Pixel Buds gain sleep detection, call muting and Gemini controls
Google is rolling out new software features for its Pixel Buds 2A and Pixel Buds Pro 2, including sleep detection that uses a Pixel Watch. When the wearer falls asleep, the earbuds can pause music, silence notifications and disable touch controls, helping avoid disturbances overnight.
Both models also gain tap-to-mute during calls when paired with a Pixel phone, one-tap access to live translation and Gemini voice commands for settings such as noise cancellation and equalisation. Dynamic ANC, which adjusts audio and noise cancellation according to the earbud seal, is exclusive to the Pro 2. Google initially said some features would also reach the original Pixel Buds Pro, but later removed that reference; it has been asked to explain the change.
- Pixel Watch can trigger sleep features on the new earbuds.
- Both models add translation, call muting and Gemini controls.
- Dynamic ANC is exclusive to the Pixel Buds Pro 2.
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Pixel Buds are wireless earbuds made by Google that connect to Android phones and other compatible devices. The company has released several versions of Pixel Buds over the years, with the current range including the Pixel Buds 2A and Pixel Buds Pro 2, which sit at different price points with varying capabilities.
Like most electronic devices, Pixel Buds receive software updates that add new features and improvements over time. These updates help manufacturers keep their products competitive in a crowded market and make them more attractive to customers by expanding what the devices can do.
Google's Pixel products are designed to integrate with each other, from phones to watches to earbuds. Regular feature updates for Pixel Buds help strengthen this ecosystem and give people more reasons to choose Google's hardware rather than alternatives from other manufacturers like Apple or Samsung.
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Originally published by The Verge as “Google’s Pixel Buds update will put them to sleep along with you”.