Only Release Left for 'Galaxy Buds Pro'... Specs Leaked Again

Price $199... Expected to Launch in Korea Around 220,000 Won
Conversation Mode, 3D Spatial Audio Mode, and Improved Waterproofing

[Asia Economy Reporter Han Jinju] Marketing information including specifications and price of Samsung Electronics' new wireless earphones, 'Galaxy Buds Pro,' has been leaked.

On the 24th (local time), according to IT specialized media SamMobile, marketing slide materials of the Galaxy Buds Pro were leaked. The price of the Galaxy Buds Pro is listed as $199, which appears to be $30 more expensive than the Galaxy Buds Live. Previously, documents submitted during FCC certification also indicated the price of the Galaxy Buds Pro as $199. It is expected to be released in Korea at around 220,000 to 230,000 KRW.

The Galaxy Buds Pro is equipped with dual drivers featuring an 11mm woofer and a 6.5mm tweeter, similar to the Galaxy Buds+. Each earbud contains three microphones. To enhance the active noise canceling function, it is released in an in-ear canal type.

Features that utilize the characteristics of active noise canceling wireless earphones are also included. Improved ambient sound mode, conversation mode, ANC level adjustment, and 3D spatial audio functions are provided compared to the previous model. Conversation mode captures the speaker's voice during a conversation and lowers the volume of the music being played. 3D spatial audio detects the user's head position and movement to deliver sounds from all directions more vividly and immersively. The water resistance rating is improved from IPX2 to IPX7. The IPX7 rating means it can withstand being submerged in water up to 1 meter deep for about 30 minutes.

Galaxy Buds Pro Rendering Image (Source: Evan Blass Twitter)

The battery life of the Galaxy Buds Pro listed on the marketing slide is 8 hours for the earbuds and 28 hours including the case. Call time is 4.5 hours based on the earbuds, and up to 15 hours including charging with the case. Additionally, multi-connection functionality, fast charging, and wireless charging features are also provided.

Samsung Electronics released two types of wireless earphones this year alone and is focusing on expanding its wireless earphone market share by continuously launching new products in January next year. According to market research firm Counterpoint Research, in the third quarter, Samsung ranked third with a 5% market share following Apple (29%) and Xiaomi (13%). Considering the year-end peak season such as Black Friday and Christmas in the fourth quarter, the global wireless earphone market size this year is expected to exceed the initially forecasted 220 million units. Samsung Electronics plans to hold the Galaxy Unpacked event in mid-January next year to unveil the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy Buds Pro, among other products.

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