detailedReviews: detailedReviews 1: content: Having now used the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro for 24hrs, I am providing my initial thoughts on this product and will be sure to update if i find anything changes.
I have previously owned a few different iterations of Samsung Galaxy Buds and Buds Pros and have come from the Galaxy Buds2 Pro's which I have used for 2 years since they launched. I was initially very hesitant to see Samsung using a completely new design for them in the Buds3 Pro and was not sure about upgrading however I have to say I am truly glad I did.
These earphones have improved on all the features i have come to love previously. The ANC is much more powerful than before and truly blocks out most sounds and also has controls for how much noise you want to block out. I have found the adaptive sound mode the best for my personal use and keep the voice detect and siren detect on so the Buds switch automatically if i need to be alerted to something or someone starts talking to me. These buds also have a new voice command feature which you can use by simply saying basic commands without having to touch the Buds, i have found myself using this to quickly change the volume or play the next song but imagine it would be especially useful if working out.
The design has also changed this generation since they have an all new stem design, this helps dramatically improve the call quality of others being able to hear you thanks to the microphones being closer to your mouth. I was also initially concerned about switching from tapping on side of the previous generation to the new pinch/swipe controls found on the Buds3 Pro, however found myself quickly adjusting to this. Once i found exactly where and how to swipe/pinch i found this comtrol system much more intuitive and easier to use. The Buds3 Pro also features new blade lights on the side which you can turn on or off depending your preference.
Additionally the new design of the case looks so much more premium and uses a magnet to keep the lid closed and also also magnets to keep the buds in the case. This helps ensure even if you accidentally drop the case the Buds will stay secure in the case. Another welcome addition is a new pairing button on the bottom of the case meaning you can easily pair with any bluetooth device.
I would highly recommend these to both customers who are considering upgrading their existing wireless earphones and to those who are completely new to wireless earphones as the Buds3 Pro are super premium and easy to use.
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starRating: 5
title: Great upgrade, improved ANC and intuitive controls
detailedReviews 2: content: Connectivity – This is straightforward with a Samsung Phone; however, I cannot comment on how easy it is on other devices. However, I feel once you have the Galaxy Wear apps, and all relevant aspects downloaded for buds on another android device it would similarly. When using a Samsung phone, you just need to open the case, click connect and off you go! Easy! When using default settings, the earphone pauses the music/video pretty quickly then resumes when you put it back in your ear.
Functionality – When using as my daily driver, its pretty easy to forget they are in your ear. The ambient sound is great and clear, and the voice detection is relatively good apart from few occasions where I’ve said voice command to like ‘music stop’ or ‘next song’ and it hasn’t kicked in but thought I was talking so engages ambient sound for talking to someone. The noise-cancellation is effective but isn’t needed all the time as the sound isolation is pretty good for earbuds of these class (better in my ear than some others I’ve tested). The sound equaliser options are very varied and allows for decent amount of customisation, could be better though. Auto-switching to phone audio when earbuds are removed is nice touch, this along with auto-switch to ambient sound when sirens are detected. Note that the voice commands work well with any phone as they are tied to earbuds and not the phone and that there is a small issue if you grab the bottom of the stem during a call you may end the call (as I discovered during an interview).
Sound – The basic equaliser settings are pretty good but starts out on balanced when first paired with your phone, personally I’d recommend the dynamic setting for more full and accurate sound profile as ‘balanced’ profiles a flat sound profile, along with clear. However, the earbuds will automatically adjust the overall sound to your ear ‘fit’, but there is no detail on how this is achieved. The sound itself its clear and has had me thinking I’ve heard things outside of the music or podcasts, but it’s just been a sound coming from the earbuds. The adaptive noise-cancellation works well, and the adjustable active noise cancellation.
Overall, I’d recommend these earbuds in a heartbeat to anyone looking to upgrade their old earbuds. Definitely an upgrade from previous generations from Samsung and look forward to smaller improvements made with new software releases in the future.
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starRating: 5
title: Seamless connectivity and effective noise cancellation
detailedReviews 3: content: I’ve been using the Galaxy Buds3 Pro for a while now, and they’ve quickly become my go-to earbuds for everyday use.
Design & Comfort – The sleek metallic finish gives them a premium feel right out of the case. The stem design is a big improvement for call clarity, and the fit is snug but lightweight, making them comfortable to wear for hours without irritation.
Sound Quality – The audio is crisp and balanced. The bass is punchy without being overwhelming, mids are clear, and highs come through sharp without distortion. Vocals sound natural, and instruments are well separated. Whether I’m listening to music, podcasts, or watching videos, the sound feels immersive and detailed.
Noise Canceling & Transparency – The Active Noise Canceling is excellent, blocking out background noise on commutes or at the gym. Transparency Mode feels very natural — I can hear conversations and ambient sounds without taking the earbuds out.
Calls & Mic Quality – Calls are crystal clear, even in noisy environments. The microphone does a great job filtering background noise, and people on the other end say my voice comes through clean and natural.
Features & Controls – The touch controls are responsive and customizable through the Galaxy Wearable app. Pairing is seamless with my Galaxy phone, and switching between devices is quick and hassle-free.
Battery Life – Battery performance is solid. I can get through a full day with ANC on, and the charging case adds plenty of extra juice.
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starRating: 5
title: Excellent sound, ANC, and comfortable for hours
detailedReviews 4: content: Look, I dont normally leave reviews, but for these new Galaxy Ear Buds 3 pro, I couldn't resist.
These ear buds are next level! With Galaxy AI and your fingertips, it makes it easy to access your paired Galaxy devices. Everything from getting a quick answer from Gemini to setting a alarm or date in my calendar, these buds are heaven sent.
The sleek design and comfortable fit make these buds great for a workout or perfect for a long flight.
Trust me, or take a chance, you will not regret getting these for yourself or a gift for someone else.
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starRating: 5
title: Next level earbuds with Galaxy AI integration
detailedReviews 5: content: About a year ago I decided to take a chance and upgrade to galaxy bud 3 pro headphones. I was and to this day am still blown away by these wonders of listening joy. And I have to emphasize on the term listening, not just to music, tho they have search features as hearing test to make sure you hear exactly what's supposed to be heard, Adjust to help me really hear the music, or movie with atmos surround sound, or most importantly to me, talk with loved ones quite literally all day. Hearing every word crisp and clear. The fact these little ear buds can almost completely block outside noises from intruding into my call for me, but will do the same if not better for the one you're on the call with. I work around loud noises (mowers, simi trucks, air hammers) yet i can still spend the day comfortably, talking to my fiancé while protecting her ears as well. With Galaxy Ai built in, my Galaxy phone becomes hands free, voice controlled, and truly a helpful tool for everyday life and work. Being able to text, or call anyone in your contacts without ever having to stop what you're doing, even in the loudest of places, just by asking, completely changed my entire outlook on Bluetooth headphones. From Jawbone up to JBI buds, i truly got an upgrade. The Galaxy Bud3 Pros gave literally everything I could/ would, and do with my phone a massive upgrade. And continue being amazed daily, 10 months in and they still work and look like the day they came out of the box. Amazing upgrade!
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starRating: 5
title: Blown away by sound quality and all-day comfort
detailedReviews 6: content: I absolutely love my Galaxy earbuds Pro3! They are extremely comfortable while also remaining in place! The quality of sound when listening to a call or when listening to your favorite music is unparalleled to any other earbuds out there!! And I have a set of Bose comfort earbuds but my go to is always my Galaxy Pro3 earbuds as I find that the commands are far simpler and easy to remember. Also there is none of that having to go to your connections and select the earbuds you want to utilize either! When you first get your Galaxy Pro3 earbuds, I first charged the case up fully, as that is just a habit of mine. But when you are ready to sync your Galaxy Pro3 earbuds up to your Samsung device, it is extremely simple! 1st go to your bluetooth settings and set your phone to discover new bluetooth devices, next open the lid to your galaxy Pro3 earbuds, I take them both out and place one in my ear while watching the other. As soon as you take them out of your case they will begin flashing ready to connect to your Bluetooth device. Go to your phone bluetooth settings and a message will populate asking if you want to sync your Samsung Galaxy Pro 3 earbuds to your phone. Select yes, and you are done! Start enjoying your music or making phone calls! Also I find it extremely convient using the Samsung Galaxy AI through voice command to perform searches through my Samsung Z Fold as it provides far better search results than manually inputting your question into a search engine!
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starRating: 5
title: Extremely comfortable, unparalleled sound quality
detailedReviews 7: content: The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are easy to see that Samsung has taken a major shift in their design. Now with the stalks, these buds offer a change of direction that we are use to.
The case, with the stalk design, offers a nice and secure way to store the buds. Previous iterations were easy to drop the buds where as now, the design locks them in place stronger so even dropping the case your buds should remain in-place. It has USB-C and wireless charging too.
The buds offer varying levels of ANC, from full ANC to passive mode, to adaptive. The latter I found really useful as it provides isolation to enjoy audio better but then allows external noises to come through that may be important. Think someone talking to you, or the doorbell ringing.
Audio sounds great, though I can only compare to the original Buds Pro. Across the board it sounds better, bass, mids and lows are all good quality to me.
The touch controls are now more natural too, though do take a few days to get use to it. It involves swiping or pinching the stalks on either side which is an improvement over older buds which require tapping 'somewhere' on the device and it was never intuitive. You can customize each side to do different things, like changing the ANC mode.
The introduction of lights seems, odd, I have yet to find them useful however if they are lost they do light up so they should be easier to find with the 'find my device' functionality in Smart Things. It would be useful if the colour bars would light up on a scale to display the battery levels at a glance, but you can find that information easily in the Galaxy Wearable app.
Another great addition to the Samsung lineup
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starRating: 5
title: Great sound, ANC, and intuitive stem controls
detailedReviews 8: content: I mean what to say, with the new EQ feature you can tune your music to any sound you need or select a preset that applies to you listening style. Voice controls are so clutch it really is hands free, you can play, skip, and go back to previous tracks, answer calls with out touching your phone or earbud. Ambient sound, active noice cancellation and my personal favorite adaptive sound which adjusts active noise cancellation automatically when in loud environments . The Voice detect feature lowers earbud volume when you engage in conversation so you dont need to turn your tunes off. I like the Siren detect feature since I work in the city when a Police, Ambulance, Fire truck comes by with a siren on, the volume in my earbuds lowers and it reminds me to focus on my surroundings, great safety feature. The earbud controls itself is a upgrade from the pro2 with the new blade style earbuds. It is slick and has a great feel to it. Accessibility settings accommedates for people with hearing disabilities allowing them to favor sound in one ear than the another if needed. 360 audio allows you to listen to clear and immersive sound coming from all directions in videos and music . The LED lights on the buds that are kinda wild but different. They light up when pressed on both earbuds. When you access the find your earbuds menu, and search for a lost earbud, the LED will light up making it easier to see in the dark. The only thing I would changeis the size, almost perfect. Amazing earbuds.
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starRating: 4
title: Tune music with EQ, clutch voice controls
detailedReviews 9: content: So, It has been quite a while I am owning this Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and I am really satsfiesd with my purchase. In fact I do consider this as one of the best investments I have done on an audio product.
First off all the main reason of the purchase is the sound quality which is just bestt!! I don't need to tweak anything in the Equalizer settings as the default ones is really good, just sometimes when I need more bass I put the low end up a little bit. I personally like to keep 360° audio turned off and also the Adjust sound to fit. But Samsung has done a really good job in giving these buds UHQ audio which really helps in increasing the sound quality further.
Connectivity, Stability was never an issue, although my buds stopped working but Samsung repaired it for free with shipping included as they were under warranty.
The case is also really nice and small, but can expect some scratches over it after a while unless you use a case.
The blade light is also a good addition to the verall package but cannot say much about it as I rarely use it when I take a walk at night.
The touch controls work nicely as they should.
And about the Noise Cancellation, they do a really good job by cancelling quite a lot of low and mid frequencies and also manage to cut of some of the highs as well.
And one of the best part of these buds is its Transperancy mode which is really good and I feel really comfortable when i I wear it. Sounds completely human like.
Many features can also be tweaked.
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starRating: 5
title: Best sound quality, good noise cancellation
detailedReviews 10: content: Okay, so I've been using the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for a few months now, and I've got to say, I'm pretty impressed. The sound quality is fantastic! They are super clear and well balanced, a good amount of bass without being too overpowering. The noise cancellation is definitely the best when it comes to earbuds in this price range. I put my earbuds in at school and boom it blocks out all of the backround noise. A nice feature these buds have is when it hears a voice it automatically turns down the noise cancellation and turns on ambient sound mode. The battery life is pretty solid I get around 5-6 hours which is more than enough I haven't really seen any degradation of the battery.
One of my favorite features these Galaxy buds have is that they can do real time language interpretation, this helps me a lot as one of my co workers speaks Spanish and I speak very little so these earbuds definitely help me understand and communicate better. They are super comfortable to wear, even for long periods. I've had no issues with them falling out, and they come with different sized ear tips to help you get the perfect fit. The lights on the earbuds make them look so unique, a feature that I think should be added to make the lights more useful is being able to turn them on remotely so if you lost an ear bud in the dark you could see it. just and idea. Overall the earbuds are absolutely fantastic I have no regrets purchasing these buds.
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic sound quality and noise cancellation
detailedReviews 11: content: I upgraded from the buds pro 2 to the new buds pro 3 and was the best decision I've ever made. I was considering getting a different brand because I was never happy with the bud pro 2's functionality and fit but the upgrade of the pro 3 has far met my expectations. The actual click of button on the side and swipe functions are a huge improvement. No more accidental touches that pause or end playback.
The integration of working with my samsung fold is flawless. There's so much control and personalization when it comes to getting message notifications and reading the message to you, responding to messages with your voice has always been pretty accurate, answering phone calls and quality. Everyone I've talked to with these has always said the call sounds clear and loud. No background noise or static. Listening to music and customization of the audio is great. These buds have all around been my favorite pair.
Some suggestions/complaints I would have is letting you have an option to have your message read to you fron contacts only. There's so many spam text messages these days I hate when I'm listening to music l, especially in the middle or a work out, and it wants to read out an entire spam message with website address and all. The other is the fit in the ear. When I'm working out and get sweaty these start to slide out that I'm constantly having to push them back in no matter what tip I use. There needs to be some sort of winged add on you can use for a more secure fit.
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starRating: 5
title: Huge improvement over previous generation buds
detailedReviews 12: content: I have had the Galaxy buds and the buds 2 pro, and this one is by far the best so far.
I love this new design as I find them a lot more comfortable to wear, especially when you are wearing them for several hours. The other versions were always quite large for my ears so caused pain. The buds3 pro I can wear for hours and not get any pain and they also don't keep falling out of my ears. So design wise, these are such a great improvement for me.
The noise cancellation is really good, and probably slightly better than the buds2 Pro.
I like the adaptive option as I find that one the most comfortable to use when in the office. It adapts from ancient and noise cancelling based on the noise around you.
I wear a hearing aid in one ear, so the customisation these buds have is excellent. In the accessibility settings you can adjust each individual buds based on your hearing in each ear and also do a hearing test so it can adjust the settings based on the results. This is amazing for me, as I can have one set to accommodate my loss of hearing in one ear.
The sound quality on these buds has been improved as well, there has definitely been an improvement when it comes to the bass. This makes a big difference when upgrading to these buds.
The controls now being on the blade, for me is a big improvement. As the previous versions would always come loose in my ear, it would have to keep touching them to push them back in, which would activate the controls. With these you can adjust how they sit in the ear without accidently pausing your music or skipping a song. Swiping up or down to control the volume is so easy to do. The squeeze control is fairly easy, but takes a little longer to get used to.
I have found the battery life to be really good, they are constantly in and out of my ears all day and I still have plenty of battery left and can get through a couple of days easily, if not more!
The blade lights are a good feature, mainly for if you misplace them or drop them on a plane etc, as when you use the app to find your buds the will make a noise and also light up, which will make them easier to spot.
You get 3 different ear tips to choose from, and I must say they seem a lot more substantial than the previous models and they clip on. So I think these will last longer than my previous ones.
All in all I am glad I got these as I prefer the design and fit, they are a lot more suitable for my ears. They are a decent upgrade overall.
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starRating: 5
title: More comfortable, better noise cancellation than Buds2 Pro
detailedReviews 13: content: Okay, let's talk about the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro, these things have upgraded my entire commute game.
My daily journey to and from work involves a good chunk of time on the subway and then a bus. If you've ever experienced rush hour public transport, you know it's a symphony of screeching brakes, loud conversations, distant announcements, and just general urban chaos. It used to be a mental drain before I even got to my desk. The moment I pop them in and the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) kicks in, it's like magic. That wall of noise just disappears. The train rumbles become a faint hum, the bus engine fades into the background, and even those loud conversations from the person two seats away seem to disappear. I've used other ANC earbuds, but the Buds3 Pro feel like they are better at isolating you in your own little world. I can wear them for my entire hour-plus commute without any ear fatigue and the battery life can handle my daily grind with plenty to spare for a few hours at the gym later. The Galaxy AI integration with Google Gemini is really cool. When I'm listening to something and need to quickly check a detail about my next stop or just get some quick info related to what I'm hearing, I can just tap the bud and ask. If you're an on the go public transport warrior like me, or just someone who wants peace in a noisy world, the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro are an absolute game-changer.
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starRating: 5
title: Game-changer for commutes with amazing ANC
detailedReviews 14: content: Overview
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Samsung is no stranger to trying new things, so after a few years of pretty "normal" looking buds, they decided to do something different for their newest flagship true wireless earbuds, the Galaxy Buds3 Pro. Samsung was pretty creative with its "bean-shaped" Galaxy Buds Live and I'm glad to see them taking some design risks with these new stemmed and angled earbuds.
Initial Setup
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Love 'em or hate 'em, they do get your attention.
First of all, the case has a transparent lid (clear on the white ones, smoked on the silver) so you can make sure your Buds are charging safely. The entire case isn't clear like the ones from "Nothing", but it is a nice touch. I'd prefer a different choice of plastic instead of a smooth, glossy finish, but I suppose the transparent part had to be made of that. I would have preferred a denser plastic so I wouldn't have to worry about scratches. Of course you can charge it via the included cable or with a wireless charging pad. Note that some protective cases can make it a bit difficult to charge wireless, though your mileage may vary. Lastly, there's a dedicated button on the case to pair with other BT devices that you can't fully control, like a gym's elliptical machine.
