Google Pixel Buds Pro Review

IP ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Google Pixel Buds Pro's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a weight of 12.4g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Google Pixel Buds Pro are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is an important distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.

Google Pixel Buds Pro have sweat resistance Google Pixel Buds Pro have stereo speakers, what this means is that Google Pixel Buds Pro's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. ANC utilises advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.

Simply put, it's like having +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 hence "diluting" the noise.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise. Google Pixel Buds Pro sit well in place, creating a sound seal that tones down background sounds and also prevents the device sound from leaking out at the same.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, its size dictates the loudness of the device. The Google Pixel Buds Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Google Pixel Buds Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well a particular audio device generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. SPL, is the pressure level of sound, in decibels, dB, Google Pixel Buds Pro's measurement is 75dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery life is 11 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. This is given by the vendor, and Google Pixel Buds Pro's case is said to have a full charge of 20 hours.

A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before having to recharge the case itself. It requires 1 hours to fully charge the Google Pixel Buds Pro's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods.

Google Pixel Buds Pro, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery.

The battery indicator lights display the charging status of your earbuds and charging case. Google Pixel Buds Pro use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Google Pixel Buds Pro support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.

Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Google Pixel Buds Pro will work well with your iPhone. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio. Google Pixel Buds Pro have 6 microphones.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound. The Google Pixel Buds Pro support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds The Google Pixel Buds Pro support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Google Pixel Buds Pro have a find earbuds feature.

Google Pixel Buds Pro support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. The Google Pixel Buds Pro have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.

For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. Google Pixel Buds Pro have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. With the Google Pixel Buds Pro, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The Google Pixel Buds Pro support voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The Google Pixel Buds Pro come with their own special case.

Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.