Google today at its Made by Google event launched the Pixel Buds 2a, expanding its A-Series earbuds lineup. According to the company, the new earbuds offer lightweight comfort and advanced audio features, making them the smallest yet in the A-Series.
Pixel Buds 2a
Inspired by the Pixel Buds Pro 2, Pixel Buds 2a are designed for all-day comfort based on data from over 45 million ear scans. The earbuds have an IP54 rating for sweat and water resistance, while the charging case carries an IPX4 rating, suitable for workouts and light rain.
Audio & Features
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4 with Super Wideband support.
- Active Noise Cancellation: Available for the first time in A-Series with Silent Seal™ 1.5; Transparency mode can be enabled to hear surroundings.
- Sound Quality: Redesigned acoustics with 11 mm dynamic drivers, stereo spatial audio, and a 5-band equalizer for customizable sound.
- Calls: Wind-blocking mesh combined with Google AI reduces background noise to ensure clear conversations.
The Tensor A1 chip powers Pixel Buds 2a, delivering premium audio, fast noise adaptation, and support for Google’s AI and Gemini features. With ANC on, the earbuds offer up to 7 hours of playback and up to 20 hours with the charging case; a 5-minute charge adds 1 hour of listening.
Smart Features
- Talk with Gemini: Hands-free interaction with Google Gemini for emails, directions, or voice-assisted tasks.
- Tap to Control: Allows play, pause, track skipping, toggling ANC/Transparency mode, and launching Gemini with simple taps.
- Pixel-Perfect Pairing: Ensures seamless connection with Pixel devices, supports multipoint switching, and Find Hub for locating earbuds quickly, even inside the case.
Sustainability
According to the company, the Pixel Buds 2a are made from recycled components with 100% plastic-free packaging. The charging case features a replaceable battery. Key sustainability highlights include:
- 41% recycled materials in the earbuds
- 100% recycled rare earth elements in magnets
- 100% recycled tin in solder paste on multiple printed circuit boards
- 100% recycled cobalt in batteries
Quick Specifications: Pixel Buds 2a
- Audio: 11 mm dynamic driver, ANC with Silent Seal™ 1.5, Transparency mode, Active in-ear pressure relief
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4 with Super Wideband support
- Processor: Google Tensor A1 (each earbud)
- Sweat/Water Resistance: Earbuds IP54, Charging case IPX4
- Voice & Calls: Bluetooth Super Wideband, Clear Calling, Wind-blocking mesh covers
- Sensors: 2 microphones per earbud, capacitive touch for music/calls/voice, IR in-ear detection, Hall Effect sensor in case
- Charging & Battery: USB-C port; ANC off – up to 10h earbuds / 27h with case; ANC on – up to 7h earbuds / 20h with case; 5-min quick charge = 1h ANC playback
- Dimensions: Earbud 23.1 × 16 × 17.8 mm, Case 50 × 24.5 × 57.2 mm
- Weight: Earbud 4.7 g, Case 47.6 g (with earbuds)
- Colors: Hazel, Iris
- Box Contents: Earbuds, Charging case, 4 eartip sizes (XS, S, M, L), Quick Start Guide
Pricing and Availability
Available in Hazel and Iris, the Google Pixel Buds 2a are priced at Rs. 12,999 in India and USD 129 (Rs. 11,225 approx.) in the US, and will be available in India and global markets from October.