Samsung expands its sound lineup with the debut of the Galaxy Buds On, the company’s first wireless earbuds that attach to the outer ear instead of sitting inside the canal. Their open‑ear architecture lets you enjoy music and calls while staying aware of the world around you.
Clip‑on, open‑ear construction for comfort and situational awareness
The Buds On feature a wide, adjustable clasp that rests gently on the ear’s outer rim, paired with a flexible arm that adapts to a variety of ear shapes. By positioning the drivers just outside the ear canal, the earbuds deliver sound without fully isolating you, so you can stay alert to traffic, conversations, or announcements.
Sound quality and leakage‑reduction technology
Audio is driven by Samsung’s TwinBoost speakers combined with a Qualcomm Snapdragon S7 Gen 1 Sound Platform and a Class‑D amplifier. An intelligent volume‑balancing algorithm keeps output consistent, while the proprietary Audio Leakage Reduction system minimizes sound that escapes the earbuds, reducing disturbance for people nearby.
Battery endurance and playback duration
Samsung claims the Buds On can sustain up to 9.5 hours of continuous music on a single charge, comfortably covering a full day of commuting, office work, or remote‑learning sessions.
Calls, AI features, and gesture controls
Three integrated microphones, a bone‑conduction voice sensor, and AI‑powered noise suppression collaborate to provide clear voice transmission even in bustling environments. The earbuds sync with Samsung’s Galaxy AI ecosystem, enabling voice commands such as launching Gemini Live or creating a Quick Voice Memo. Head‑gesture shortcuts let you answer calls, mute alarms, or glance at notifications without touching a device.
Effortless pairing with Galaxy devices
Opening the charging case automatically links the Buds On to compatible Galaxy smartphones and tablets. Users can adjust volume, tweak equalizer presets, and modify other settings directly from the phone’s Quick Panel or Settings menu.
Pricing, launch date, and pending specs
The earbuds are priced at KRW 299,000 (approximately ₹21,000) and will become available in South Korea on 27 October in a sleek black finish. A broader international rollout is expected later, though Samsung has not yet disclosed details such as driver diameter, Bluetooth version, supported codecs, or charging speed. Additional specifications are likely to be revealed as the launch approaches.