Though similar to Apple's AirPods Pro, the added stems are actually angled for a less organic and more "tech-forward" look. Not only that, those extra surfaces serve a purpose outside of aesthetics. Each stem also houses a small light which is useful for pairing mode, but they also look pretty cool, illuminating a narrow strip down each stem.
Each stem is touch-sensitive as you'd expect, with a very intuitive volume control by sliding up and down the back side of the stem. A single pinch controls play/pause, a double/triple pinches will control track forward/back. If you hold down while pinching, you can cycle through sound modes like ANC, Ambient sound, and Transparency). After getting used to the system, I was glad that it "just worked" since touch controls aren't always the most responsive and a delayed tap or pinch can really throw things into disarray. Often, I end up disabling touch controls for ones that are too sensitive or too delayed. I think Samsung got the flat surfaces correct since their touch controls work fine with either stem. Of course, you can customize them as well.
Samsung includes multiple ear tips so you can get the right size and there was even quite a "to do" when some of the early models seemed to have some issues with the tips tearing while being changed out. After a brief delay from Samsung, shipments resumed and I haven't heard much of the issue since. I'm glad to report that the installed tips worked great for me, but I did test swap to the large tips and had no issues going back and forth, so it looks like that problem was solved!
Make sure you're getting a good seal so you can get the best listening experience. The Galaxy Wear app can help make sure you have a good seal/fit and help you customize your experience.
Specs-wise, I was really excited to try these because Samsung went with an interesting dual-driver design. They paired a 10.5mm dynamic driver with a 6.1 planar magnetic driver. I'm familiar with planars from my large over-the-ear headphones (Audeze) and I was very curious to hear how a small planar would perform. Planar drivers are prized for their ability to provide high-quality, low-distortion sound compared to your standard dynamic drivers.
As you can imagine, pairing these was a non-issue. I have the following devices that I tested with: Google Pixel 8 Pro, Samsung S23 Ultra, and Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. Everything paired quickly and easily with the two Samsung devices, as expected, providing the most seamless switching between devices. I was used to this with my older Galaxy Buds+ and the ease of use is still perfect with these Galaxy Buds3 Pro.
They are rated at IP57 which means they're dust and splash-resistant, so they should hold up in a gym, but heavy sweaters may need to look for dedicated active buds.
If you don't already have the Galaxy Wear app installed, it'd be time to do it now.
Performance
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First of all, I'm personally not a fan of buds with stems, but these function perfectly and they actually help get them fitted into your ears properly. Also, they didn't stick out nor swivel around like I've seen with some other companies' stemmed earbuds. The silver finish is different from all of my black earbuds and I liked how they looked - with or without the lights!
For stat and codec snobs, you'll be both delighted and disappointed. Yes, Samsung's SSC Codec supports high-res audio, but it's limited to Samsung Galaxy devices! Unfortunately there's no AptX nor LDAC which is a pretty big letdown for non-Samsung owners. I definitely would have preferred that they included at least AptX and still reserved their high-res SSC for Samsung devices.
ANC or Active Noise Cancellation is great on these modern flagships. I think you could nitpick and say that Sony or Bose's newest models have slightly better ANC, but I don't think there's a clear winner here, nor do I care about splitting hairs on ANC performance. Fans, air filters and a white noise generator (for sleep) were no match for Samsung's ANC. I would definitely rank these Buds3 Pros near the top of the heap for ANC wireless earbuds in 2024.
Onto the fun part - the sound quality. When I'm listening to music for fun (shouldn't that be all the time?), I like a warm, maybe bass-forward sound without losing too much detail. Bass and even some sub bass came through clearly without distortion while mid bass and vocals sounded rich and clear. At the top end, treble was clear and sparkly without being sibilant nor harsh. I listen to a mix of music from 80s to EDM to early 2000s trance to Jpop/J-ballads, Kpop/K-ballads, American power ballads/rock and more. Typically I'll switch between IEMs and headphones to get the best experience, but if I had to choose one set of IEMs, these would not be a bad choice at all. Even on a non-Samsung device using AAC, sound was full, rich, and enjoyable even with ANC on. I wasn't (nor will I ever) trying to listen extremely critically but I did compare these to some of my favorite wired and wireless IEMs and these Buds3 Pro are amazingly flexible, regardless of what you're listening to.
Since these aren't just for listening, I tested these on phone calls, Google Meet calls, and some test recordings inside and outside the home. I'm very impressed by the sound quality overall and I had to tone down my usual "headset speaking volume" since things were picking up just fine even while walking around outside. A breezy day or talking in front of a fan allowed for some noise to sneak in, but I suspect these will be fine for most anyone's calls.
If you enjoy listening to them with ANC on, be prepared to lose some hours of battery life! Rated at about 7 hours between charges, ANC will cut into that by an hour. Most other flagships that the Buds3 Pro are competing with can last a bit longer with ANC on so make sure you have a charger or charging pad ready!
Other features
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Game Mode can be enabled in the app to avoid the lag or latency that can cost you a win or a loss while gaming. Usually you don't want to play "twitchy" games nor rhythm/dance games over BT, but with Game Mode enabled, I did just that. Since you won't really miss the reduced range while gaming (on your phone at arm's length or less), I'd say it's a worth option.
Ambient Sound Mode works as expected without a ton of hiss like some "non-flagship" earbuds. It's supposed to focus on the human voice's frequency range to pick up conversations which it seems to do (along with other sounds like the hum of a refrigerator nearby). If you turn on the "Auto switch to ambient sound", the Buds3 Pro will use Voice Detect and Siren Detect to automatically switch modes. If it hears your voice, it will allow more ambient sound in so you can have a conversation. When that ends, it will turn ANC back on. It can also detect sirens, though I haven't been able to test that.
Adaptive sound is supposed to switch automatically between the modes, turning on ANC when you're in a noisy environment and allowing some Ambient Sound in when you're in a quieter environment. I've never been a fan of these automatic recognition and switching (experienced on some other major manufacturer's buds) since they aren't quite accurate enough.
Voice controls aren't a feature I thought I'd like, but it was pretty useful in my home office so I could control my music by just saying things like "pause music", "volume up", etc. This was nice, though lazy, if I didn't want to interrupt my typing groove!
Conclusion
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I haven't had a chance to try out any of Samsung's Pro-line of wireless earbuds and perhaps I'm lucky I had a chance to test these. It seems Samsung really learned a lot in their previous generations (and perhaps from a competitor or two...) and they came out with an attractive new design, great ANC, awesome and flexible sound quality (thanks to their dual-drivers), and a seamless experience for Android users, specifically Samsung users.
As a Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra and S23 Ultra owner, these really are now my go-to earbuds for music, movies and calls. Great sound quality no matter what you throw at it along with strong ANC and a neat new design? What more could you ask for?
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro - an easy 5/5 in my book!
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starRating: 5
title: Attractive design, great ANC, awesome sound quality
detailedReviews 15: content: I use these earbuds mainly on day trips. They do exceptionally well for calls and music above all is best when it comes to its drivers. They are really good at noise canceling for the average day to day activity especially in big crowds. With just enough frequency to hear your own surroundings. I can push it to its limits by using different settings to enhance these features more effectively. When my hands are busy I really appreciate the speak feature where you simply speak and it does accordingly to the command you give it to either raise or lower volume. Or play and pause. It does okay on some occasions. Recently, I found out if someone says a similar command it will toggle automatically without me mentioning it. This happens rarely. The Galaxy Ai feature only seems to work only when im using the germani or translator app that comes with Samsung and it does poorly in my option. I understand its still under development so I happen to only focus on using it for its functionality which in my case is jamming to music. That alone is enough for me. But alittle more intentionality with the products intention which is essentially AI capabilities could make these earbuds useful for setting tasks without doing them manually. The Led lights on the ear buds is a cool addition to the design and very unique. I dont use it much since it takes battery life from the buds more quickly. This is an area that can also be improved. They serve no other purpose other wise.
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starRating: 4
title: Good noise canceling, voice control is appreciated
detailedReviews 16: content: I haven't always been an anxious person. Or so im told. I cannot remember a genuine memory when I wasn't rittled with it. Over the years it's unfortunately gotten to the point, where I rarely left the house for fear of running into anyone or seeing someone from what seems like lifetimes (yes with an S) ago... the calendar tells me it's only been 6. I'm still undecided about it. Being someone who caught the very unfortunate disease, illness, bad luck, bad choices, wrong time wrong place, etc.. of addiction, and having what was supposed to be medication to help with the discomfort turn into almost 10 years of utter living hell, I've had plenty of valid reasons to not want to leave the house. BUT, when you've put in the best work of your entire life, and you've given it everything you had left, every single day, to show up for yourself or shut up, for five years, you kinda get annoyed with yourself that they're such a scardy cat and can't manage to grab the mail without sprinting back towards safety. The galaxy buds 3 pro have been a game changer. For the first time in 5 years I've found something so comfortable I cannot feel them. Certainly incomparable to either one of the airpod pros, beats, etc. Trust me I've tried them all. And dont have a single complete pair out of all of them. Each day when I put them in when getting out of the car, they wrap me in such an insane quality of sound that matches the luxury comfortable feel of them. 10000% MUST BUY!
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starRating: 5
title: Game changer, comfortable and insane sound quality
detailedReviews 17: content: Have been using ear buds for many years now having various different models and styles.
This is the first time I've had a pair of tipped buds. This design allows the weight to be distributed outside of your ear making them oh so comfortable. I found with previous buds my ears canals would get tired/irritated from the weight but these new Samsung buds feel so light I dont get any discomform even when using for 4+ hours.
The charging case has a good quality hinge but I'm not sold on the plasticy/cheap silver looks, for a premium product it kind of lets it down there. There is a feature to find your buds if you lose them when in your ears but there is no feature to track down the case which is a shame.
The buds paired flawlessly to my S23 Ultra and when using Ultra HD and Dolby Atmos sources the music sounds super crisp. I did feel the default preset on the EQ was a bit weak so ending up boosting 2,3,3,2,2,4,4,5,5
The bud controls are pretty standard but my favourite feature was the built in voice controls/commands as these are directly from the galaxy wearables app rather than your music client/assistant which makes them super responsive and quick to use.
The ANC has improved a fair amount from previous versions and even in a busy office environment its able to blot out the noise and actual localised conversations.
I let the ear buds run for about 48 hours constantly playing to wear them in which seems to help, I have quite a varied music set from EDM, Symphonic Metal, experiment folk music and beyond. With the right tweaking the buds performed admirably.
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starRating: 4
title: Comfortable fit, great sound and voice controls
detailedReviews 18: content: First, let me preface this review by saying that while I have tried many different brands and models of earbuds in the past, I have never found any that were comfortable enough for extended wear or state secure enough in my ears to even do so much as walk around. The Buds 3 Pro however are different in that regard.
They are rather comfortable to wear, ear tips are easily changed out for different sizes and materials if needed, and they stay in my ear where they are supposed to be. The only downside is that the included ear tips have too much of a variance between sizes - the medium are too large for me, and the smalls are just, well, too small. To resolve this, I started using the SednaEarFit Crystal series tips in the MS size, and they fit well and stay sealed. And the future, I might step up to the Comply Foam tips to see if those do even better.
Audio quality is great, the included gesture controls are easy to understand and use on a day-to-day basis, and the active noise canceling feature works quite well - as long as the ear tips stay sealed in your ear canal, that is! I have only experienced slight crackling with the ANC on when in an environment that is above 115 decibels, which I think is rather good - that sound level is very hard to drown out.
My only real con functionality wise is that you cannot trigger any digital assistants from the earbuds, and they do not respond to the "Ok/Hey Google" prompts.
Overall, a very solid buy!
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starRating: 4
title: Comfortable, great audio quality and ANC
detailedReviews 19: content: Been running the Galaxy Buds3 Pro every day for two weeks and they already replaced my bulky studio cans. Sound is crisp, punchy and wide straight out of the box, then Galaxy AI’s Adaptive EQ fine-tunes the curve to my ears automatically, no guesswork. Active Noise Canceling smothers subway rumble, and the AI-driven Voice Detect flips to ambient mode the moment I start talking, so I never shout at baristas.
Battery life is the real deal: a full workday (about eight hours with ANC) plus two top-ups from the case. Five-minute quick charge nets roughly an hour, perfect before a morning call. Call clarity is stellar, three mic beamforming and the AI wind filter make me sound like I’m in the office, even on a breezy walk.
Fit is rock solid yet comfortable; finished a five-mile run and they did not budge. Touch controls are dead-accurate and the swipe for volume is a game changer. I use them for streaming music, bingeing shows, and even listening to recorded lectures . Seamless switching across my laptop and S24 Ultra is instant, and Galaxy AI suggests whichever device I’m using. Live Translate in-ear blew my mind—followed a Spanish tech keynote in real time with no subtitles.
Bottom line: if you own a Galaxy device and care about top-tier sound, rock-solid comfort and genuinely useful AI smarts the Buds3 Pro are the upgrade. They punch way above their size and price.
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starRating: 5
title: Top-tier sound, comfort, and useful AI smarts
detailedReviews 20: content: At this point I think I've lost count of the number of wireless earbuds I've had over the years, but I've had many, ranging in price from super cheap to very expensive, and I have to say that the Galaxy Buds3 Pro are easily, and I mean EASILY the best quality in terms of sound I have yet used. But it's not all rainbows and butterflies, they do have one glaring issue, so allow me to discuss.
Packaging:
Super simple, just a small black box with the earbuds inside their charging case inside, cable, and a few extra ear gels. Nothing to write home about here, pretty standard, in fact minimal mightbe correct, but I'm ok with this.
Fit:
I put them in with the default medium size ear gels in place and they fit perfectly. In fact I was almost immediately blown away at this point, but I'll discuss more in a minute. I put them in, they turned on, noise cancelling engaged and I knew something special was happening.
Setup:
As with most Samsung products these days, particularly if you have a Samsung phone, they showed up immediately on my device as ready to pair. I still see this as a weird security concern, especially when I'm sitting in hotels and the TVs are all trying to pair with my phone, but be that as it may, it's their thing, I don't love it, but maybe some do. They popped up, paired and installed without any hassle, so at least that's good.
Use:
Here's where things get fun... As I stated in the fit section, I put them in and was blown away... Now what exactly in the fit of a device can blow someone away. Well, in putting in one, then the other, since I simply removed them from their case they turned on, and immediately engaged the active noise canceling. I will say that this is BY FAR the best noice canceling I've ever used on any headset. Now I'll admit I haven't used commercial grade or studio grade devices much in this arena, but for a consumer device, these immediately shocked me. I was instantly in a silent bubble and I was very pleasantly surprised. I popped up some music and was transported. The sound is full, the base is shockingly responsive, and again, being in your own little sound isolation bubble as markedly good as this just adds to the whole effect. They are superb, they sound great and the ANC is just next level.
So what's wrong with them?
If you're in the market for excellent sound with excellent ANC, then these are it, bar none, at least in my experience. The one downside though is the charging case. In a word, it sucks. It looks cheap with the clear smoke plastic cover, and when putting away the earbuds themselves, since they have the long 'stick' that hangs off of them as so many do now, you have to insert it down into the case, well the plastic cover gets in the way and the magnet is so strong that the earbud snaps down to the case while you're still trying to align the stick. Since the stick is slightly triangular in shape, it really only goes in, in one way, so you're fighting with trying to put them back in the case. There's no quick in and out with these like I've experienced with literally every other set of earbuds I've ever used, expensive, cheap, any. This case sucks.
Why didn't I remove a star? Because the sound is just that good. You might think when compared to audiophile brands they wouldn't be able to hold a candle, but I'll tell you definitively, I took these out and put in one of those audiophile brands and there was no contest, these were better, and I mean by a lot. Volume, ANC, sound quality bass response, all of it was better.
I probably SHOULD mark off a star just for the awful case, but I find it hard to do so when the earbuds themselves do what the earbuds should do, and extremely well.
Do I recommend them? Yes. If I could get them with a completely different case, would I? Absolutely. Maybe if Samsung releases a galaxy buds4 pro next year they can address this, because it really is that bad.
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starRating: 5
title: Best sound and ANC, but awful charging case
detailedReviews 21: content: I will start out by saying Samsung always packs in great features in their products. These ear buds pack a big punch in a small product. I love music and especially music with a lot of bass and listening to my music in a regular pair of headphones of a different brand was decent but when I got these and tried my music I was blown away by the difference in the sound! There is a small app that takes up no room, that has a control for everything including making sure you have a great fit. You can go from regular sound all the way to complete noise canceling and even ambiance sounds as well, great for if you are out for a jog and want some outer sounds to come through, including emergency sirens. You can set equalizer settings to your preferences, you can control each ear bud and even find my ear buds. The settings allow you to make sure you have a good fit and if the tips are a good size. It will keep an eye on your charge for the case as well as your buds which is a great feature so you aren't wondering if you need to charge the case. And the find my buds feature is a must for any earbuds. These honestly are by far the best I've ever tried and now I can't go back to listening on anything else as it all sounds flat. The battery lasts surprisingly long while using complete noise canceling and to charge them again is extremely fast to get you back to jamming out! I can not think of anything they didn't include to make these any better.
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starRating: 5
title: Best earbuds tried, amazing sound and features
detailedReviews 22: content: Let's begin with the elephant in the room and get it out of the way. Most people have said these are. A follow-up design Which means they followed on apple's footsteps. Stepped away from their Galaxy Buds2 Pro. Iconic design, and when with the stem design, which now going to the good stuff? For me, it has been an amazing experience. These buds Three pro have gotten their job done and now stepping away from the design and diving deep into the earbuds, the soundstage and quality of the audio you are playing. Cannot be compared to the buds to pro. Because it's better. Those drivers really know how to balance things out the highs, the lows, even the treble, he's so precise that you can listen do everything, including the vocalist, and it's not gonna be a mixed bag. Overall, the stem design. At least for me has made it a unique and amazing design. Because they're well balanced in the weight department and they stay in my ears much better.Then my galaxy bud buds two pro, if my inner ear start sweating, do I recommend this product? Of course? I do just keep in mind, that they will only work with any Galaxy products from Samsung. In the following way, where if you're looking for every function, including the translation from one language to another or are the functions in the audio department, they give you and you wanna use them at 100%. Then you will need a galaxy phone, whether it's a foldable flagship or a singles lab phone of the various ones they offer.
