Anika Begay
Earlier this week, we highlighted pre-order details for the Pixel Watch 3 and Google’s entire Pixel 9 lineup. However, if you’ve got your eye on Google’s upcoming earbuds, rest assured there are also deals to be had on Pixel Buds Pro 2 Earphones. In fact, you can already pre-order the $229 pair of earbuds at Amazon and Best Buy, both of which are offering them with a $30 gift card ahead of their September 26 launch. Google is offering a similar deal, only in the form of a store credit.
The Pixel Buds Pro 2 build on the first-generation model with Google’s Tensor A1 chip and 11-millimeter drivers, which should enable better sound. Google says the new chip gives the buds ultra-low latency audio processing, resulting in twice the noise cancellation. The buds are also 27 percent smaller and 24 percent lighter than the last-generation pair, with wingtips that should provide a more secure, comfortable fit. The included charging case even has a built-in speaker, so you can easily find the buds if you lose them using Google’s newly improved Find My Device network.
In terms of software improvements, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with updated Clear Calling algorithms and conversation detection. They’re also the first earbuds to give you direct access to Google’s Gemini AI assistant. This gives you access to a bunch of useful hands-free features, so you can ask for directions or even practice for an upcoming interview with the help of its new voice chat mode, Gemini Live.
