Samsung announced its first open-ear earbuds, the Galaxy Buds On. They will be available in the U.S. on November 6 for $229. [4, 6]
The clip-on, cuff-style earbuds rest on the outside of the ear, allowing users to stay aware of their surroundings. The launch puts Samsung in direct competition with established open-ear offerings from Sony and Bose. [11]
Samsung used AI to optimize the fit for different ear shapes and sizes. [4, 10] The earbuds offer up to 9.5 hours of battery life on a single charge. [4] Total battery life, including the charging case, is up to 38 hours. [4]
Features include Audio Leakage Reduction technology to improve privacy and IP54 dust and splash resistance. [2, 4, 5] The earbuds also integrate with Galaxy AI, including access to Gemini Live and gesture controls. [2, 4, 5]