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing experience, better soundstage than Buds2 Pro
detailedReviews 23: content: I purchased these on a whim to replace another brands wireless buds. I have a Galaxy phone as well so I was excited to see how these two devices would pair up, and what additional features I could unlock while using them.
The Buds3 Pro arrived quickly and I opened them up almost immediately to find that they were packaged great and had all the necessary items and/or accessories such as a charging cable, case, several sized ear pieces and of course, the buds themselves.
They arrived with a good charge on them so I popped them in my ears and read the instructions on how to sync them to my Galaxy phone and use them. They paired up almost instantly and I hit "play" on my favorite tracks.
One of the features that stuck out the most was the noise cancelation. It truly blocks out everything around you and you have the options to allow specific noises such as a voice or sirens, to be let through. You also have the ability to use them without Noise Cancelation as well.
Sound quality is absolutely great out of the box but truly comes alive when you start adjusting the Equalizer on them and run the Fit Test.
They've become part of my daily carry items when I leave the house because phone call quality has improved vastly not just for me, the user, but for the person on the other side of the phone. Plus, the earbuds have seamless actions across apps and are easy to use.
Overall, I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great set of earphones.
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starRating: 5
title: Great noise cancellation and sound quality
detailedReviews 24: content: The Samsung Galaxy buds have always been very good earbuds with nice sound and cutting edge technology. In my opinion, the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 pro raises the bar even higher. Back to the beginning, however. The buds may have started off a little rocky. From what I understand, there was an issue early on with the durability of the rubber on the removable ear piece that caused a delay in shipping for several weeks. My Galaxy buds 3 pro were delayed as well. When I received my buds 3 pro, the first thing I looked at was that rubber part. In fact, I needed to change mine to the smaller size, so I had a chance to see if that issue still existed. To my delight, I had absolutely no issue changing the ear piece. All was good in the world. Setting up the buds to work with you phone is a breeze. Charge up the earbuds, then push the button on the bottom of the case and open the lid to activate the buds, set your phone to bluetooth pairing and WaLah. You are connected. I already had the Samsung wearable app on my phone, but I noticed the phone still downloaded a file or updated a file, to give me better control and adjustability of the earbuds. As far as sound quality. These are about as good as I have heard from an in ear bud. I traditionally use over the ear headsets for better sound, but the Galaxy buds 3 pro are nearly as good as my best over ear. The highs and mids are crystal clear and there is just enough bass to blend everything together for a terrific listening experience. Volume is more than adequate and the buds stay in the ear even when I am moving around quite a bit. The new design with the long stem seems to have caused some controversy among people, but I believe the stem provides a better way to control the buds with the ability to slide and pinch the stem to control various aspects of the buds 3. These are advertised as the best Galaxy buds yet and I do believe Samsung has done a good job with these. I have no regrets in owning the Galaxy buds 3 pro and I bet you won't either.
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starRating: 5
title: Best sound quality and call quality
detailedReviews 25: content: After using my Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for more than 7 months, I've come to form a great bond with them. I take them everywhere except the shower, trust me I want to keep them for as long as possible. Honestly, the reason I prefer using these ear buds over just playing music over my phones speaker is truly because of the quality that I experience when I use these. The first thing off my list is: Bass & Quality. The Bass is crazy good, every time I pull out my Buds, I remember that I'll experience the soul in my music just that much more than what I would through my speakers. It goes without saying that the quality I get throughout my listening experience is so insane, that I start to hear things in songs that I hadn't before. And yes this is a good thing. I recommend the 360 Audio Setting in your wearable app, which gives you another level of listening, especially for movies. Another new feature that Samsung implemented is ANC. I'd say it's exceptionally good for what it's for. Could be improved for louder noises, or higher pitched tones so that it wouldn't freak the Buds out, but very good even with stock earbud tips. Admittedly, I think it's safe to say that you should determine whether or not these Galaxy Buds will take shape to your ears easily, or try adjusting them to your ear correctly. But if you're a fan of Samsung, and would love to capitalize on the ecosystem, I say go ahead and do it! It doesn't hurt, and I guarantee you, it's worth every penny.
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starRating: 5
title: Incredible sound quality and ANC performance
detailedReviews 26: content: I am almost always an Over-the-Ear headphone guy. I usually prefer the sound from the bigger drivers you get from those big heavy over-the-ear headphones. I did find though that I wanted some headphones that would be more comfortable to wear in the gym and while doing things around the house where I need to also be listening for my kids.
These have fit those needs perfectly. I can use the ambient sound setting, put them in and then listen to a podcast while doing dishes and listen in case my kids need something. I can go to the gym, put the headphone in noise cancelling mode and be totally isolated from the sound of dropping weights and feet hitting treadmills.
I have these paired to my Samsung Galaxy. Using it with a Samsung device makes set up and use super easy. The earbuds and the case hold a charge for a long time, I can usually go a full week between uses and this can include multiple hours a day of listening. They fit easily in a pocket and are great to travel with. The mic is clear and makes taking phone calls easy.
And lastly, these are the earbuds that most closely reproduce an over-the-ear headphone experience; especially when in active noise canceling mode. I own Bose, Sennheiser and Heavys brand over-the-ear headsets and while I still prefer those for things like work or gaming: these are super close to producing that quality of sound.
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starRating: 5
title: Perfect for gym and home, close to over-ear quality
detailedReviews 27: content: These are ear buds are an excellent choice for Samsung owners. While bluetooth compatability allow these to be used with almost every bluetooth capable device, the effort and time spent integrating the development of Samsung wearable with the phone and earbuds is noticable and allows for seamless use while offering some pretty advanced features I had yet to find in other flagship accessories. I am a large person. The fit out of the box was fine, though I did wish they included other tips. The fit for my size keeps them secure to my head. The sound quality matches that of every other mid to high end ear buds I have worn. For individuals who are looking to get a set to pair with a Galaxy device, this is a great choice. They look good, the battery life lasts a really long time, they sound great, and the price is about what you expect to pay for the name, quality, and app integration. They have great headphones and offer ai translation, which I have not tested yet, but I would expect like everything else about these buds, which will work beyond expectations in the best way possible. I am very satisfied i purchased these buds. For some, they may find other brands better suited, but overall, the Galaxy Pro3s check off a lot of boxes in the right ways, and I am happy with the purchase. I paired mine with Galaxy 24FE, and they work great. Thank you.
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starRating: 4
title: Excellent choice for Samsung owners, seamless integration
detailedReviews 28: content: I am writing this review after nearly a week of using my Samsung Galaxy earbud 3. My experience and impressions are based on comparison with Samsungs' previous generation of earbuds Earbud2 Pro.
First thing to notice is the overall design and the case of the earbud 3. It is very different to previous release. What is important to keep in mind is that the earbud 3 are coming with one universal size with no attachments for different sizes.
The design is very ergonomic and they sit quite comfortable considering I normally use a large attachments for better fitting.
I really liked the different colours of R and L earbud. I found it quite practical alongside with very clean design.
I will suggest using a rubber case to carry them around especially if you are active person.
To pair them with my Samsung S24 Ultra was very easy and to adjust sound settings via Wearable App was even easier.
ANC is on very good level and I've noticed that the Bluetooth range is quite good.
A am able to listen to my podcasts or making phone calls without interruption all around quite spacious ground floor of our house.
It was pleasing to see that my wife was able to use erbud3 even though she normally struggles with other types.
The bottom line is that Samsung Galaxy erbud3 are very good quality product providing good level of ANC and sound. Very practical and straightforward to use in general use throughout daily activities!
Will definitely recommend!
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starRating: 5
title: Ergonomic design, comfortable and practical to use
detailedReviews 29: content: I LOVE my Galaxy Buds3 Pro!! I had traded my Galaxy Buds2 Pros in (which I now regret in part) when I bought my 3 Pros and have been VERY VERY happy with the sound quality and the durability The UHQ option was a surprise and I LOVE IT as well as the multiple diiferent settings in the "Sound Quality & Affects" portion in the settings option makes it so easy to adjust to hear even the most minute sounds making it super easy to edit videos with the “Audio Eraser” feature or whatching videos or hearing your music at the highest quality!
There's only one reason I gave it 4 Stars which is also the reason I regret trading in my 2 Pros...And that's the fact the 2 Pros are waterproof while the 3 Pros sadly are not..
I use my Buds when Im working on the house which constantly consists of washing dishes, or clothes, or mopping, and honestly scrubbing something non-stop another words, and when I'm not working inside I'm working outside (we have a lot of snow which also means wetness, water, puddles.)
On the very rare occasion i get to take a break my favorite thing is fishing...which of course means water as well. So another words basically everything i do on a daily has something to do with water.
I know nothing can be perfect but if these were somewhat waterproof They would be perfect!
Just as a tip for anyone thinking of trading 2 Pros in for the 3 Pros I would just spend the extra and keep both pair and use them according to what their day to day usually consists of.
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starRating: 4
title: Great sound quality and durability, not waterproof
detailedReviews 30: content: The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are an amazing pair of buds. I love how much control they give me over media playback. Things like being able to "speak" controls is a game changer. When it's cold outside and your hands are in your pockets or if you happen to be carrying things and cannot reach your phone or buds you can simply say "next track or previous track" to skip back and forth between tracks. You can even stop the music all together if need be. This type of control is great because you don't always need to queue your phone when you have so much control from the buds. Noise cancellation has been greatly improved. Me who lives and commutes in nyc trust me noice cancelation is greatly appreciated and much needed. Not having to hear all the subway noise of the trains or the noise of buses is great. The AI that controls the adaptive noice cancelation works very well. As I usually leave it in this mode so it raises or lowers noise cancellation as needed to keep things comfy for me. I love the lights in the blades tho I wish there was an easier way to activate em, and I also wish it was a RGB strip so we could get some colors from the lights. The buds got snug and comfortably in ears so it's great for extended use without ear fatigue. The colors both look great but I think I like the silver more. Having it easily switch between devices it's paired (phone, tablet etc) to works very well
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing control over media playback and ANC
detailedReviews 31: content: The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro Wireless Earbud Headphones is a great pair of earbuds. I wasn’t sure what to expect as for sound quality. After getting them setup and being able to listen to some of my favorite tunes, I was quite impressed. I listened to a wide variety of music and it sounded great for all of the tracks I listened to. I have both a Samsung phone and an Apple iPhone. I assumed it would be able to quickly and easily connect to my Samsung phone, however I had to connect to it through my Bluetooth settings and by pressing the button at the bottom of the case to put it into pairing mode. I assume I had to use this method because it appears my phone is outdated since I don’t have one of the latest Samsung phones. When I went into the Google Play store to download the Galaxy Buds 3 app, it said my device was not compatible. I was also able to connect it to my iPhone using the same method. The noise canceling feature of these earbuds is awesome. They do a tremendous job of blocking unwanted noise while listening to audio. The earbuds are comfortable while wearing them in my ear. When taking one earbud out, the audio continues to play. Taking both earbuds out will stop the audio. You can also stop playback of the audio by pressing the stem of the earbuds. The earbuds are fairly easy to get out of the case, but they seem a bit cumbersome trying to get them back into the case. The earbud case can be charged via a USB-C connection or it can be placed on a wireless charger. Overall, I’m impressed with the audio quality from these earbuds.
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starRating: 5
title: Impressive audio quality and noise canceling
detailedReviews 32: content: Overall the buds are great. Sound is very good. I like the pinch button concept and the slide up and down for volume. I also just started using OK Google with them in a way I never did with wired headphones and it's surprisingly useful. I think the noise canceling could be a bit better with voices, but overall it's pretty good for most things.
I wish they'd include a bunch more silicone tips. They are so easy to tear when removing them. I was trying the sizes trying to figure out which was most comfortable and also for setup (see below), but by the end I tore most of them so I didn't have much of a choice which size I had to use and the current size isn't always comfortable.
Setting them up was a strange chore. No matter how many times I tried inserting them and with different silicone tips the software kept saying I didn't have a good enough seal. No joke I must have reinserted them at least 50 times trying to get it to believe that they were inserted. Who knows, maybe there's a wormhole in my ears to a huge void and the ultrasonic measuring kept thinking the buds were in a large room. Oh, the thought of saying "worm" and "my ears" in the same sentence. Eew.
You need to be careful inserting them - if u cover the mic area at the top it sometimes makes a screech as it tries to figure out noise canceling.
I wonder if something like “Audio Eraser” works with these buds and my phone. I'll have to try it.
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starRating: 5
title: Good sound and noise canceling, wish for more tips
detailedReviews 33: content: The new buds 3 pro have become my new favorite headphones. I've had them long enough now to compare them to my buds 2 pro and explore all the new features and they better in almost every way. The new voice controls allow me to control the playback and volume of music effortlessly even in noisy environments like an airplane . It works almost perfectly the first time every time and I am able to speak softly so that others don't even notice. It's really useful when hiking or anytime your hands are occupied. Not a gimmick. The gesture commands are another way to silently send commands to the earbuds if you also have a watch. I almost never have to touch the ear buds to use the touch controls. The fit is the most comfortable of any prior buds although the new form factor is not great for running or other high movemt activities as the buds will fall out. They need a wing top option to hold them in. The sound however is fantastic and the noise canceling is incredible on par with other over the ear headphones I use to travel with. It's a bit awkward to try and use the touch controls while walking or moving as you will pull them out trying to pinch or swipe while moving. The older style buds 2 pro are much better for activity and these are great fir travel or hiking or low activity use cases. You can also interact with galaxy AI while wearing these and it works much better due to the excellent voice recognition.
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starRating: 4
title: Better than Buds2 Pro, comfortable but not for running
detailedReviews 34: content: I purchased these hoping they would be more than an incremental upgrade and they are. I use mine while cooking, doing yard work to include mowing and that is where I really enjoy them to use the noise control to block out the mower and enjoy my music. I haven't used all of the features yet such as the real time interpretation using the Ai but the Ai seems to do well with adaptive noise control. The voice control is convenient when my hands are busy such as when I am cooking. My Buds are paired with an S24 Ultra. I also have them paired with my MS Surface Pro 11 Elite and they sound spectacular with it as well. I eagerly await the chance to use these in the casino playing slots. The sound canceling features on my Buds2 pro is great but I have no doubt these will be better. The biggest issue I had with every previous edition that I have owned was fitting them for my ears and I had to purchase COMPLY ear tips to get them to fit and stay in my ears. These buds pro 3 fit fine and need no tip upgrades and do not need readjusting as I wear them unlike the previous 3 versions I have owned. My only negative comment which I hope will change in time and practice is returning them to their charging case. I did purchase an aftermarket case cover to protect the charging case further since I am hard on products. As to the style, they make sense even if I don't care for the similar look of an I-product. No complaints about sound quality on phone calls either. I do wish they offered black.
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starRating: 5
title: Great fit, sound, and noise control
detailedReviews 35: content: 1. The fit and comfort of the Buds3 is much better than the Buds2. Moving the bulk of the charging, touch control, and microphone hardware to the stem improves the fit dramatically. You can also easily lay down on your side while wearing the Buds3 where-as the older version's buds protruded too far and put pressure on the skull.
2. Moving the touch control to the stems and introducing two-finger controls makes accidental inputs far less likely. On the Buds2, you could easily brush against the single touch pad on the bud and start/stop media but on the Buds3 you have to put both your index finger and the thumb on the stem and press with your thumb.
2a. I've seen some criticism about the touch controls being hard to use but it just comes down to muscle memory. Press or swipe with thumb while bracing with the index finger on the direct opposite side of the stem. The only way you can have it fall out while using the controls is if the fit is bad or you're putting the index finger on the wrong surface. You can put both fingers on the triangle portion and it will register but... why?
3. The audio quality is a different level than the Buds2 Pro, personally. Maybe with the large bulk of the earbuds, the Buds2 Pro didn't fit all that well but the Samsung app said the fit was fine, but if you thought the Buds2 Pro was too tinny these Buds3 Pro should fix that. The bass extension is very satisfactory with full mid-range out of the box.
3a. The earbuds come with a 9-band equalizer with 20 steps per band to tune to how you see fit.
4. The ANC quality is also massively improved over the Buds2 Pro. The Buds2 Pro would barely reduce mid range sounds like AC fans but on the Buds3 Pro they are inaudible. Overall the Buds3 Pro ANC is on par with high-end full-size headphone ANC if not better.
5. Gaming mode appears to work well to reduce latency. If Samsung introduces a SSC codec dongle for the PC, I would use it for gaming. Come on Sammy, do it.
6. I'm getting about ~6 hours per charge on the buds which is about as advertised.
7. Don't use the official case protector, it's a trap!
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starRating: 5
title: Massively improved ANC and audio quality
detailedReviews 36: content: The new Galaxy Buds 3 Pro wireless headphones are easily my favorite headphones in my collection. From the moment I first used them I was sold!
LIke most Galaxy Buds headphones, once you open the headphone case, your Galaxy phone recognizes them and asks if you want to pair. Once paired, you control them via the Wearbles app. In the app you can control how the headphones react to the touch commands and the noise cancelling functionality. These are all pretty standard but work seamlessly with your headphones.
The performance is what really sets these headphones apart. The very first song I played on it blew me away. I feel like the sound is perfectly balanced with crystal clear highs and rich lows. I enjoyed it so much I made my wife have a listen and her eyes lit up! And she is the furthest person from an audiophile. I spent at least a half an hour cycling through songs, feeling like I was hearing them for the first time. The active noise cancellation works beautifully well as they block out like 90 percent of the noise. There is also an adaptive feature that will adjust to your environment. This worked pretty well from what limited situations I was able to use them in.
The case is really nice as it has a light gray lower portion and smoke gray top cover. The case chargest wirelessly, which is a must have for any wireless headphone in my opinion. The earbuds themselves are very easy to remove and put back into the case, I had no issues like with a pair of pod pros I own. The touch controls on the stem of the buds are very easy to control. I like that there are no accidental touches like with some other earbuds I own. They make a nice click sound and I always achieve the response I was looking for. Battery life has been great so far and I am always on a full charge as they recharge fully when I put them away between uses.
