Google just launched its Pixel Buds A-Series, a cheaper version of the Pixel Buds in India, after it was introduced back in June priced at $99. These have custom-designed 12mm dynamic speaker driver that promise full, clear and natural sound, and Bass Boost option. These offer passive noise reduction, thanks to secure fit along with a spatial vent that in-ear pressure and spatial awareness. The stabilizer arc ensures a gentle, but secure fit.
It uses Bluetooth 5.0 with Fast Pair option to quickly connect to devices, has touch controls, but lack swipe to control volume like the Pixel Buds. The earbuds feature dual beam forming mics to focus on voice and reduce outside noise during calls. It features Adaptive Sound, which increases or decreases the volume based on your surroundings. There is built-in Google Assistant with support for real-time translation in more than 40 languages (including Bengali, Hindi, and Tamil) right in your ear while using a Pixel or Android 6.0+ phone. The earbuds have IPX4 rating for sweat and water-resistance.
These offer up to 5 hours of listening time or up to 2.5 hours of talk time and up to 24 hours of listening time with case, or up to 12 hours of talk time with the charging case. It also has fast charge that offers up to 3 hours of listening time or up to 1.5 hour of talk time with 15-minute charge of earbuds in the charging case. It doesn’t have wireless charging.
The Google Pixel Buds A-Series comes only in Clearly White colour with new gray undertones, is priced at Rs. 9999 and will go on sale from 25th August 2021 through Flipkart, Reliance Digital, and Tata Cliq, and will be coming to more retail outlets subsequently.