{
  "id": 11380873,
  "title": "Samsung Galaxy Buds On Now Official In South Korea; Global Rollout Confirmed",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/samsung-galaxy-buds-on-now-official-in-south-korea-global-rollout",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-02T06:41:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Lowyat.NET",
    "slug": "lowyat-net",
    "url": "https://www.lowyat.net/2026/406158/samsung-galaxy-buds-on-official/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Samsung has officially announced its first clip-on earbuds, the Galaxy Buds On, in South Korea. The innovative audio device is scheduled to hit stores on October 27th, with a worldwide release following. Although specific technical details remain undisclosed, recent leaks have provided a glimpse into the product's features.\n\nDesign and ergonomics are a key focus for Samsung, with the earbuds' unique shape designed to evenly distribute pressure across the ears, ensuring a secure fit without falling off. Touch control allows users to manage audio playback and calls by lightly touching the back of the buds.\n\nThe Galaxy Buds On boasts TwinBoost speakers, enhancing the low-frequency range, and an automatic volume control that adapts to the surrounding environment. Additionally, \"Audio Leakage Reduction\" keeps the user's audio private, while Samsung's Intelligent Clear Call technology enables clear conversations even in noisy settings.\n\nPowered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon S7 Gen 1 Sound Platform and a high-efficiency Class-D amplifier, the earphones provide up to 9.5 hours of continuous music playback on a single charge, though the total battery life remains unclear. When paired with a compatible Samsung device, the Galaxy Buds On also offer various Galaxy AI features, like launching Gemini Live for hands-free conversations with Google's AI assistant and recording voice memos using Quick Voice Memo, which can be searched using Bixby.",
  "summary": "After being the subject of several rumours and reports, Samsung has finally announced its first clip-on earbuds, the Galaxy Buds On. At least in South Korea. Per its official newsroom, the new audio equipment is slated to go on sale in its home market on 27 October, with a global rollout to follow. By this […] The post Samsung Galaxy Buds On Now Official In South Korea; Global Rollout Confirmed…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}