I cannot say enough good things about the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro headphones. I have thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of their features and performance. I recommend them to any Galaxy user or anyone else for that matter.
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starRating: 5
title: Favorite headphones, amazing sound and ANC
detailedReviews 37: content: What can I say about the Galaxy Buds3 Pro? I'm lost for words at the seamlessness and design of these new Samsung Buds. Right out of the box they quickly and smoothly paired to my Z Flip5 with a single tap, and have never lost connection since. They're reliable and secure. The fit and comfort is like something I've never used before. The best part is, they look good while being so comfortable. They angular design and Blade lights are so cool. I've received many compliments and people saying they look way cooler than AirPods. Now let's get to sound. When it comes to normal usage, there's not a bit of lag and the audio quality is pristine. Lows are punchy and highs are clear. Beautiful headphones for listening to music, watching Netflix, and nearly every other use. Then we get to noise cancelling, and these things are insane at that. Ambient sound mode makes me forget I'm even wearing them, while noise-cancelling mode puts me in my own serene environment, drowning out the noise around me. These tiny little buds are even equipped with Galaxy AI and their translation features have come in handy. I can access Gemini instantly and ask a question and then get back to whatever I need. The swipe and touch functions on the stem of the buds are also super intuitive and easy to access. Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro are one of the most recommendable pieces of tech I've ever owned. They're cross-compatible and just work so well. Not to mention, the price is totally reasonable.
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starRating: 5
title: Seamless pairing, comfort, and pristine audio quality
detailedReviews 38: content: These new Galaxy Buds3 Pro are my favorite earbuds now. These are defintely flagship quality earbuds. I chose the silver ones and they match both my zfold and my tab s9 color really well. I love the overall look, as they do resemble the ones from the fruit brand with the stems. After a week of listening with them and watching entertainment, these are definetly some of the best i have ever used.
The active noise cancelling and transparency modes are great, especially the adaptive quality. Samsung did a great job with this as it utiljzed both internal and external sounds around you and enhances the sound and anc quality through the adaptive EQ. These have a 10mm dynamic driver with a separate tweeter that provides clear sounding highs. This has been an amzing experience as music and dialogue do not sound too tinny.
The stems, or blades, are confortable as they match the. Atrual angles of my ears. Pinching activates the play/pause, while the swiping up/down the blade adjauts sound volumes. Long pinches changes the anc to transparency modes. When taking them out of the case, the blade sides have a light that runs the length and the sharp edges make them look very futuristic. The case has a transparency lid which is a nice touch.
Voice calls have been clear and precise. Those on the other side of the call has stated that the background noise has been reduced and my voice is clear. The three microphones in each of the buds pick up my voice well. The EQ on the app is a,so bery helpful for your desired listening experience.
The Buds3 Pros have an IP57 rating so they are water resistant. Battery life has been exceptional, at 6 hours with the noise cancelling off. Charging case allows wireless charging which is a plus if you don't have the usb-c cord.
The downside of this is they are meant solely for the Samsung ecosystem. They pair easily with my Z Fold6 and my Tab S9, but does not pair with my other Android non-Samsung tablet. It did pair with my wife's fruit phone but the experience is not as rich and immersive.
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starRating: 5
title: Flagship quality, great ANC and sound
detailedReviews 39: content: Absolutely in love with his earbuds. They're crazy intuitive controls are simple and don't require a lot of effort. The voice commands that don't require a wake-up phrase is fantastic. The auto switching between the ambient and noise canceling is amazing and different environments and the sound quality just blows my mind. I'm constantly listening to music or podcasts and as musician I love being able to hear the entire score in a piece and with the dynamic setting you can really hear the whole range of the arrangement. They're probably one of the most comfortable earbuds I've worn, I have sensitive ears and even after the first three days of wearing and testing them, they haven't irritated my ears at all. I'm excited to use these at the gym and well horseback riding. The support the seamless actions across apps well especially when it comes to multitasking and listening to audio on one of those tabs and multitasking in another. The 360 audio recording is super cool and I'm excited to explore with that more as I do photography and videography this will be fantastic in nature scenes when surrounded by birds and other wildlife. I was apprehensive but I couldn't be happier with this purchase.
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starRating: 5
title: Intuitive controls, amazing sound quality
detailedReviews 40: content: Samsung has really outdone themselves this time. I have owned all previous iterations of Samsung Galaxy Bud pros. They have gotten better each time and this time is no exception. The active noise cancellation is unmatched and the pinch and slide functions work flawlessly. I really enjoy having the lights on the earbud for safety when I am walking, jogging or running. Not to mention, they just look cool.
Something most people don't talk about in their reviews is phone call quality. Phone call quality is perhaps the most important aspect of earbuds for me. Let me just say, the call quality on both ends of the call is impeccable. I have asked many people if they can tell I am using earbuds on a phone call and they always answer by saying things like "no, not at all, the call quality is perfect". Not to mention, they are perfect for video calls, vlogging, taking home videos, using a virtual assistant and much more. I don't know what magic they have in the Galaxy AI on these earbuds but I have fallen in love with Galaxy AI. Galaxy AI drastically improves any listening experience based on listening habits, earbud fit and many other variables. I really wanted to love these and I'm so glad that I do! These are more than just earbuds. Now, they are part of my everyday essentials along with my wallet and keys.
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starRating: 5
title: Unmatched ANC, impeccable call quality with Galaxy AI
detailedReviews 41: content: Highlights After Six Months
Sound Quality: The dual-driver setup powered by dual amps offers crisp sound, wide staging, and rich bass that stays clear and present.
Samsung’s Galaxy AI: Adaptive EQ tailors sound based on ear shape and listening habits—resulting in immersive, balanced audio.
Microphone & Voice Features: Call clarity in public places and noisy environments, and useful voice commands and real‑time language translation is awesome.
Fit, Comfort, & Design: The stem‑style design and silicone ear tips deliver a secure, comfortable fit after some initial trial and error. Some slippage here and there. LED strips on each bud and a transparent case are a bit gimmicky.
Noise Cancellation & Ambient Modes: ANC performance is good, Siren Detect features helps me maintain awareness in public settings.
Battery Life & Connectivity: With ANC on, I get around 2 hours on the buds, no where near ample for daily use but i want marathon listening sessions. Samsung Fast Pair, Swift Pair, and automatic device switching kinda makes up for it.
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starRating: 5
title: Great sound, AI features, and ANC performance
detailedReviews 42: content: I have owned many different earbuds over the years including the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro which were my most loved of all time - until the Buds 3 Pro came along. The sound signature of these earbuds is simply fantastic and, what really blows me away even to this day, is the call quality in every situation. With the stem form factor the microphone is just closer to your face and makes for a much more fulfilling experience for both you and the caller on the other end. I have been inside of a busy restaurant with music playing overhead and people around me talking and my dad thought that I was seated at home because the call was so quiet. The active noise cancellation is also amazing - if you have it turned off with the pass-through enabled you can hear everything going on around you and the music still sounds amazing. This feature is great for me when doing guided meditation or other things that are relaxing but where I still want to be able to hear what's going on around me. The live translation feature using Galaxy AI is really good and fun to try with others. I can't wait to test this feature on my next trip! Highly recommend - get these ones today! 👌
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starRating: 5
title: Fantastic sound signature and call quality
detailedReviews 43: content: I've purchased recently the new Galaxy buds 3 pro. My first impression just from looking at the earphones as I opened the case was astounding. The design is futuristic, and the long LED light on each earbud just adds that extra wow factor.
After I connected them to my Galaxy S24 Ultra (which by the way was a piece of cake. Like a click of a button, literally), I had a quick software update. I go on the Wearable app to find tune my new earbuds, and to my surprise the level of customization, and capabilities amazed me even further. These Earphones have 360 audio, they support head tracking so if you move your head either way it'll adjust the surround sound accordingly. Then, I adjust the equalizer to my liking (bass boost). I make sure the fit is perfect, make sure the buds are charged up, then I press play. WOW, what an experience. I've had earbuds before from well known brands, but I've never experienced such a high quality sound. The lows, mids and highs are sharp, defined, with crisp clear sound. The sound quality is so good, I've heard notes that I didn't even know existed in certain songs I've listened to in the past. What an enjoyment. I honestly don't want to take them off! They are feature packed in a small beautifully designed package. It can switch between ambient aware to ANC on its own It can recognize your voice and adjust the sound accordingly.
To sum it all up, these buds are worth every penny. I don't even call it an expense but rather an investment.
Love it
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starRating: 5
title: Futuristic design, amazing high-quality sound experience
detailedReviews 44: content: Samsung sent my earbuds in a bigger box than my two phones arrived in the week eaelier. This I thought was a bit wasteful and could be something they should review.
Open the box itself the inital thought was "WOW". I really like the silver metal lool of the charge case.
Opening the case to reveal the buds themselves saw my excitement grow. The look, style and general premium look are a massive improvement on earlier generations from Samsung.
Now came the all important part, "Do they fit and feel comfortable?". In short - YES. These pro earbuds feel amazing and are very secure in my ear. I have used them on flights, open ferries across nordic harbours and not a budge or even slight feeling one was about to depart from my ear, never to be seen again.
The sound quality is amazing, I have tried as many genres of music and everything sounds crisp, clear and bassy when needed.
When paired with the latest Samsung Smartphone the buds come alive with Interpreter Mode. Allowing you to have translated conversations with the majority of major languages supported.
My only annoyance is the pinch control to pause music. This can be hit and miss and I miss the tap to pause option, but this minor inconvenience is nothing compared to the greatness these buds ooze.
100% recommended purchase.
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing sound quality and interpreter mode
detailedReviews 45: content: This is a review based from a simple user's standpoint. I have not purchased many top-of-the-line earbuds, so keep that in mind from a true technical standpoint.
In my opinion, so far so good.
They do well pairing with my Samsung S24 Ultra. Getting the hang of the controls took a bit for me to remember (not used to pinching versus tapping). I have small ear holes and these stay in so much better than the Buds2 Pro ever did, which was an enormous perk for me for daily use. The ear pad cushions are a whole connector piece versus just the pad itself, which would likely make it more difficult to replace that size if ever damaged or make any color customization.
My husband loves the light-up feature, whereas I prefer it to stay off. The noise cancelation and music clarity are amazing for me. No problems with phone calls. The con is that occasionally when inserting them in my ear or the case it makes a brief screech (like bad feedback on a microphone). I don't know if there's something I'm doing to cause it, or it is just a flaw. I haven't truly test the complete battery life, but I haven't had to charge the case but once since the first charge out of the box.
I still very much enjoy them and they are significantly better than the buds2 pro. Overall I consider it a win and recommend purchasing them.
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starRating: 5
title: Significantly better than Buds2 Pro, good fit
detailedReviews 46: content: I love the Buds 3 Pro because of the incredible sound quality. I love how it gets every beat, and the Wearables app makes the Buds 3 Pro go even better. From the user-interface, to the experience, and the cross platform compatibility, and auto switching (or also known as seamless actions) from my phone to my tablet or to my laptop, the Buds 3 Pro are the way to go. The Buds 3 Pro are hands down some of the best earbuds I have tried and use daily. I have tried many other brands, but none of them compare to thr Buds 3 Pro. With multiple colors to choose from, the Buds 3 Pro are perfect for everyone, no matter if you prefer a white or graphite. The blade lights make it excellent for when your out and about at night, making you visible to cars while driving. The AI features that the Buds 3 Pro hold are out of this world. From auto switching to Ambient from Noise Cancellation when sirens are detected, to also switching to Ambient if it detects you are speaking. The Buds 3 Pro are hands down the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds you can get on the market at the moment. They have excellent customization, excellent Active Noise Cancellation, and amazing Battery Life. They are part of my daily use now.
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starRating: 5
title: Best wireless earbuds with excellent customization
detailedReviews 47: content: The 3 Pros are a surprising improvement over the previous versions, both by design and quality. The new shape helps them fit way better than before, and the stem holding the controls allow for a much easier time fitting them in and taking them out without accidental clicks. The audio is also much better, especially with the EQ settings. I usually use Custom mostly based around the Dynamic setting. Everything is clear, and the base is solid, especially for buds.
The ambient audio is also quite nice, coming through far more natural sounding than before, and the option to boost it with filtering in each bud individually is great for someone with audio processing issues like myself.
My husband and I both use the buds, and we have no problems going back and forth between devices. They default to the last used device, though a quick button click and they swap over, and still retain the connection to the previous for quick jumps back and forth with audio if we each have a bud.
I've used these buds for around 60 or so total hours, and haven't really found anything to complain about that isn't a simple setting tweak to fix. They get a solid 10/10 from me.
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starRating: 5
title: Surprising improvement in design and quality
detailedReviews 48: content: Pros:
- Beautiful surround sound with high quality clarity
- Adjustable Equalizer in the Wearables App
- Galaxy AI Assisted noise cancelation to jam out without interruption
- Galaxy AI Siren Detection that auto adjusts volume so you can hear emergency vehicles
- Battery life that lasts about 2 days with constant listening
- Ability to use one bud at a time while the other charges in the case
Cons:
- Buds case opens if you drop them
- Buds fly out of the case when case is dropped
- Buds sometimes have an ear piercing screech when dropped (must be turned off then back on to get rid of it)
- Calls can't hear you sometimes if you're only using one bud at a time
- Volume adjusting motion is a bit annoying to me
I really love the Buds3 Pro, and how they utilize Galaxy AI to improve my jam sessions no matter the time of day!
While I may be slightly clumsy by dropping the case for them, I still believe the lid to it should be more secure so the Buds don't fall out when it falls 3 feet. Along with the Buds sometimes creating an ear piercing and painful sound on occasion when dropped. (Typically only one bud makes the sound, not both)
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starRating: 4
title: Beautiful surround sound, AI noise cancellation
detailedReviews 49: content: It's my first day with this buds and absolutely loving these pairs. Though I preferred bean shaped buds 2 pro, this blade design buds 3 pro are amazing pairs to make love with your ears. It's almost weightless and touch controls are having good happiness feedback-though it could refined more. Blade lights feels absolutely bonkers and modern. Drivers are just unbelievable. Bass hits ears perfect blending with medium and high frequency. ANC on these are on par compared to previous ones. I had 100 volume music playing on my Samsung TV and other person could listen to my crisp voice with music attenuated greatly. Transparent style on case is one of the best aesthetics a buds case must have. Though I like the silver colored metallic styled, finishing could have been much better like brushed finished to give pure metallic feel. Battery life is mediocre but might increase with refined software. Some interaction sounds could be worked on like swipe gestures. Currently, it feels like some chinese buds. Overall, I am satisfied and excited having these buds in my ears. I guess Samsung did it. It's Hi-Fi blades with Sci-Fi vibe. 2025 is Samsung's year. Be it watch ultra, S25 ultra or buds 3 pro. I named it EDITH (Iron Man' AI)
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starRating: 4
title: Hi-Fi blades with Sci-Fi vibe, amazing drivers
detailedReviews 50: content: I purchased the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro while deployed with the Military. I needed something that I could trust to have excellent noise cancelation as I work in a louder environment. I also needed something that I could talk to my 3 kids while in a noisy environment. Galaxy Buds 3 Pro was it.
With Galaxy Buds 3 Pro I am able to hear my family while working, and the clarity of my voice to them is crystal clear. My kids have the opportunity to still be able to hear there dad while he is hours away from home serving and protecting their country. Allowing them and millions of others to sleep peacefully at night.
A great feature with the Buds 3 Pro is you can use them with Gemini's AI feature. I may be looking for something that I want to write home about, or I may be looking for a certain way to say something in another language and I simply ask Gemini.
Another great feature is the capability of live translation. Often times I find myself near someone that speaks another language amd I use the live translation feature to understand what they are saying.
If you are looking for an ultimate headphone that is durable and multifunctional then Galaxy Buds 3 Pro is the product for you!
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starRating: 5
title: Excellent noise cancellation for loud environments
detailedReviews 51: content: My cat batted my Galaxy Buds Live off the kitchen counter and my beagle then ATE THEM 2 days before I was flying from Missouri to San Diego, CA. I needed new ones ASAP!! I decided to go with the Buds3 Pro for the reviews on the adaptive noise canceling features and the translation feature. These were so easy to set up with my Galaxy Z-Fold5 and my Galazy Watch 4. The buds are super comfortable and have seamless actions across apps making it super easy to answer calls while listening to music or an audio book! The adaptive noise canceling is great when your hands are busy, no more fumbling to pause what's playing with dirty fingers...or using your nose to hit the audio controls on your watch or phone to speak to someone. Voice control is perfect for those same situations, particularly during cooking or landscaping. The auto pause and resume feature when you take one bud out of your ear is a game changer at work or when a kid is asking (yelling) you a question from across house or yard.
These buds have made my daily life easier with their intuitive functions and features! And the sound quality is AMAZING!
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starRating: 5
title: Super comfortable with seamless actions and amazing sound
detailedReviews 52: content: I bought mine back in August. In early September, I lost one of the buds after working a 10 hour shift and couldn't for the life of me figure out where. I still used the right bud because they're that good and i didnt want to get rid of it. About a week ago I decided to buy another set and 10 minutes after placing the order, I found the left one I had lost. I will not be returning the new set when they come in. Instead, they will serve as my backup pair for when the original set doesn't work or are lost.
As for sound quality.. these things are amazing. They have the perfect amount of bass and treble to sound as though you are listening to your music at an actual concert. I have owned every version of the buds from the buds live to the buds 2 pros (yes, all models minus the buds 3), and this is by far the best pair.
They're the only pair of headphones I have owned with ANC that will work with one headphone. Be aware that the battery life of them is roughly around 4.5 hours real world with ANC on and volume set to 60% or higher. With both headphones, the sound is absolutely amazing. If you turn on ANC, place them in your ear and within seconds, you can feel them set the ANC.
Ambient sound on these is absolutely amazing. Even at 60% volume, I can hear just about everything going on around me.
Adaptive I have less experience with so I will not comment.
Galaxy AI, I also am not as experienced with. So far I have set up live translate on my S23 Ultra and have yet to find a real world use for it using the Buds 3 Pros, although one day the need will arise and I'll get to see how well it works with them. So far it works on the phone, and quite well i might add.
