Updated Device Details: Pixel Buds 2a featuring Active Noise Cancellation and the new Pixel 10's Qi2 'Pixelsnap Wireless Charging' Technology Revealed
Google Unveils Pixel Buds 2a: Affordable Noise-Cancelling Earbuds
Google has announced the release of its latest budget-friendly wireless earbuds, the Pixel Buds 2a. The new model offers several notable features, including Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), a silicone ear tip design, and spatial audio support.
- Active Noise Cancellation (ANC): The Pixel Buds 2a come equipped with ANC, providing up to 7 hours of playback with ANC enabled and up to 20 hours total with the charging case. This is a marked improvement over the first-generation A-series which lacked ANC. Although the ANC on the 2a model does not include the advanced Silent Seal 2.0 technology found in the Pixel Buds Pro 2, it still offers meaningful noise cancellation for the price range.
- Battery Life: They offer up to 7 hours of continuous listening with ANC active and up to 20 hours with the charging case. Fast charging is supported, allowing quick power boosts. The charging case connects via USB-C only, and wireless charging is not supported.
- Eartip Design: The Pixel Buds 2a retain a silicone ear tip design that helps with noise isolation and fit, unlike some competitors that omit this in cheaper models. This design aids in blocking outside noise passively as well, complementing the ANC.
- Spatial Audio: The earbuds support spatial audio, though unlike the Pixel Buds Pro 2, they lack head tracking functionality. Spatial audio support improves the immersive sound experience when playing compatible content on platforms like Netflix or YouTube, though its impact is somewhat niche.
- Additional Features: The Pixel Buds 2a drop some premium features such as conversation detection and wireless charging but keep smart touch controls and voice-assistant integration for smooth usability.
Meanwhile, in the realm of smartphones, Google's Pixel 10 Pro Fold features an advanced triple rear camera at 20x zoom, but it does not share the same ANC technology found in the Pixel Buds 2a. The Pixel 10 series does not have Active Noise Cancellation in its headphones. However, it does feature "Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2-certified)" for its devices.
In a recent development, Evan Blass shared more specs sheets for Google's upcoming lineup, indicating that the company is bringing noise cancellation to its most affordable headphones, further solidifying its commitment to providing quality audio experiences at various price points.
- Inside the lineup of gadgets, the Pixel Buds 2a include technology such as Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), spatial audio support, and a silicone ear tip design.
- Unlike some smartphones like the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, the Pixel Buds 2a offer Active Noise Cancellation, marking Google's push to bring quality audio experiences to more affordable headphones.
