage of pixel-specific features such as Clear Calling, Find Hub and Easy Multipoint Connections to switch between devices.
And as you could expect them to work with Google’s Gemini to control your sound and get answers to question icing the latest ‘Live with Gemini’ variation of the service for real-time response.
The life of the battery is a decent seven hours of ANC on, increases to 20 hours of total playback via the charging case; Turn off the ANC and you can expect 10 hours / 27 hours. The case is assessed for IPX4 for dust and water resistance and the buds are IP54. For the first time, the battery in the charging case can be replaced, which is a nice touch (although it tends to be the battery in the buds that need to be replaced the most).
The Pixel Buds 2A cost $ 129.99 / £ 129 / AU $ 239 and come in two colors: Hazel and Iris. You can pre -order them right away, but they should not be released until October 9, 2025.
What is new in pixel buds pro 2
Pixel Buds Pro 2 has been around for a while now, but Google gives them a significant upgrade – and there is a new color setting, Moonstone that matches the Google Pixel 10 phone area. All improvements other than the new color come to existing users via a free software update.
From September 2025, Pixel Buds Pro 2 will have adaptive sound, which is Google’s takeover of adaptive noise reduction, reducing distractions and the volume around you without completely removing your situational attention. It comes together with high noise protection, an AirPod’s Pro 2-style feature that can quickly close unexpected loud sounds.
September is also when the pixel buds pro 2 get main movement control, so you can pick up calls and respond to texts hands -free and when they get improved audio treatment to use Gemini in noisy environments.
They will also have live with Gemini support and will now give useful messages about your battery level in the earplug case, so you will never be caught.