If you buy them, get a case for them. Make sure you use the Samsung wearable app to connect them if you wan tto make use of the features. Use samsung smart things to locate them if lost (like i did not do).
With all of the promotions and trade in credits offered, you would be best to get the buds 3 pros and skip the buds 3 as the design is a lot different from the pros. Spend the extra money if possible. Your ears will thank you.
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starRating: 5
title: Amazing sound quality, ANC works with one headphone
detailedReviews 53: content: Samsung new galaxy bud 3 pro have some serious sound and tech pack in those tiny earbuds. First up the song quality, surprisingly deep and detailed.Thanks to the new dual planner, drivers that give an impressive range from clear highs to punchy bass. Pair with Samsung 24 bit codec. It really shines on new or Galaxy phones, delivering a richer experience that many other earbuds out there. Noise cancelations is strong, blocking out seeded noise. Well, trough the ambience mode also keeps things transparent when you want to stay aware.
They look a bit more like airports. Now, with a stem design, but the feet is still lightweight and solid. Once you get used to it. Good news If you're running or commuting battery life is decent with around six hours in the earbud. love that they are now ip57 rated. Which app thus irresistant? Applause for beach or outdoors workouts, but the a I feature are mostly for galaxy users, which could be downside.If you're on a different phone, voice control is simple but useful for music and calls.
Overall, the bod 3 pro balance premium sound with samsung exclusive perks, so there are win if you are in the galaxy ecosystem
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 5
title: Serious sound and tech packed in earbuds
detailedReviews 54: content: The galaxy buds3 pro have great for me fo far. They are more comfortable and fit better in the ear than others I had in the past that fell out constantly. The added features with the new design are amazing. Being able to change the volume with a swipe or pause music with a press has been life changing. I wear these when I am at the gym and having quick access to these is great. The active noise canceling is next level. If it is active, I cannot hear someone talking to me but once I turn it off it is almost like I do not have them in. These functions are great but can be finicky sometimes to get it to work properly on the first try. The case is great and still small enough to fit in a pocket and the buds fit easily with a satisfying snap into place. It can also be finicky to get them to seat properly for them to charge but I find pulling them back out a little and letting them pop back in fixes that issue. I knkw these are still new and have already noticed a few updates come through for them and some of these issues are being resolved as time goes on, keep up the good work! I have also found how important it is to keep them clean as it can affect the noise canceling and make audio sound weird. A quick wipe down makes it all better though. Love these earbuds!
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 4
title: More comfortable, better fit, amazing ANC
detailedReviews 55: content: Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro are a major upgrade, delivering a premium audio experience in a comfortable, redesigned package. The sound quality is excellent, with a rich, detailed sound profile that caters to all genres. The Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is highly effective at blocking out ambient noise, making them perfect for commutes or busy environments.
What truly sets them apart is the integration of clever AI features. The "Voice Detect" automatically lowers your music when you start talking, and the "Adaptive Noise Control" intelligently adjusts the noise cancellation to your surroundings. The hands-free voice commands are a game-changer, allowing you to control your music without touching your device. While the design is a departure from previous models, the new stem-style form factor is surprisingly comfortable and secure. For anyone in the Samsung ecosystem, the seamless device switching and advanced features make these an easy recommendation and a truly premium choice.
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 5
title: Major upgrade with premium audio and AI features
detailedReviews 56: content: I've been using these buds for over a year now. I find them easy to insert and wear. They hold in very well when I'm on my walks. They also sound amazing for the price. I listen to music that has a lot of low bass, and these handle that easily. I also listen to a lot of piano house and jazz funk; again, the clarity is very good, and the highs and mids come through very well. My goto equaliser setting is the dynamic curve that seems to get the best out these buds . Another great feature is the ambient noise feature; this works very well. I have used this feature on a few plane trips now and have found them to perform very adequately. For the price, they offer everything you could need: good sound, good comfort, and good features. The battery is ok and the case charges these a few times before needing to charge it again.these appear offer good durability but only time will tell . If your using these with a Samsung phone then connectivity is a breeze , but i have found pairing these to third party bluetooth a little tricky but achievable I've only scored a 4-star rating, but that reflects on these being the budget Samsung buds. I do have the next-gen pros when I really want to experience near-studio quality and will review those when asked to do so.
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 4
title: Good sound, comfort, and features for the price
detailedReviews 57: content: Love this, great quality build, sound amazing and picks up great sound quality with the microphone.
Love this, great quality build, sound amazing and picks up great sound quality with the microphone.
marketplace: microless
source: microless.com
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starRating: 5
title: Great build, amazing sound, good microphone
detailedReviews 58: content: I like it very much, and they delivered next day after my order. Thanks for microless and delivery team.
I like it very much, and they delivered next day after my order. Thanks for microless and delivery team.
marketplace: microless
source: microless.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/microless.com
starRating: 5
title: Like it very much, delivered next day
detailedReviews 59: content: The headset is excellent.
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marketplace: microless
source: microless.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/microless.com
starRating: 5
title: The headset is excellent
detailedReviews 60: content: I reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and found them to be very ugly. Objectively speaking, these Samsung wireless earphones were very impressive. I was particularly surprised by their Active Noise Cancellation performance. Does that justify the $249 price tag?
Excellent Active Noise Cancellation, IP57-rating, Precise, detailed sound, Efficient touch and haptic controls, Good battery life
Hi-Res audio reserved for recent Samsung devices, Gaudy design, Adaptive ANC is not very useful
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/sharafdg.com
title: Excellent ANC, precise sound, gaudy design
detailedReviews 61: content: If you're in the market for new wireless earbuds and are part of Samsung’s ecosystem, the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are a strong contender for your consideration. They might not be the most original in design, but they bring some much-needed improvements to Samsung's earbud lineup.
Great sound quality, Very comfortable fit, Touch controls finally work properly
ANC isn't on par with a lot of other earbuds, Blade Lights feels gimmicky
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/sharafdg.com
title: Great sound, comfortable fit, controls work properly
detailedReviews 62: content: The Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro are great for traveling. They're portable and comfortable to wear. The buds come equipped with fantastic ANC and passive isolation to block out airplane cabin din and passenger chit-chat.
Nine-band graphic EQ., Outstanding noise isolation., IP57 rating., Comfortable and stable fit.
Access to full features is limited to the brand's ecosystem., Lacks standard multi-device pairing., Continuous battery life is okay, but not very long-lasting.
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
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title: Great for traveling, comfortable, good ANC
detailedReviews 63: content: I’ll be honest, when Samsung revealed two sets of earbuds that bear resemblance to two models of AirPods, I wasn’t expecting much in terms of performance. However, the company certainly surprised me.
Solid audio performance, Open fit design has its benefits, Adaptive EQ and Adaptive ANC, Great sound quality, Loads of handy features, Comfy fit, Natural ambient sound
Battery life is shorter than some rivals, The best features require a recent Samsung device, Copycat design, ANC is basically useless, Battery life is shorter than some rivals, The best features require a recent Samsung device, Copycat design, Blade lights are a gimmick
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/sharafdg.com
title: Solid audio, comfy fit, but copycat design
detailedReviews 64: content: While I have a few small gripes with the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, I very much enjoyed the many hours I spent testing these earbuds. They are exceptionally comfortable for in-ear earbuds, offer great passthrough and extremely clear passthrough for external audio, and deliver effective noise...
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/sharafdg.com
title: Exceptionally comfortable, great passthrough audio
detailedReviews 65: content: The company’s latest flagship earbuds might lack originality, but they nail sound quality, transparency mode, and voice call performance.
Terrific sound quality, Crisp, natural transparency / passthrough mode, Voice commands are simple and so useful, Good voice calls
Uninspired design, Midtier noise cancellation performance, No true multipoint
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/sharafdg.com
title: Terrific sound quality, good voice calls
detailedReviews 66: content: The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are a premium, accomplished design that delivers excellent sound and superb noise cancellation performance when paired with a Samsung phone of recent manufacture.
Superb sound quality and detail, Good noise cancellation, comfortable, Useful voice commands for playback, Handy built-in volume controls
Works best with Samsung phones, Not cheap, Voice command requires specific phrases
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/sharafdg.com
title: Superb sound quality, good noise cancellation
detailedReviews 67: content: Good quality sound and noise cancelling with helpful active voice commands as Samsung nods to the stem buds trend
The Buds 3 Pro are a decent set of Bluetooth earbuds, lightweight and easy to get started with out of the box. The audio quality is great, with clear, detailed sound that doesn’t suffer from its size.
The Buds 3 Pro are a decent set of Bluetooth earbuds, lightweight and easy to get started with out of the box. The audio quality is great, with clear, detailed sound that doesn’t suffer from its size.
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
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title: Good sound quality and noise cancelling
detailedReviews 68: content: “The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are a huge upgrade for Samsung fans.”
Comfortable fit, Excellent sound quality, Top-notch ANC and transparency, Responsive controls, Waterproof, Auto-pause with wear sensors
You need a Samsung phone for the best audio, Spatial audio/head tracking is so-so, No Bluetooth Multipoint
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/sharafdg.com
title: Comfortable fit, excellent sound quality, top-notch ANC
detailedReviews 69: content: I use these headphones to watch films and listen to music during my sports sessions. They make the experience very immersive. The only downside is the triangle shape of the earphone stem, which makes it difficult to control the volume and other settings.
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
sourceLogo: https://i.flash.tech/a/rs:fill:300:400:0/g:sm/plain/s3://flash-creatives/images/merchants/sharafdg.com
title: Immersive experience, difficult stem controls
detailedReviews 70: content: Good earbuds, but there are a few things that could make them Great if fixed. The sound quality is amazing, but I've been getting high-pitched feedback sounds while using them. I'm not sure why, but its a little annoying for earbuds that costs as much as these do.
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
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title: Amazing sound quality, but high-pitched feedback
detailedReviews 71: content: Very sleek! Fits in my arms petit. Has 2 other interchangeable ear buds if needed.
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
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title: Very sleek, fits petit arms
detailedReviews 72: content: Samsung is great for sound quality and features. Noise canceling is nice for double tap but needs a skip feature . Anti sweat works great and fit is perfect. A little more charge in the case would be nice.. if I workout an hour a day for a week I have to charge before weeks up..
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
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title: Good sound quality, needs skip feature
detailedReviews 73: content: Not much to say about the headphones apart from the fact that they don't have enough battery life after 4 hours, so you have to put them back in the box to recharge them, and the noise reduction could be a little better. But otherwise they are very good :)
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
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title: Good battery life, noise reduction could be better
detailedReviews 74: content: Still learning them and how to operate them; only 4 stars. They are comfortable. I recommend wearing 1 at a time, that way one is charged and ready to use. Sound quality id great.
marketplace: sharafdg
source: sharafdg.com
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title: Comfortable, great sound quality
detailedReviews 75: content: Hear is the thing (get that play on words), one of the greatest features that the Buds 3 Pro offer is the “Adaptive Ambient Sound”. If you wear hearing aids or just have hearing issues the Galaxy 3 Pro Buds downloadable program “Galaxy Wearable” offers a test that you do to base the final sounds produced that are fine tuned for your hearing deficiencies.
In addition, they offer a further adjustment as the program offers an additional sound volume adjustment to help with background sounds as a function that lets you adjust for high and extra high volume in the background sounds, which makes it easier to hear for people with mild to moderate hearing loss. They also allow you to boast voices in front of you, while enjoying your favorite tones.
At this point, I must say these are features you probably only enjoy if you have a Samsung Galaxy phone as I have not tried these on any other phone types. However, if you have a Galaxy phone, let me continue. I have tried the Buds FE, the Buds 2 Pro, and now the Buds 3 Pro. My wife tried the Buds 2 Pro and now has the Buds FE, which fit her ears the best. I love the fit of the Bubs 3 Pro, and since I have hearing issues the more expensive advanced speaker system is a must for me.
So, we are finally at a point to discuss the sound quality of these Buds. As I stated, I’ve tried all three, and they all sound pretty impressive. When I was younger, I owned all McIntosh tube equipment and used an ESS Heil bi-amplification speaker system which due to the volume I listened at probably now account for some my hearing deficiencies today. With that said, I am amazed with the quality I now can achieve with the Bubs 3 Pro.
On the other hand, my wife is so pleased with the Galaxy Buds FE. I have tried many different price levels ear buds, and it depends on your personal taste and standards of excellence. I again want to state how pleased I am with the “Galaxy Wearable” program for the use with most of the Samsung's buds.
To round this out, I would like to state that I find the quality of the Samsung Galaxy Ear Buds 3 Pro coupled with there software to be the best fit for anyone who has mild to moderate hearing loss. It my guess that anyone could benefit with these personal adjustments
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 5
title: Great for hearing loss, fine-tuned sound
detailedReviews 76: content: Have been testing the Galaxy Buds 3 for some weeks now - almost by mistake, as I'd originally planned to try the Buds 3 Pro. I'm so glad I got these instead though for reasons I'll explain later.
The Buds 3 connected seamlessly to my Galaxy Fold 6 using Samsung's proprietary Bluetooth codec and have provided an absolutely rock solid connection in my usage so far. They have also connected easily and reliably to another Android device I have using the AAC codec so should also work well with other devices.
Before moving on to the sound and usage specifics, the Galaxy Wear app provides useful settings options and well as as a number of prebuilt sound eqs and a 10 band equaliser for the user to generate their own custom one to tailor the buds to their sound preference.
As for the fit and sound, I have used a number of IEMs over the years including many of the popular wireless options each year, what I love about these is that they sit securely but not deeply into the ear which means you have a good awareness of your surroundings without having to resort to so called 'transparency modes' which just seem to attract more wind noise into the buds I've tried in the past. There is a noise cancelling option on these but I'm not convinced it does the job that many will expect compared to 'deep ear' IEMS with ANC options.
Whether you like to hear your surroundings or be enveloped in background silence will be personal preference but the advantage of the design of these is that they are very comfortable and do not provide ear fatigue during extended usage.
Controls work great - slide on the stalks for volume and presses for track skip and play /pause etc all function as expected.
Mic quality is very good from my experience also.
Finally, probably the most important part, sound quality. I'm actually blown away by these - they fit my sound preferences almost perfectly via the Balanced eq but absolute hit the spot with a couple of very minor in app eq tweaks. No overblown bass, but still enough tight and punchy bass for the music I listen to coupled with plenty of details in the mids and treble region without ever sounding harsh or artificial.
Overall, these are highly recommended and have comfortably exceeded my expectations.
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 5
title: Seamless connection, great fit and sound
detailedReviews 77: content: Best Feature:Swipe up/down volume control, voice detect that automatically switches to ambient mode when you talk.
Performance:Coming from samsung buds 2, i can feel the instruments are clearer even with the bass, even at high volume.
It feels better to have another buds from samsung, its already hard to switch to other buds when you tried samsung buds or airpods pro 2. I considered getting the buds 3 pro for the samsung ecosystem, and it somewhat feels and sounds better than the airpods pro 2, for mic id probably say its somewhat better slightly than the airpods pro 2 and transparency i might still give the airpods pro 2 the edge but its very close! You can still adjust it on the settings depending on how loud or clear you want the ambient/transparency mode to be. I opted to buy the sony xm5 headphones but i was very hesitant to do it because its hard to wear headphones on a hot weather and carry it everytime so i decided to go for this buds instead because its more practical to carry around and use anytime,anywhere. Btw the noise cancelling is actually good compared to my buds 2, i dont usually use it but when i do, it does feel like everything goes blank.. ofc expect some noises or slight sounds if its really loud but it does get the job done when its very loud on your surroundings. I might still get the xm5 soon or probably not.. who knows?? I guess ill decide if this will be more than enough for me for a day to day use and if it will satisfy me enough before christmas. Having the buds 2 and buds 3 pro feels like a good combo already, you can switch simultaneously and charge the other one vice versa. So i think it will be a 50/50 unless someone will really be able to convince me into getting the headphones, but i kinda feel like the quality is not much of a wow factor to make me buy one, the buds 3 pro may not be as top notch as the sony xm5 headphones but it gets the job done and its more practical to have it around so i guess it will vary depending on my mood or impulsive decision making XD.
Anyways thank you gobuymall!! It's a good experience whenever i buy from this shop, cheap and authentic, hope to order more in this store soon!
Thank you!
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 5
title: Clear instruments, good ANC, better than AirPods Pro 2
detailedReviews 78: content: I upgraded from Galaxy Buds Pro to Galaxy Buds Pro 3 (Great return value for my Buds Pro $100). I loved my buds pro, but had a few issues with it, like it slipping out of my ear if my head was sideways and having a hard time answering or hanging up on calls using the headset. Both those issues were fixed with this one! It fits very comfortable in my ear(s) and does not shift or slide at all when I tilt my head. I tried to shake my head and do a little run (Very short run, it's to hot), stayed really secure in my ear. The new options available in Galaxy Wearable APP are amazing also, the ability to custom adjust ambient sound by going through essentially a hearing test and it actually working was amazing!! All the settings I played with worked really well. The ability to answer/hang-up works pretty good now and the additional ability to adjust volume allows me to be way more handsfree with my phone then before. I watched a lot of you tube video reviews and half of the reviewers complained about the triangular shape of the arm being awkward, but I found it very comfortable to pinch and they don't tell you that the unit has a slight click when pressed successfully. The headset did not move on me when I pinched and adjust volume with the headset. I set the LED to blink mode, I'm indifferent between blink and ON, not a fan of fade, more like slow blink then fade.
The add-on protective case fits very snug to this unit and definitely feels like it will protect my headsets case really well (really well), does not add much mass to the unit as a whole. It does have a small gap in the back to allow the covers joints to move, I imagine over time dust can collect in that area and need me to remove the charger from the case to clean after time, not a deal breaker however. It would have been nice if the protective cover increased it's IP rating, especially for the high price there asking for (I got the protective case as a bonus free add-on, I would not have paid $30 for it). FYI: The protective case top cap hinges are plastic instead of metal pins.
Since I purchased this pre-release, I can expect new updates and improvement for a long time!
I have only had this unit for 1 week, so no comment on long term use or reliability, except to say my Buds Pro are pretty much like new 3.6 years later
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 5
title: Comfortable fit, amazing app features
detailedReviews 79: content: I have used many earbuds, including the predecessors to these (the Galaxy Buds2 Pro), and their main 'white' competitor.
