The Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are a series of wireless Bluetooth earbuds manufactured, developed and designed by Samsung Electronics, and the 4th generation of the Galaxy Buds series. They were announced on February 25, 2026, at the Galaxy Unpacked event alongside the Galaxy S26 series, and released on March 11, 2026, as the successor to the Galaxy Buds 3 lineup.
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| Developer | Samsung Electronics |
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| Manufacturer | Samsung Electronics |
Product family | Samsung Galaxy |
| Type | Wireless earbuds |
| Released | March 11, 2026 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 6.1 |
| Predecessor | Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 |
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The vanilla model utilizes an open-fit design, while the Pro model uses a canal-type architecture with silicone tips and a dual-driver system. Both models support Bluetooth 6.1 and introduce head gesture controls for call management. The series was available in Black and White colors, with a Pink gold version exclusive to the Pro model.[1][2][3]
Design
editThe Galaxy Buds 4 series features a redesigned blade stem with a brushed metal finish and an engraved pinch-control area on the front-facing side, replacing the triangular cross-section of the previous generation.[4] The charging case transitions to a flat clamshell design with a transparent lid, replacing the vertical cradle used in the previous generation. The standard Galaxy Buds 4 uses an open-fit design and carries an IP54 rating, while the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro features a canal-fit design with silicone ear tips and an IP57 rating.[5][6]
Specification
editAudio
editThe Galaxy Buds 4 uses a single 11 mm dynamic driver, while the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro has a two-driver setup consisting of an 11 mm woofer and a 5.5 mm planar tweeter.[7] Both models support 24-bit/96 kHz audio playback through Samsung's proprietary Samsung Seamless Codec (SSC), though this requires a compatible Galaxy device running One UI 6.1.1 or later.[8] Both models connect via Bluetooth 6.1[9] and include HD Voice, which raises the call audio bandwidth to 16 kHz.[10]
Software and AI
editThe series integrates Galaxy AI for real-time features, including an Interpreter mode that provides spoken translation in 22 languages directly through the earbuds.[11] Both models support hands-free voice activation for AI assistants, including Bixby, Google Gemini.[12] The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro exclusively features Head Gestures, allowing users to accept or decline calls by nodding or shaking their head. Advanced acoustic processing, such as Adaptive ANC 2.0 and Adaptive EQ, utilizes internal microphones to analyze ear shape and ambient noise in real-time to optimize sound output.[13]
References
edit- ↑ "I've spent 5 days with the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro and trust me, you can forget about the regular model completely". TechRadar. 2026-02-25. Retrieved 2026-02-25.
- ↑ Peter. "Samsung Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro unveiled with new blades, better audio". GSMArena.com. Retrieved 2026-02-25.
- ↑ Peckham, James (2026-02-25). "S26 Ultra, Buds4, Perplexity AI: Everything Samsung Announced at Galaxy Unpacked". PCMAG. Retrieved 2026-02-25.
- ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro hands-on: First impressions from Unpacked". SoundGuys. 2026-02-25. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
- ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro review: A bit of a fixer-upper". SoundGuys. 2026-03-01. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
- ↑ published, Erin Bashford (2026-03-03). "Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 review: Better than AirPods 4 ANC in every way that matters". Tom's Guide. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
- ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro review: Impressive audio, imperfect ANC". Engadget. 2026-03-06. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
- ↑ Farooqui, Adnan (2026-02-27). "Galaxy Buds 4 ultra-high quality audio only supports these devices". SamMobile. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
- ↑ published, Erin Bashford (2026-03-03). "Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 review: Better than AirPods 4 ANC in every way that matters". Tom's Guide. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
- ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro review: Impressive audio, imperfect ANC". Engadget. 2026-03-06. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
- ↑ Boxall, Andy (2026-02-25). "Galaxy Buds4 Pro get a new design and head-banging gesture controls". Android Police. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
- ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro review: Impressive audio, imperfect ANC". Engadget. 2026-03-06. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
- ↑ "Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and 4 Pro review: Impressive audio, imperfect ANC". Engadget. 2026-03-06. Retrieved 2026-03-20.
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