Samsung says it analyzed 119 million ear data points for Galaxy Buds Open

Samsung says it analyzed 119 million ear data points to develop Galaxy Buds Open, its first open-type earbuds. The company used the data to seek a fit for a wide range of users, accounting for differences in ear anatomy.

Each earpiece weighs 6.65g. Samsung says its engineers used the analysis to optimize components including wire length, weight, bridge length, battery and speaker placement, and to choose an alloy for the clip-on parts that can flex while staying secure.

The earbuds use TwinBoost drivers that project matching reverse soundwaves from the rear of the speakers. Samsung says this can reduce sound leakage, though the source article notes the claim has not been independently tested. Galaxy Buds Open do not have active noise cancellation and are designed to leave users aware of outside sounds.

For calls, the earbuds have three microphones and a voice pickup unit. Samsung says they use microphone input and jaw movement to isolate the wearer’s voice. Machine learning can also cancel recognized sounds such as car horns and construction work. Other features include head gestures for accepting or rejecting calls, Gemini access and Quick Voice Memos.

Samsung rates battery life at 9.5 hours for audio playback, or 38 hours with the charging case. For calls, it lists 5.5 hours, rising to 25 hours with the case. The black earbuds are listed at $229 and are expected in early November; the article gives no exact release date.