The Galaxy Buds3 Pro are a big improvement on the Buds2 Pro both in music sound quality and in using the microphone for calls particularly in noisier environments. In fact when making calls whilst walking down a busy road with lots of traffic noise the caller could only hear my voice and nothing else which was extremely good.
For me, they fit perfectly although I did change one of the earbud tips for the larger size to get a more comfortable fit. Battery life is excellent, I would say slightly better than the Buds 2 pro. They are easy to remove from the case and then put back in again, and also easy to place in your ears comfortably.
I own several Samsung products including Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy S23 Ultra and Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 laptop. The Buds3 Pro auto switch between these devices a lot faster and more reliably than the Buds2 Pro did, so that is a big improvement too.
The two things I don't like about these buds are that I find wearing them for a long period of time causes a pressure-like buildup in my ears and makes them uncomfortable after an hour or so of wearing. I can take them out for a few minutes and then replace them and they are fine again but it's the only pair of earbuds that I have owned which have this problem. Also comparing these against their 'white' competitors, the sound is inferior, but not by much. It just sounds a little over artificially processed in the Buds 3 Pro.
Overall though if you own a Samsung phone, tablet or laptop, these are by far the best option on the market, and I would also say probably the market leader in terms of call quality in noisy environments.
Overall I am very happy and really enjoy using these buds and would highly recommend them.
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 4
title: Big improvement on Buds2 Pro, great call quality
detailedReviews 80: content: First of all, the quality is apparent in these earbuds. The case and the buds themselves look nice. Although the case consists of shiny “metallic” plastic and the lid is clear plastic, both of which seem like they would show scratches easily. Still, I always put my buds in a protective sleeve to keep them looking like new., so this is not an issue to me. The buds are even labeled with red and white stripes so that you can identify the right from the left. I am sure that it is no coincidence that it uses the same colors that were common on RCA plugs on audio equipment in the last millennium. There is a USB-C charging jack on the bottom, but the case also features wireless charging, which is very convenient.
The phone that I tested these earbuds with was a Google Pixel 8a, which is fairly recent. Upon opening the buds, I was NOT automatically prompted to pair them, but had to go through the usual manual pair process. The manual suggests that the pairing process is much more automated if you are using a Samsung phone, but no such love for users of other brands. After pairing, they just worked, although the controls were not obvious. It seems that the “Galaxy Wear” app is needed, and it would have been nice if a note to that effect were included in the box. Still, once you download the app, everything becomes clearer. The stems of the earbuds feature a button area that you can push, or you can slide your finger up or down the stem to control the volume. Once you know how to do it by consulting the instructions in the app, the controls are easy to use.
But the real test of audio equipment is how it sounds, and these sound great. I prefer a nice balanced sound, and these buds deliver. However, if you prefer something different, there is a customizable nine-band equalizer! This is a GREAT feature for those who prefer a different sound for different use cases; bass-heavy for music, boost the mids for podcasts, etc.
The other standout feature is the noise canceling, which works very well. You can turn it off, have it on (with variable strength set through the app), use “adaptive” where it turns itself off if you speak or if a siren is detected, and the final setting is “ambient sound” where the external microphones pipe the environmental noise to your ears so that you can maintain some awareness of your surroundings.
Finally, the manual suggests that there is a live translation feature that will allow you to understand other languages. However, it would appear that this is only an option on Samsung phones, as I could not find a way to enable it.
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 5
title: Great sound, excellent noise canceling
detailedReviews 81: content: The pairing process is incredibly quick. Just moments after taking the Buds3 Pro out of the case, they were automatically connected to my Samsung S24 Ultra, ready for testing. Their lightweight design combined with an ergonomic shape makes them comfortable to wear. Even though I'm generally not a fan of earbuds with a stem, I found the Buds3 Pro quite pleasant to use.
The controls are somewhat unconventional. To pause or switch modes, you need to squeeze or hold the stem. I don’t mind this approach, though. Additionally, the Galaxy Buds3 Pro offers a control feature where pulling the stem adjusts settings, although it’s not the most convenient method, which is why I mostly control them through my smartphone. They provide clear audio, and I’ve made several voice calls using them, with the sound quality being well-managed by the device.
The active noise cancellation (ANC) feature operates in three modes: sound transparency, adaptive mode, and full noise cancellation. There are some features exclusive to Samsung devices that enhance the user experience. For instance, while recording video on my Samsung S24 Ultra, the earbuds' microphones can be used to capture higher-quality audio. Another Galaxy-exclusive feature is the AI translator. Lastly, regarding battery life, the Buds3 Pro lasts around 6 hours on a single charge. The case can recharge the earbuds fully about four times. You can charge the case using a USB Type-C cable or wirelessly, which is especially handy if you have a wireless charger in your car.
marketplace: google
source: google
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starRating: 5
title: Lightweight, comfortable, clear audio for calls
detailedReviews 82: content: Here is my honest review about this ear buds (i come from using airpods for at least 3 years). I gotta say the airpods are better than this earbuds (and I hate to admit that to be honest, I'm a long term user of android, I only changed to apple for about almost 4 years).
The buds 3 pro are not bad persay, they are pretty decent, they do have good sound, i did compare them to my airpods and yes, airpods do cut out outside noise better than the buds 3, the ANC on airpods quite frankly works WAY better on the airpods than on this buds as well. So. I am slightly dissapointed on that.
I haven't had issues with calls so far, buttons work, I haven't had music stop on me, and most of all (which happened super often with my airpods and it was VERY annoying), my buds currently do not disconnect from my S25 ultra.
Battery wise I cannot say much cause I haven't really given my buds time to die, but i probably should to rest how long they last. I barely got them, so i guess i should charge then for now and then wait throughout the week to see how they hold up.
Built wise, i don't believe they feel cheap, they feel almost like my airpods, i like them, the case I also like, it feels well built.
Sound on the buds, i can't say it's bad, but i also can't say is amazing. I think the airpods 2 pro are still better, it has slightly better sound than the buds 3 pro. As a matter of fact, I believe my beats studio even have better sound than my buds 3 pro.
The only reason I got my pair was due to the features the buds come with together with the Samsung phone, it's just to make my life a little easier. I did end up returning my first pair and it seems like this one is a bit better. I also wanted to take advantage of the discount and my $10 reward, so at least i didn't break the bank too much with this discounts.
Overall they are good earbuds, just not the best in my personal opinion. Airpods 2 pro unfortunately still sound better, but can't be used on S25 ultra like I'd like to. Hopefully software for the buds 3 pro can make the sound way better and the ANC better cause even if it doesn't suppose to mute the world outside, i definitely cannot hear ANYTHING with my airpods 2 pro, to the point that someone had to tap me to get my attention. That's the type of ANC that I want, on the buds 3 pro, I can still hear the outside world, even if slightly; and i dont want that. I'm trying to block the outside world to be able to concentrate on what I'm doing. I used to be able to do that with my airpods with no issue, so i hope the buds 3 pro gets a software that can do that exactly.
Overall, like I said, good earbuds. Maybe not worth $250 so if possible, get them when they are on sale. I saved myself around $75 which is not too bad.
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starRating: 4
title: Good sound, ANC better on AirPods Pro 2
detailedReviews 83: content: I've previously had the Galaxy Buds FE. They were a good set of earbuds, but I wanted to see how the Buds3 Pro faired against them. The Galaxy Buds3 Pro are better in quite a few ways.
Firstly, the sound quality out of the box is better. It's crisper and slightly punchier in the lower frequencies. Not only that, but unlike the Buds FE, you can change the equaliser to your liking rather than only having presets, which I did, and the audio quality is now much better. The planar drivers help with the sound as well compared to one driver. Also, while not available yet until One UI 6.1.1 is released, Samsung's proprietary codec (SCC) for the Buds3 Pro will be able to go up to 24 bits at 96kHz as opposed to only 48kHz, meaning the sound quality will be even better if you have a keen ear and use something like Tidal. They are also a comfortable fit once you find the correct size of ear tips.
The active noise-cancelling is also better. Being able to automatically adjust the noise-cancelling according to the environment can come in useful too, as well as the voice and siren detection (though I've turn siren detection off so as to not be deafened by them).
Setup was no different to the Galaxy Buds FE; it was still just as easy: just open the case while near to your Galaxy phone, and when the phone is unlocked, it will automatically detect the earbuds without you having to go into your Bluetooth settings.
Overall, I'm impressed with these earbuds. They are comfy, have good audio quality and ANC, and connect easily with no dropouts so far. I haven't tested the battery life, so I can't say much about it, but seven hours with ANC off isn't too bad; and even six with it turned on is more than acceptable.
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starRating: 5
title: Better sound quality than Buds FE
detailedReviews 84: content: Samsung’s Galaxy Buds3 Pro is a perfect companion to Samsung’s own phones or, with various features maybe less accessible, other Android phones or even Apple if that’s your desire. These earbuds are immediately enjoyable with a user adjustable set of environmental controls, including ambient sound management or noise cancellation, much of it fully automated. You may mistakenly conclude that there is nothing going on once you’re underway in a listening session. But, the Galaxy Buds3 Pro “Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation” is making decisions about switching the background on or off, noise reduction etc, all without continuous user input if you enable these settings. It’s very useful when the Buds3 Pro get it right. Sometimes they conflict with my needs in the moment, but these features are easily disabled if you prefer. I love a built-in equalizer, which, again, may be available or not you depending on the device to which the earbuds are connected. Samsung has also added an adaptive component to this feature which should accommodate how loose or snug we insert our eartips.
Features: In the box, along with the very attractive clear top case, is a charging cable (USB-C).The pocketable case has a charging button on the bottom and can be charged directly using the cable with a charger you provide. It can also be placed on a wireless charging pad. The extra eartips included in the box are easily popped off or on to the earbud body. The earbuds have embedded LEDs that can be turned on and customized a bit. A younger me would have loved this feature. I’m not inclined to attract attention to my earwear, but, on the other hand, it does serve as a warning to a stranger trying to talk to you. The Galaxy Buds3 Pro are IP67 water resistant.
I was not able to try it out, but these earbuds offer the ability, when used with a Samsung phone and the phone App along with live translate to play real-time translation through the buds.
PERFORMANCE: The bottom line for most users is how these sound. Choose the right eartips and achieve a good fit and the bass is outstanding. Voices are very natural sounding and a bit forward without equalization. I thought the highs were not quite as airy as I prefer, but they were also clean and detailed. Phone calls were high quality with the other party not realizing I was using earbuds.
My ears have only limited success with this design, where a snug fit is required. Press too far in, and they hurt; leave a bit loose and they’re falling out. So, fit and comfort is a mixed bag for me. I also struggled a bit getting these to work with a second device. An Android tablet is still balking completely. I’ve got to work that out. The final calculation has the Galaxy Buds3 Pro in the premium category, with the feature set outstanding, the performance above average and overall usability (for me) at average. I can recommend these with some minor caveats.
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starRating: 4
title: Outstanding bass, natural voices, IP67 water resistant
detailedReviews 85: content: So I have been using my buds3 pro's for about 5 months now and they have held up very well considering what I've put them through. I use them at work unloading and loading heavy items so I can get pretty sweaty sometimes. I use them when I workout, once again sweat factor hasn't phased them at all. One thing I definitely noticed coming from Bose QuietComfort Ultra is the sound quality of these are better on almost every level, especially mid to high range frequencies. Bose has a bit more punchy bass, almost to much bass. One thing I absolutely love is how seamlessly they can be used from all my samsung products. I have phone, watch and TV all samsung and these cycle thru all of them without skipping a beat. The voice controls are really nice as well especially when my hands are full and I need to answer a call or switch over to Adaptive Mode sound profile. If you have a samsung phone I highly recommend you grab a pair of these if not just for the Galaxy AI features that can be used by the headphones like live interpreter. I have a foreign roommate and we tested out the live interpreter cause I mean cmon, it sounds like to good to be true right. And while it did get some words wrong I will say it was about 90%-95% accurate. I would feel confident taking these on a trip somewhere and be able to communicate more fluently. These also keep very connection to whatever they are linked to, i have used other earbuds and they had horrible connectivity. I could go on and on about these.
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starRating: 4
title: Better sound than Bose, seamless Samsung integration
detailedReviews 86: content: I thoroughly enjoyed using my previous two pair of Galaxy Buds. When the Buds3 Pro were released, I was taken aback by the design change. I'm not a fan of stems. Never really have been. Upon first opening the case, their removal is somewhat less than intuitive, but after a few days or so I was able to adjust. It's still occasionally tricky, if I'm in a rush, which I usually am, but overall they're fine. The microphone quality has improved, while not quite *perfect* yet, putting it in a stem was probably the best way to go to address the issue. Sound quality has also improved, as we should expect from each successive Samsung audio product. Their incorporation of Galaxy AI is extremely intuitive to navigate, and helpful in assisting in the completion of many various tasks throughout the day. I find having a slider for volume control on the stem is easier to operate than finding where to tap on the previous version of the Buds, then having to tap correctly while in motion (which can be more difficult than it sounds). A nice little surprise is the lights along each blade. In normal circumstances, this would indicate to others you are listening to music or in a phone call, however people aren't as observant as they used to be. As always, there is even a wide selection of cases to keep your Buds safe. Overall these are an acceptable, yet slightly underwhelming improvement, apart from the drastic design change.
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starRating: 4
title: Improved microphone quality, acceptable but underwhelming
detailedReviews 87: content: Likes:
The buds sit well in the ear. I had airpod pros for years, so I was accustomed to their shape. I have had no issue keepimg them in my ear for long periods of time, the only issues arising becaise I just haven't cleaned my ears in a bit.
The sound quality is wonderful and the noise cancelling just edges the airpod pros, although one would be best off using the "dynamic" EQ setting, as "balanced" sounds markedly worse out of the box.
The controls: They work well! The shape of the stems, which I thought would hinder the controls on the buds, actually doesn't bother it at all. I'm easily able to pause music, adjust the volume, or turn on noise cancelling mode without trouble.
The negatives:
The design is atrocious. I understand that a shot-for-shot remake of the air pods design couldn't be done, but the geometric shape? This ain't it. I've owned the buds for only a short time and have had a dozen moments of dropping the buds taking them out or putting them into the case with how tight the shape has to fit in the case. Any edge not exactly hitting the right side and the buds will shoot off to a side and you drop them. The only reason this doesn't take 2 stars from my review is because the buds work well once you get past taking them out or putting them back in.
The battery life is reasonable, if not a bit disappointing. I'm getting nearly 4.5 hours of time without placing them back in the case. That's fine enough with me not needing them for that long at any one time, but technology has been out there long enough to see buds perform as well and have longer battery. I think Samsung has been lazy with their innovation on that side, instead hitting the AI-train harder than the foundational benefits of a good earbud.
The AI: AI as a concept is pretty neat, and I've been receptive to the Galaxy phones using more of it. I find it relatively helpful. For the buds, though? I don't see any practical use of the "real-time-translation" feature, which was their headline feature. I'm not out in various countries speaking to multiple languages daily. Sadly, their mainstay AI feature is more of a novelty that would see more practical use in the far-out, space fantasy novels where they took inspiration from.
Connectivity:
This isn't a glaring concern, but enough to mention. Multiple times when I'm in a mode (ANC/hear-through) the mode will shift to where one bud will turn it off, like it's not in my ear. It goes back to where it should be after an adjustment. I'm unsure if this is a "fit issue," but it does get annoying having to adjust again and again to get the ANC I'd like.
Overall, the buds are good buds. I purchased these because of the nice integration with my S25, and that does drive home a lot of positives for me. Had this been a neutral phone, I still feel that my old airpod pros 2 were the better buds, even if pure sound quality is lesser.
As much grief as apple deserves for so much, they iron out issues. It's a bit surprising that the design and connection issues went through so much QC and no one thought to sit down and rework some of the glaring issues for the user experience.
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starRating: 4
title: Good sound, ANC edges AirPods Pro 2
detailedReviews 88: content: These earbuds have very good sound quality when taking the price into consideration. The sound is very clear, and the low frequencies sound great without any distortion. Using the EQ function on my app, I can get a great sound profile on these Galaxy Buds2. These buds have great active noise cancelling. They have an ANC system that can cut down more of the various sounds around me. They do great at blocking out much of the general noise around me at the gym, and also minimize high pitch sounds around me when walking in the city.
When the over-the-air update revised my buds, the new Galaxy AI features were added. Specifically, Live Translation and Interpretation were added, so I can use these to help with a real-time conversation in a foreign language.
These have an IPX7 rating. Basically, they're sweet proof, rain proof and splash proof; which you don't really have to worry when you're using them during exercise or when you're in rainy weather.
The only downside for me is the 4.7-hour continuous battery life. I would really prefer a few hours longer continuous playback time so that I wouldn't have to stop and charge them before my day with these is up.
These are fair for phone calls. The integrated mic can record my voice clearly but has difficulty separating speech from ambient noise. As a result, if you're taking a call in a moderately noisy environment like a gym or a busy street, the person on the other end of the line might not hear you very well.
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starRating: 4
title: Good sound quality, great ANC, IPX7 rating
detailedReviews 89: content: I’ve been in the Samsung/Android ecosystem for over a decade. I almost universally love Samsung products (televisions, phones, tablets, earbuds) and appreciate their consistent quality and thoughtfulness of design. To say I’m frustrated and disappointed by my Galaxy Buds3 Pro experience is a colossal understatement.
I spent an entire evening trying unsuccessfully to get a good fit and proper seal with the Galaxy Buds3 Pro. No combination of tips and twists or turns could get them correctly seated and sealed. Needless to say, an improper seal kills sound quality. What I heard sounded accurate, but it is not fair to comment on audio quality and it is near impossible to construct an earbud review based on such limited information.
The silicone earbud tips are securely attached to the earbud body – so much so, that after hours if changing tips back and forth in search of the right fit, my fingertips were sore from the effort. I can say that they are certainly durable. I expected something to tear or separate; it did not.
Charging the earbuds took less than an hour. If you don’t have the Samsung Wear app installed, you should install it before opening the case. Connection to the Galaxy Buds3 Pro was quick and seamless and the user is guided through the setup process. There is a plethora of settings to explore, but I only dug as deep as settings for noise cancelling, EQ, and an earbud fit test.
