Wireless earbuds are not the first choice for audiophiles, given their compromised sound quality owing to packaging restrictions. That said, tech companies have been pushing the envelope to offer the best compromise – both in terms of sound and features, to elevate ownership experience.
The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 come encased in a pebble shaped capsule made of high-grade plastic. The case offers two-way charging. The buds have a unique design profile for a snug fit. I am not sure if it’s just my ear profile, but I did have trouble with the fit, especially the sealing for ANC even after trying out the three spare silicone ear tip sizes. The twist-to-adjust stabiliser is a cool touch though and while they ensured the earbuds stay put, my ears did start to hurt after a while. My colleagues liked the fit so maybe it’s a ‘just me’ problem.
The premium experience goes beyond build quality. The warning chimes feel polished while the swipe gestures to increase volume are a nice touch. That said, the Buds app is not available on Apple’s app store. While you can pair and use the buds with an iPhone, you can’t configure the buds, check charge levels, fiddle with the sound settings or find them with an iPhone. That’s quite a big miss as it limits the earbud’s full functionality to only Android users.
The default sound profile is flat with punchy bass resulting in an auditory experience that’s as good as it gets for wireless earbuds and the ANC works well, especially in loud areas like airports. The battery on the buds lasts a day with moderate use with the case lasting close to two-three days. Overall, these are fantastic buds to have if you rock Android phones.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Specifications
Processor: Tensor A1 Audio: Custom-designed 11 mm dynamic speaker driver
Noise cancellation: Active Noise Cancellation with Silent SealTM 2.0, Transparency mode,
Active in-ear pressure relief, Conversation Detection
Battery: 12 hours (eight hours with ANC)
Price: ₹22,900 | store.google.com
