Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) is rolling out a clip-on wireless earbud that sits on the ear rather than plugging it, the first such design in its Galaxy lineup. Earlier Galaxy Buds models sealed the ear canal to block outside noise. The new product is designed to rest lightly on the ear so users can listen to music while still tracking what is happening around them, targeting demand for running, walking and other outdoor activities.
Samsung Electronics said on the 1st that it had unveiled the Galaxy Buds On, a clip-on wireless earbud, and would launch it in Korea on the 27th of this month. The price is 299,000 won.
Buds On is an open-ear product worn on the outside of the ear instead of inserted into the ear canal. Because it leaves the ear unblocked, it eases the strain of long wear and allows users to hear surrounding sounds, such as approaching vehicles or people, during exercise. Samsung Electronics analyzed a range of ear shapes to reposition the speaker and battery and widened the contact area to distribute pressure.
The company also addressed weak bass and sound leakage, the main drawbacks of open-ear earbuds. A Twin Boost speaker strengthens bass, and the volume adjusts automatically to the surrounding environment. Sound leakage reduction technology, which limits how much audio escapes to the surroundings, has been applied for the first time in the Galaxy Buds series.
For calls, the earbuds use three microphones and a bone-conduction vibration sensor. The sensor detects the faint vibrations produced when the user speaks and, combined with machine learning, separates the voice from ambient noise.
A single charge supports up to 9.5 hours of music playback. Users can launch Gemini Live by voice and leave voice memos by pressing and holding an earbud. The product also supports head gestures, allowing users to answer or end calls by nodding or shaking their head.
Kim Jung-hyun, executive vice president and head of the customer experience office at Samsung Electronics' Mobile eXperience Division, said the product "will deliver a comfortable everyday listening experience while keeping users naturally connected to their surroundings."