I struggled with the touch/pinch/hold controls for the earbuds. They just never seemed to be consistent. I imagine that, given time, I might get the knack for it and their function might become more natural. Perhaps my hands are too large? I can’t say.
Everything that I have read about the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro is overwhelmingly positive, and I know my experience is an exception. I guess some things just aren’t meant to be.
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starRating: 3
title: Comfortable, good sound, but difficult fit
detailedReviews 90: content: Product Quality:Great
Best Feature:Ease of pairing with samsung devices
Performance:Ok out of the box, but needs EQ
These are pretty good but has too much bass at its stock settings in my opinion. I adjusted it with the EQ and used the settings above. The settings I'm using are close to neutral but are adjusted so female vocals don't sound as muddy and has slightly more bass than neutral.
If you are interested in neutral tuning though, there is a reddit post that has a good EQ setting. Just search "Galaxy Budd 3 Pro Audiophile Perspective."
Overall, they are pretty good. The quality is great and feels very premium. I might update this review after prolonged use, but that's only if I find any issues.
Update:
Ok, I've had them for about a week and found some issues using them. The first is the charging indicator. Its not really that big of a gripe, I just found it unintuitive. So basically you don't really know if the buds are done charging until you press the button below. It does save some power, making sure all the case's battery is for the buds themselves so it's not a big deal.
The second one is that after every run, I keep encountering issues regarding the charging. They won't charge until you clean both the buds and the contacts in the case. Even after that it sometimes still won't charge. This is very frustrating given that they are IP57 rated, yet have issue when exposed to sweat. You have to make sure they are thoroughly cleaned and dried before they will charge. This is also a common issue that many buds3 pro users face if you look it up online.
Lastly, given how there are so many people having issues with the buds and the lack of demand for them, there are not a lot of aftermarket options for eartips. The ones provided are good, but they can be better. The stock eartips doesn't really seal my left ear all too well, but that's a personal issue as my left ear is a ML size and the right is a L. Usually aftermarket eartips are the solution for that, but as of writing, there are no good and readily available options.
With all of that, would I buy these earbuds again? Probably no, there are better options in the market.
Are they even good? Yes they are good, especially if you have a samsung device. However, I would advise to keep their use strictly for either just listening to music at home or during commute. Using them for exercise is not for everyone, especially with the charging issue.
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starRating: 3
title: Good sound, but charging issues with sweat
detailedReviews 91: content: This is a great pair of earbuds in terms of sound - the treble and bass are crisp and the music definitely benefits from be technology used. The active noise cancellation (ANC) is very effective and helps me focus on my work without distraction. The design is sharp and sleek, with a strong case and sturdy build.
A lot of the advertised features (checking fit, adjusting sound, troubleshooting) require the Buds app - but this isn’t available on my phone.
There are no support instructions included in the box so I’ve done some online research to bring myself up to speed. The gestures take a minute to master but they’re really handy and stop you having to pick up your phone to control your sound.
The buds fit my ears well, which is fortunate because they don’t come with additional bud heads in the box.
As much as the sound quality is good, the active noise cancellation (ANC) sometimes zones in and out as I use the earbuds, which sounds a tone every time it happens - it can be quite distracting.
Finally, the microphone quality is good for calls and voice notes - but I’ve had people asking me to repeat myself a couple of times.
I think these are a great set of earbuds but I think you need a Samsung phone to get the most from them.
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starRating: 4
title: Great sound, ANC, but needs Samsung phone
detailedReviews 92: content: Samsung is getting better on their ear buds but I can't say their 5 star better just yet. Love the voice controls and improved sound. The adaptive noise canceling is good but not at the level that I know Samsung can get to with features like this. The AI or Smart Features (aside from voice control) are okay but struggle to perform effectively as advertised or described. The main issue Im having is the fit. Yes they provide the 3 basic ear bud sizes but somehow its either too small for snug fit or next size up is too large to fit securely in my ear. I tell myself its just me and my awkard ear holes (I can only assume, never looked at my ear holes or compared to other peoples ear holes), but after a while, it starts to feel like its them and not me. Like a new relationship where you want it to work out so much cause you really like them so any issues or red flags, you just tell yourself that it must be me. Only to figure out later on that they were nuttier than squirrel turds which means the diet, working out, farting outdoors only, pooping with door closed, and cutting your video game time by 75% was a complete waste of effort and time. So.....yeah, what was I talking about? Oh yeah, the ear buds; in conclusion , they are great but they dont fit me very well and they dont cancel out the sounds of my tears at night, so 4 stars!
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starRating: 4
title: Great sound, but fit and AI struggle
detailedReviews 93: content: The Buds3 Pro offer great sound and looks at a great price compared to similar buds on the market. The base, treble, and AI/Voice features offer great hands free opportunities I've not experienced elsewhere. The legacy gestures, software gripe, and loose fitting are what keep these from being perfect.
Having the voice and AI controls are a great touch, but I lose that control when I'm in loud environments, such as mowing the lawn or walking down a busy street. Previous versions of the Buds offered gestures to adjust volume, skip songs, etc. with taps, something that should have carried into the Buds3.
Software wise, my main gripe is the inability to enable the blade lights in the app, or to have a "default on" option. Everything else can be controlled in the app, but you have to take the buds out of your ear to turn on the light, only to then have the app notify you that the lights are on is frankly stupid.
Finally, the Buds 3 have a harder time staying in my ear compared to the Buds2 Pros. It could be the stem or the ear material, but a hard move or accidental graze could knock these right out.
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starRating: 4
title: Great sound, AI features, but loose fitting
detailedReviews 94: content: The headphones provide about 3 hours usage before the need to charge them. This is with ANC on or in transparency mode. Thats pretty bad. So i usually have back ups. The backups last about the same time, so i cant be mad at Samsung, but they can do better. The price of the headphones is great, especially when you can trade in one for another. ANC works pretty great but its not as good as my Sonys. Transparency mode works well given that you can set the music to pause if you speak. The problem with this feature is if your a person that talks to yourself or likes to sing along with the song playing, then you will hate that feature. If they have the option like sennheiser momentum 4 that allows you to press the headphones and the music stops, while going into transparency mode, that feature would be so much better. The buttons on stems sucks because you have to search to the button and pinch. Theres plenty of times i pinch the wrong area to pause or skip tracks. Touch sensitive buttons would have worked fine. The case seems to be pretty cheap and the color choices are lacking. All in all the sound quality is pretty good and i would say that it compares to my Sony and pixel earbuds.
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starRating: 4
title: Good sound quality, ANC not as good as Sony
detailedReviews 95: content: a 3.5 so far. sound is good and the customizations of each bud is great. whether it be auto-switching between 'sound canceling' and not (for example, a person starts talking to you, the headphones will let their outside voice in and over your music). i think its a great feature but if you like to sing... its awful. once you say a few words, the headphones think youre in conversation and lowers the volume way down-you can pinch one of the buds to cancel this but to do so gets annoying. you could also make it so noise canceling is always on or off as a workaround but you lose the value of the option. i havent used the live translation on a call or in person but i am really hoping it is a smooth and useful experience-a main reason i purchased these. my previous go-to headphones were/are the Beats Flex in- ear, wireless (behind the neck connected). i liked the ability to take an ear bud out and carry on without interruption which the samsung bud3s mimic-i just cannot literally 'drop' it like i could with the kind that has the around-the-neck connection. and because the default basic setting are programmed to both buds, you can use one while the other charges, and so forth. the battery life is fair. as i test and adjust the settings, i believe they last for about 4 hours. i have not yet fully tested the battery life as i adjust settings and use more. the samsung wearable app is key. it can be confusing to know what the battery life is of each bud and the charging case without the app.
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starRating: 3
title: Good sound, but battery life is fair
detailedReviews 96: content: The Galaxy Buds Pro 3 are truly solid, but if I'm comparing them up against past models, I wouldn’t call them the best in the lineup.
What really shines is how well they work within Samsung’s ecosystem. I currently have my buds paired to my Galaxy S23 ultra, Galaxy watch 6 classic and my Samsung Odyssey G6 smart monitor. If you’re using a Samsung phone, tablet, or watch, the integration is seamless. The app functionality is smooth, and switching between devices feels effortless.
Noise canceling has improved a lot after the latest software update, but if I’m keeping it real, I still think the previous bean-shaped Buds Pro 2 had better ANC. It’s not bad terrible, just not quite as strong as before.
Now, sound quality? No complaints at all. I tested them out with Maxwell’s Ascension and Prince’s When Doves Cry on YouTube Music, and both tracks sounded crisp. If anything, they hit better when using 360 Audio with the balanced setting. The Wear app gives you plenty of EQ presets: Dynamic, Balanced, Warm, Clear, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, and Custom. You can tweak the sound to your liking.
SB**: This is my second pair because I lost my previous charging case so I would recommend a better "Find My" feature. **
Bottom line? If you’re deep in the Samsung ecosystem, these are a great pick. They sound good, have plenty of customization options, and work seamlessly with other Samsung devices. Are they the best Galaxy Buds ever? No, but they’re still worth considering.
Rating: 4/5
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starRating: 4
title: Solid, but not the best in lineup
detailedReviews 97: content: Reacts heavily to wind, clicking noises, and anything touching the ear buds. Case randomly doesn't charge one of the ear buds. Noise cancelling works well if you adjust the settings to not react to ambient noises otherwise it's constantly dropping out your audio so you can hear random noises instead...
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title: Reacts to wind, clicking noises, charging issues
detailedReviews 98: content: Earbuds are ok, but I was expecting a higher sound quality. Case battery won't last as expected.
marketplace: sharafdg
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title: Ok earbuds, expecting higher sound quality
detailedReviews 99: content: Sound is really good. After you use them for an hour and go to put them in the charging case they won't charge. Wait an hour and put them in then they charge, very annoying. Had to have one pair completely replaced after less than 2 weeks due to not charging either bud at all.
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title: Won't charge after an hour, very annoying
detailedReviews 100: content: These could have been even better.
Fantastic sounding earbuds for music, almost as good as flagship Sony WF-1000XM5, however there are drawbacks as most of the innovative features are hidden behind owning the highest end and newest Samsung Galaxy phones. Take those features away, and you are left with earbuds that are good overall, but not worth the somewhat expensive asking price considering the Sony flagship buds do not hide their features to certain users, and have superior build quality in my opinion.
Setup of the earbuds right out of the box is pretty easy, at least if you do not have to swap out the incredibly delicate ear tips. It seems they come out of the box with the M size tips installed, and S and L tips in the box next to the included USB-C charging cable. I personally did not have to change the eartips but you can tell they are very fragile. Follow the included directions very carefully to ensure you don’t accidentally rip them.
The (ANC) noise canceling, providing you get a good fit, is pretty good, though again, it is not as good as other older earbuds at this price point. Call quality and mic pick up in my testing was great however, and everyone I spoke to said I sounded great, and even when walking down a busy street with traffic they told me they couldn’t hear much of anything but my voice.
Luckily one feature which was not left for only top tier Samsung phone devices, is the built-in voice control. Want to stop music… just say out loud - Play Music, Stop Music, Next Song, Previous Song, Volume Up, Volume Down, Answer Call, Reject Call - all of these work great. It is a little weird to get used to, but I think this is awesome (so long as no one is around me). Controlling media otherwise is all done thru the stem on the earbuds if you do not want to do it directly on your phone itself. At first it is very tricky to get used to even putting the buds in, as if you happen to put your fingers over certain parts of the buds, it will make a very loud squeal in your ears. However after a few hours of getting used to where and more importantly where NOT to hold them on insertion, the loud squealing in the ear buds very rarely happens to me now. It is some kind of audio feedback loop that seems to cause this. I also randomly heard this squeal while playing music once. Not sure if it was some kind of dropped bluetooth connection to my Google Pixel 8 phone as it was 30 feet away when this happened. You can also just use the pinch and slide physical controls on the stem, though for me it was a little hard to get used to the pinch controls, though luckily my personal most used control on the stem is just sliding up or down to raise and lower volume, and that feels very natural for me. Pinching requires multiple “pinches” depending what you want to do, but it just didn’t feel right to me. I would much rather just use the voice controls or the phone itself.
The charging case on the Buds Pro 3 is made of some kind of plastic made to look like it is metal. The case door also doesn’t have as strong a closing magnet as most other charging cases at this price point I have used. The case is also very prone to scratches, which I guess Samsung must realize as they also sell their own case for the buds 3 pro case. I personally don’t think this is a huge deal, but at least I would have liked to have had a nicer stronger magnet for when you close it. I am always a bit afraid that the case will open up and the buds will fall out if it happens to get loose in my jeans pocket. It hasn’t happened to me, but I can see it happening as that magnet isn’t all that strong.
Ok.. and here is my biggest gripe with these earbuds considering the price point. The most innovative and unique features are all hidden behind using not only Samsung Galaxy phones, but the newest Galaxy phone at that. The missing features are Interpreter mode - which will listen for foreign language and pipe back in English for you, enhanced audio quality modes over bluetooth, and this one is the one that literally even some much cheaper earbuds offer is multi-point audio. That is right, there is no multi-point audio unless you are on certain Galaxy devices. This means you can only actively be paired to one device at a time. I use earbuds on more than one device at a time, most notably on my laptop and my phone. I cannot do that with these. So, I have to just stick to one at a time, and when I want to change devices I need to move to that other device and that is that. For example, I could be watching a movie or show on my laptop or TV, but I will not get notified if I got an email or text on my phone, or an incoming call on the phone. So, I need to ask someone to hold on as I go to the phone and pair it to talk to them for example. Like I said I have earbuds that cost less than half of this that have multi-point pairing and this just doesn’t sit right with me given the high cost of these earbuds.
Now, the audio quality on these earbuds is really fantastic, especially after setting up some custom equalizer settings. I listened to all kinds of music and there was nothing I didn’t like hearing through these earbuds! They just sound great! They sound close to as good as the Sony WF-1000XM5 in my opinion. Bass is very strong for these and I just need to say these are probably the strongest bass you can get out of earbuds, even the WF-1000XM5 in this case. There is a feature that I also like quite a bit which is called Voice Detect (you can turn it on or off in the Galaxy Wear app). That Voice Detect feature detects if you are speaking it will lower the music to a very low level.
Ok, so for me personally, I wanted to like these a lot more than I do. They sound fantastic, and I can live with the somewhat generic stem style look of these, but given that so many features, most notably that multi-point pairing is missing unless you are on certain Galaxy phones, it is a tough sell at this price point. I think there is more value with other options in this price point that sound just as good. However, if you happen to have the latest Galaxy Phones, this is one of your best options.
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starRating: 3
title: Fantastic sound, but features hidden behind Samsung phones
detailedReviews 101: content: One of the worst earbuds I've purchased. The form factor is outdated but can easily be fixed with some earbud covers. This is more or less a non-issue that can go away with a $7. Sure, it sucks to have to spend more money to make them comfortable, but if they worked as intended it would be well worth it.
The real pain is the firmware which is incredibly buggy. For instance, the built-in software eq that you get in the Samsung Wearable app ONLY applies the eq if one earbud is in. For two, it will disable alltogether. They will clip with no eq boost on volumes well below the safe listening threshold, and the clipping seems to be software guided. The only setting I've found that might cause the issue is sound normalization, which I've toggled on and off for testing. If you turn your volume down to a low level, then hold volume up, you can hear the dampening effect work at a delay between both volume increase and earbud, as the volume will increase in both ears, then the dampening will happen in one ear, then the other after.
I've found other mentions of this issue on the Samsung support forums from 5+ months ago, and other mentions on similar forums referencing the issue occurring nearly 10 months back from the date I am reviewing. The dampening effect seems to be reduced when in adaptive mode, but the audio quality in general also seems to be reduced in this mode.
Unfortunately, this issue didn't start immediately. Otherwise, I would request a refund & find another option. This is especially painful, given the fact that every feature offered with this earbud is offered with others, including the eq, which can be supplemented with apps in the play store if other brands don't happen to include one.
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starRating: 1
title: Buggy firmware, EQ disables with two earbuds
detailedReviews 102: content: A premium pair of earbuds, but with a few quirks. The case and earbuds feel and fit really nice. They have a nice floating feeling in my ear making them among the more comfortable earbuds I've used. Pairing is easy as expected, but to get full functionality and use out of them you need to download the Galaxy Wear app.
The 'stems' on the earbuds are an odd triangular like shape. I found this to be a bit frustrating, because the stems have touch controls ("pinch" and "swipe"), but it's not immediately clear which side of the stem you should be touching, since there isn't tactile difference between the sides. Once you get used to it and remember, it's not so bad, but still sometimes feels a bit fumbly, where it might detect what you meant to be a press/"pinch" gets detected as a swipe and adjusts volume or something.
The odd shape stems also mean its a bit fumbly to get them back in the case as you have to get the angle pretty darn close right from the get-go for them to slide in, otherwise they just fall over. The light on the stem you can control, but oddly they force you to "pinch" both of the stems at the same time to turn them on or off. I don't know why it's not an option in the app (you can only decide if the "gesture" is enabled, and the lighting effect itself).
Sound quality is pretty good and didn't feel dissatisfied in any way, but it does seem to emphasize clarity over a full-sounding sound. This is beneficial for hearing voices, but means in music sometimes some of the high notes stand out more, and the bass is just left behind. It's not a bad sound, but just not super bassy.
Noise canceling was decent, but still plenty of sounds get in from the outside world. This might be because of the light ear fit (which makes them more comfortable, but less muffling). They did well not passing through wind noises though which was really nice when listening to music on a windy day.
Features like the live audio translation only works if using a compatible Galaxy phone. Since I have a Google Pixel, this feature doesn't work, which is a bit disappointing.
Overall, these are a pretty nice pair of earbuds, but I do wonder some of the choices Samsung made.
