Once again Google is sticking with the theme of Pixel 2 colours for
the Pixel Buds and these come in «Just Black», «Clearly White» and «Kinda Blue.»
In reality, using Translate with
Pixel Buds is identical to the experience the Translate app already provides.
The first reviews of
the Pixel Buds are in, and they're quite negative, railing Google for complex setup and cumbersome user experience.
Users can also rely on Google Assistant in
the Pixel Buds to listen to music, get directions on Google Maps, etc..
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Pixel Buds were showcased the company's Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL launch, and one of the cool features about the wireless earbuds was the live and real - time translation.
The Pixel Buds» case has cutouts for where each earpiece should fit into, but because there's wiggle room, you sometimes have to twist each bud to get the charging pins to properly align.
The key differentiator for
Pixel Buds — besides Android optimizations — is the Google Assistant.
I've paired and unpaired
Pixel Buds multiple times, and I've yet to experience the advertised pairing process.
Google
Pixel Buds are compatible with any smartphone with Android 5.0 Lollipop or higher, any iOS device running iOS 10.0 or higher.
Also, at any time, I can double - tap the right earbud and then Google Assistant will provide the time, battery percentage of
Pixel Buds, and any pending notifications.
Pixel Buds are almost completely wireless earbuds, with a single cable connecting the two buds.
Well almost, though
Pixel Buds offer some unique features.
«The translation feature [is] just as confusing as everything else about
the Pixel Buds.
As we wrote in
the Pixel Buds» review, these are the smartest earbuds you can buy, but with some clear flaws.
Google's
Pixel Buds connect via Bluetooth to a smartphone and come with their own charging case, which has a USB - C port.
«When I followed the rather sparse instruction in the little booklet that came with the buds, nothing happened even though I dutifully went through all the steps including «open the charging case next to your phone with the Google
Pixel Buds still inside,» and «follow the on - screen steps to finish setup.»
Google also announced wireless headphones, called
Pixel Buds.
The Pixel Buds do a fine job integrating Google Assistant and language translation, but it would have been better if the company nailed the basics, to...
While
the Pixel Buds are primarily meant to be used as Bluetooth headphones, Google did include a feature that allows them to translate over 40 different languages in real - time.
Pixel Buds are uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time, don't offer robust sound, and Translate feels more like a gimmick than a groundbreaking feature.
While wearing
Pixel Buds and with a simple voice command, a user could speak in his or her native language, and the paired Pixel smartphone would translate and speak to another person in a different language.
During an interaction with the media, Adam Champy, Google product manager for
Pixel Buds said: «
Pixel Buds is our first wireless headset.
Google claims
Pixel Buds can translate in 40 different languages, including Hindi.
Overall, the design of
Pixel Buds is in line with most wireless earbuds.
Google will also be bringing
the Pixel Buds to Canada, U.K., Germany, Australia and Singapore next month as well.
Pixel Buds include the Assistant, and in order to activate this users have just touch and hold the right earbud to activate this feature.
Earlier this month, our APK Insight of Google app 7.23 revealed that
Pixel Buds might soon add the ability to customize the Double Tap gesture, among other new commands and possible in - ear detection.
The Pixel Buds also have a Microphone, Accelerometer inside them, and the box will include a USB - C to USB - A charging cable as well.
When
the Pixel Buds are paired with the Pixel 2, the earbuds can talk to Google Assistant.
One particular accessory that stood out was the Google
Pixel Buds, which are the company's answer to Apple's AirPods.
The company promised a lot with
the Pixel Buds, but they simply don't deliver.
The process of unwrapping
the Pixel Buds» cord and carefully removing and inserting the buds into your ears takes time and focus.
One of the main sales pitches during the debut of
Pixel Buds was the real - time Translation feature.
The on - board battery in
the Pixel Buds is 120 mAh, while the box has 620 mAh.
The latest beta version of the Google app is rolling with more about multi-command «Routines» for Google Assistant, as well as further details about
Pixel Buds.
My problem with
the Pixel Buds starts the moment you take them out of the case.
For diehard Google fans, sure, I can see why you would want
the Pixel Buds.
Going back to
the Pixel Buds verses AirPods debate, there are clearly more reasons to use Google's product over Apple's as an Android user.
«Auditory notifications are a big plus for Google Assistant with
Pixel Buds.
Dubbed the Google
Pixel Buds, they are a pair of Bluetooth earbuds connected by a fabric braided cable and fit right into their own charging case for easy portability.
Both are more expensive than
the Pixel Buds, but in this case, it may be worth spending a little more for a better experience.
The case uses USB - C to charge, and in turn, charges
Pixel Buds.
For instance, the Pixelbook doesn't know I have paired
Pixel Buds with a Pixel 2 XL smartphone and won't connect to them automatically when I log into it.
The lack of in - ear detection means that the only way to put
the Pixel Buds to sleep is to store them in the case, otherwise, they are draining the battery.
Google
Pixel Buds come with the promise of Live translation in real - time and here's how these will work.
The Google
Pixel Buds have a wire tying them together, among other problems.
In another new feature,
Pixel Buds has integrated Google Translate and can translate conversations in real time.
Forbes» Larry Magid managed to find reasons to be impressed by
the Pixel Buds, though he was put off by the setup experience, like most reviewers.
Pixel Buds have a battery which the company claims will last five hours on a single charge.
... You need it to both set - up and charge
the Pixel Buds so you had better remember to take it with you and be sure not to lose it.