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starRating: 4
title: Odd triangular stems, sound emphasizes clarity
detailedReviews 103: content: The worst noise canceling you will ever experience on a set of headphones. It's non-existent it's better to have noise canceling turned off you'll hear less noise. Noise canceling literally amplifies things. When you're walking you can hear your feet on the floor better with noise canceling on then you can with the headphones in off. I didn't think I drug my feet and I don't I can just hear them with noise canceling on. And you'll get all kinds of crazy pops and clicks and snaps and whips and constant white noise The white noise never stops. You'll think you're crazy if you have noise canceling on The sounds will just be throwing you off. I constantly cycle through the sound settings when I have noise canceling on because I think that it's in active amplifying mode but it's not it's just bad noise canceling. It's so bad. I just never heard the fan in the bathroom until I walked into the bathroom with the noise canceling on and all of a sudden it's like there's a b in my ear. I can't say enough about how bad these are. I tried using them while mowing the lawn and weed whacking and weed whacking was an extremely bad idea every time the weed wacker hits something it sounds like you're taking gunshots in your ears. The popping over and over is like firecrackers. I swear I've heard a conversation through a wall in a shop with noise canceling on. Couldn't tell exactly what they were saying but I could tell they were having a conversation. When I take the headphones out of my ears I couldn't even tell they were having a conversation. But I could tell they were having a conversation with noise canceling on because noise canceling was giving me a counter noise to their voice that sounded like their voice but it was not their voice it was just a weird noise to counter their voice that really wasn't very loud behind that wall.
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starRating: 1
title: Worst noise canceling, amplifies sounds
detailedReviews 104: content: These are probably one of the best sounding pairs of earbuds I have heard, but they are hampered by poor design.
In the box you get the earbuds, case (with built in battery for charging) a short charging cable and 2 sets of different sized ear tips.
I found the charging case to feel a little cheap for a premium set of earbuds. It works, it gets the job done, but I feel like if I dropped it on the concrete it would shatter. The earbuds themselves are, well, extremely slippery! I can’t tell you how many times these things slipped out of my hands while getting them in and out of the case or trying to get them in my ears. I don’t know what Samsung could have done to help this, but I had a really hard time holding on to these little buggers!
Getting them paired to my phone and the Samsung Wearables app was very easy to do. In the app you can control a lot of customization options. You can change the light pattern on the “blades” and control what happens when you swipe or touch them in a certain way. There is also sound customization EQ options as well. You can tailor these buds to your exact listening preferences. In the app you can also tune the noise cancelling to your liking as well. There are 3 different noise cancelling settings as well as completely off. Within each of those settings you can also control the intensity of it as well. I found when sitting still or walking around the noise cancelling works pretty good, although any sound that did get through such as typing on a keyboard had a very high-pitched tone to it. If you plan to wear these where there is any kind of wind, forget about the noise cancelling. It is pretty bad when riding a bike or anything where the wind blows a lot. I had to turn the noise cancelling completely off in those situations to make them listenable.
That brings me to my next, and biggest problem with these ear buds, the fit! I know everyone’s ears are different, but for the life of me I could not get these ear buds to fit in my ear easily and repeat it whenever I put them in. I found myself constantly messing around with them trying to get a good seal on my ear, and when you touch them to adjust them, it often times activates the touch controls which can make for a very frustrating experience. I would think if they went in the ear a little deeper and had a foam tip option these would work a lot better! Sometimes copying another company’s design isn’t always the best thing to do! These do have voice control, but if there is a lot of ambient noise or wind they don’t work very well and you almost have to shout to get it to work. I got some strange looks when I was out riding my bike with these in and I was yelling “next track” or “volume up” as I rode by people. The swipes and things on the blades do work pretty well, but as I stated before if you adjust the buds a lot like I had to do, it can easily trigger unwanted things to happen.
With all that said, if you are in the right environment, and get these situated in your ears just so, it is actually a great experience. I found these earbuds to sound amazing. Good thumping bass, nice amount of high end and mids as well. The EQ options allow you to tailor the sound perfectly for what you like. I think if they went back to the drawing board on the design and try to pave their own path instead of copying another companies design they could make a pretty amazing set of earbuds. For right now though, I can’t recommend these because the negatives outweigh the positives
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starRating: 3
title: Hampered by poor design, slippery earbuds
detailedReviews 105: content: My experience with the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro thus far has been a tale of two experiences; one of great sound quality, and one of frustrating software bugs/glitches. For me, they could be the new standard bearers for wireless ear buds in the industry if not for the issues...
I'll start this review off with the good. Overall, I've found the Buds 3 Pro buds to have VERY good sound quality, including noise cancellation. I've not taken these on a plane yet, which would be a true test, but in my usage, they do very well to filter out background noise. Beyond this, though, general sound quality is also great to my ears, providing a solid soundscape with a very present and effective low end. This can be aided even further by using the Wearables app to tweak the eq to a number of different curves, and also to tweak the features of the buds as well. Finally, the buds are very comfortable for my ears. They fit well and don't cause much in the way of discomfort over hours of consecutive use. So in a few important senses, these buds are very good. However...
The number of bugs has made it honestly a chore to use the buds over the past week. There are a number of bugs to discuss here; issues with connectivity, issues with only one of the buds playing sound, issues with the sound mode seemingly changing randomly, etc. These have cropped up persistently on every use. In my case, I'm using these with a Pixel 8 Pro... your mileage may vary if you're using a Samsung device, though I'd really hope Samsung wouldn't handicap these if you're not using one of their phones.
Beyond the software bugs, which hopefully can be resolved over time, I have a couple issues with the ergonomics of these that cannot be rectified with updates, which all revolve around what Samsung calls the "blades". The blade system is a bit of a mess for me. The touch controls are hard to use, even after a week. The swipes are hard to execute and the pinch mechanism is difficult to invoke as well (though I very much like the haptic feedback you get when executing either of these controls). Worst of all for me, having the blades makes it difficult to grab these buds when they're in your ear and makes it very difficult to put the buds back in their charging case. To me, this feels like a design decision that was made using an aesthetics-over-functionality mentality. For me, they simply don't work that well and greatly hold the buds back from being daily drivers for me.
Overall, I'm disappointed in my experience with these buds. They nail certain parts of the experience, primarily around sound quality, sound cancellation, and comfortable fit. However, the buds fail for me in a number of important ways as well; aforementioned usage bugs and ergonomic issues. I hope as time goes on, the bugs improve but my issues with the ergonomics of the Blade system will remain.
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starRating: 2
title: Frustrating software bugs and ergonomic issues
detailedReviews 106: content: Well, I was really hoping for more out of these Samsung - Galaxy Buds3 Pro Wireless Earbuds...
The good: Very nice design and a high quality look and feel. The sound is OK (more on that later), but not really any better than several of the other higher-end ear buds I have used from the TIN program.
It was also brilliantly easy to pair with my Samsung Galaxy S 24. I already had the Samsung Wear on my phone for the Galaxy watch so apiring it was as simple as opening the lid for the Buds case. It immedialtely alerted to my phone and I accepted the pairing and I was up and going.
The Wear app has some nifty features including ANC setting, Sound quality and effects, Earbud controls, Earbuds settings and Find My Earbuds. Each of those is pretty self explanatory so I won't go into specifics.
The touch controls in the "blades" work well and are a pretty cool feature but not really any better or worse than others.
OK, so now the "bad":
I am used to (and really, really like) being able to manipulate my earbuds with one hand when removing and replacing the buds bacl to the case. The way these buds and the case are designed, when removing and repllacing the buds, you need to turn them about 180 degrees... I do not llike that. I don't understand why they designed them that way. I know this is probably just a personal thing, but it's worth noting.
Secondly, and again I realize this also is a "me" thing, but even with the largest eartips, they don't feel like they fit well. And to add to that conclusion, when I run the "Fit Test" from the Wear app, they also conclude that it's a poor fit. O know, my big-old man earholes are not most peopes concern, but for us bigger folks, it is dissapointing that the fit negates some of the ANC.
more.
End of the day, they are OK, but for a premium earbud, I would expect
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starRating: 3
title: Awkward case design, poor fit with largest tips
detailedReviews 107: content: The only reason that I shop at Best Buy (instead of purchase through Amazon or direct with a manufacturer) is for the assurance that the product that I purchase will work for a reasonable amount of time under normal circumstances. In the case that something I purchased turns out to be defective, my understanding is that Best Buy would stand by the product they sold, support a loyal customer and replace the defective product for one that works. Best Buy would take on the hassle of dealing with the manufacturer to make things right. Welp, I was sorely mistaken.
Best Buy is not the Customer Friendly organization that I thought they were.
Last week, I was traveling for work and the Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro earbuds that I bought on November 3 of last year (only 9 weeks prior) stopped charging and subsequently working. There were no instances of dropping them or misuse since their purchase. I thought, "It's okay, I bought them Best Buy, they should be able to take care of me and make things right." Fast forward 5 days when I'm back from my work trip. I finally have the opportunity to go to the Best Buy store where I purchased them (Maple Grove, MN) and get this defective product replaced. I was sorely disappointed. Not only would Best Buy not replace them, the manager said that if I paid $50 more for their Best Buy Membership, only then would they maybe be able to do something (but don't forget about the other deals that the membership comes with!!!!). This part I clarified. $50 more to Best Buy, only then would they help me. The manager that I dealt with was also a captain of hindsight reminding me that if I had purchased insurance, he could've helped me. VERY insightful, not at all helpful. I had purchased the last 4 generations of the Galaxy earbuds from Best Buy, all of which still work to this day. Let me reiterate something, I take care of my products. I should not need to purchase extra insurance in case a manufacturer sells a defective product to Best Buy. Best Buy should be there for their customers.
This is not about money. The ONLY reason to shop at Best Buy, good and fair customer service, I realize now does not exist. Going forward, I will be purchasing everything directly from manufacturers if that's who I need to deal with in the case of defective product situations anyway.
I'm writing this for Best Buy's benefit... I hope Best Buy rethinks the way that they refuse to support loyal customers (I could go anywhere to spend my money) because I'd hate to see more people go through this disappointing experience. I'd love to write more, but the manger at the Best Buy in Maple Grove, MN made it very clear (and again I had him clarify this), even though I bought the defective earbuds from Best Buy well less than 3 months prior, Best Buy will pass the buck to me and I must deal with Samsung by myself to get something that works.
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starRating: 1
title: Defective product, poor customer service from Best Buy
detailedReviews 108: content: I've got to start by saying that I love these earbuds by far they are the best earbuds I've ever owned in terms of functionality and features The AI is awesome especially when interpreting Spanish to English. It just so smooth and so fast it's quite incredible I have found a few small issues and one big issue that really kind of throws a stick in my spokes as for smaller issues I feel like I probably just battery life being a little less than anticipated as well as sometimes I do have some distortion but very rarely I also use my earbuds for almost constantly. My biggest concern and issue has been something that's just come off recently which is I lost my charging cradle case and Samsung does sell the charging cradle individually. They advised to just replace the earbuds but given the cost of the earbuds at purchase its totally unreasonable. The only solution that's out there is to buy a used third party case and that just seems questionable for many different reasons but it's the only solution if I want to continue to use these earbuds I'm actually kind of shocked there isn't any other options from Samsung. It really is a shame because I love you so much and I feel like I'm not getting the back end support that a flagship ear bud should offer. I've been a very loyal Samsung customer for last 15 years, every smartphone, tablet, washer dryer and buds have been registered Samsung products. I would have given a 5 star review except this recent issue.
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starRating: 3
title: Lost charging cradle, poor back-end support
detailedReviews 109: content: The new buds 3 pro have become my new favorite headphones. I've had them long enough now to compare them to my buds 2 pro and explore all the new features and they better in almost every way. The new voice controls allow me to control the playback and volume of music effortlessly even in noisy environments like an airplane . It works almost perfectly the first time every time and I am able to speak softly so that others don't even notice. It's really useful when hiking or anytime your hands are occupied. Not a gimmick. The gesture commands are another way to silently send commands to the earbuds if you also have a watch. I almost never have to touch the ear buds to use the touch controls. The fit is the most comfortable of any prior buds although the new form factor is not great for running or other high movemt activities as the buds will fall out. They need a wing top option to hold them in. The sound however is fantastic and the noise canceling is incredible on par with other over the ear headphones I use to travel with. It's a bit awkward to try and use the touch controls while walking or moving as you will pull them out trying to pinch or swipe while moving. The older style buds 2 pro are much better for activity and these are great fir travel or hiking or low activity use cases. You can also interact with galaxy AI while wearing these and it works much better due to the excellent voice recognition.
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starRating: 4
title: Not great for running, awkward touch controls
detailedReviews 110: content: Love the sound. The sound is much better than Airpods Pro 2. The sound from some songs comes out better than Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds, and some songs the sound from Bose is better.
They're very comfortable and much more comfortable than Airpods Pro 2 for sleeping. I need the ANC earbuds while sleeping to block the noise from my partner's snore. That's why I replaced 2 pairs of Airpods Pro 2 with 2 pairs of Samsung Buds3 Pro for sleeping and another pair for the gym to take turn with my Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds and Bose Quietcomfort headphones. I don't like Sony because of the bean shapes.
What I don't like:
I need good ANC earbuds to block the noise from snores, but it's very disappointing because they only REDUCE the noise, not block it, so sometime I still have to put the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds to block the noise, but they're not as comfortable as these Samsung Buds3 Pro. I even could hear his breaths. I really hope Samsung could fix this issue with updates soon.
Colors: I wonder why Samsung only has 2 boring colors for these earbuds. I've bought several Bose QuietComfort earbuds and headphones because of the colors. I hope Samsung will give more colors for these earbuds soon, so I'll be willing to buy more pairs.
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starRating: 4
title: ANC disappointing for blocking snores, boring colors
detailedReviews 111: content: Ticket number 4178678542:
I purchased a Galaxy buds 3 pro back in August 2024. I was aware that Samsung was having quality issues what the buds but I still purchase them. They were okay for the first month but then I started to have charging issues. After a while the charging issues subsided. Then recently my right earbud started to have a high squealing noise that was unbearable. It was like a high pitch sound in my ear. I decided to make a repair request through Samsung and they sent me to uBreakiFix. When I arrive there the representative told me that he was not sure why Samsung was sending customers to their locations since they did not have the tools to fix the buds. I contacted Samsung and they advised me to send the buds so that they could be repaired under warranty. I then get an email from Samsung telling me that the warranty would be voided because they found liquid damage to the cradle of my case. I never submerged my case or my earbuds in water. Also, the case was not the issue it was my earbud which makes me believe Samsung is not trustworthy. I read several threads online with people customers having the same issues that I was having. That basically Samsung was denying The repair under warranty and simply saying it was a liquid damage issue. Samsung now wants me to pay $177 to repair the device which I am not. After spending several hours on the phone and on chat with incompetent representatives of Samsung I get nowhere. I then get an emails telling me that they're sending my earbuds back because of non-payment which is a joke. I've attempted to contact Samsung to speak about the issue that I have with them voiding my warranty but again I got nowhere with the Samsung representatives. This is probably some of the worst customer service I've ever had and I am surprised in Samsung is a big corporation. I've been a Samsung customer for several years but I will no longer be a customer. Samsung has made a poor product and is making the customer suffer because of their downfalls. I will not get these buds replaced and they will go in the trash and my hard earned money will no longer go to Samsung. It is a shame that Samsung failed to make this right after I repeatedly told a representative from the repair center that I wanted to speak to a supervisor and he spoke over me and yelled at me and basically told me that there was no supervisor and hung up. Samsung should be ashamed of themselves for doing this to their loyal customers.
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starRating: 1
title: Unbearable squealing noise, voided warranty for liquid damage
detailedReviews 112: content: I've had three generations of the Galaxy buds. The first was a step in the right direction they were comfortable stayed your ear while running not so much when working out. The second had a more ergonomic design that was made to fit better in the ear. As well as be better for working out but same call quality issues where I sounded muffled because the noise cancelling always over compensated. While this new iteration is a blatant copy of the airpods. The first six months of owning them I've no complaints of the call quality I've had. I sounded clearer and working out with them has been better and worse. It honestly feels like the battery last forever. The only issue is that now I notice that the wear on the batteries is much faster. Which is a bit disappointing actually. I bought these on a day I thought I lost my buds 2, while I am highly impressed with everything so far with these redesigns six months into owning these, the mic quality is still shotty where someone can barely hear me when there is sounds in the background and who knows maybe I need to clean my mic but the battery degradation and the mic quality going down from the life of these being faster is unacceptable.
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starRating: 3
title: Battery degradation and mic quality issues
detailedReviews 113: content: Pros:
- Beautiful surround sound with high quality clarity
- Adjustable Equalizer in the Wearables App
- Galaxy AI Assisted noise cancelation to jam out without interruption
- Galaxy AI Siren Detection that auto adjusts volume so you can hear emergency vehicles
- Battery life that lasts about 2 days with constant listening
- Ability to use one bud at a time while the other charges in the case
Cons:
- Buds case opens if you drop them
- Buds fly out of the case when case is dropped
- Buds sometimes have an ear piercing screech when dropped (must be turned off then back on to get rid of it)
- Calls can't hear you sometimes if you're only using one bud at a time
- Volume adjusting motion is a bit annoying to me
I really love the Buds3 Pro, and how they utilize Galaxy AI to improve my jam sessions no matter the time of day!
While I may be slightly clumsy by dropping the case for them, I still believe the lid to it should be more secure so the Buds don't fall out when it falls 3 feet. Along with the Buds sometimes creating an ear piercing and painful sound on occasion when dropped. (Typically only one bud makes the sound, not both)
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starRating: 4
title: Case opens if dropped, screeching sound
detailedReviews 114: content: These earbuds seem to be packed with features that I would love to use. I was an avid user of the previous generation of Samsung earbuds, (Galaxy Buds 2 Pro), so I was keen to upgrade to the latest enhancements in quality and features.
Unfortunately, the earbuds are very uncomfortable, and after hours of following Samsung's official advice for fitting the buds correctly, trying all the including eartips, following YouTube videos with advice and forums, there has been no solution to provide a fit in my ears that do not result in the Galaxy Buds3 Pro buds falling mostly out of my ears, or causing pain to wear.
This makes them completely unusable. Even though I ordered these through the Samsung online store, their customer support has told me directly that there is nothing they can do. I received these less than two weeks ago and spent my free time trying to make them work, but there is no solution and Samsung will not provide any option to return them or replace with the previous model. I simply wasted over $300 AUD for a painful experience in my ears.
I used to have trust in Samsung's dedication to the consumer, offering options when a product is not usable, but this has now changed. I will try my luck at selling these on eBay.
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starRating: 2
title: Uncomfortable, painful to wear, unusable
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