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Review of Google's second-generation $179 wireless Pixel Buds: sound quality has improved, but their silicone “stabilizer arc” can cause discomfort over time

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  • @chriswelch Chris Welch on x
    I reviewed the new Pixel Buds. They're a huge improvement over Google's very meh first attempt at earbuds. Check out my written review and don't miss @BeccaFarsace's FANTASTIC video. https://www.theverge.com/... https://twitter.com/...
  • @r3dash @r3dash on x
    Considering the always active Google Assistant, I'm sure these are first truly wireless earbuds you would want to wear at all times. Are we coming tantalizingly close to living the reality of “Her?” https://twitter.com/...
  • @backlon Dieter Bohn on x
    @BeccaFarsace @chriswelch Some Bluetooth connection oddities, more than I expected in 2020, anyway. Motly, though, I like how low-profile they are. I like to bike with one earbud in, one out, and Pixel Buds don't go flying when I take off my helmet.
  • @backlon Dieter Bohn on x
    @BeccaFarsace @chriswelch The venting is also so good. Even better than AirPods Pro and miles better than Galaxy Buds Plus. They're so comfortable ...until hour three when they feel stabby. Which, you knnow, battery life isn't superb anyway so? https://www.youtube.com/...
  • @backlon Dieter Bohn on x
    Like @BeccaFarsace and @chriswelch, I've been testing the Pixel Buds. 100% endorse everything they say in this review and video. The thorn feels like a thorn after hour three, but sound quality is aces (minus bass). https://www.theverge.com/...
  • @dcseifert Dan Seifert on x
    google's new mentos earbuds seem to be surprisingly competent (unless you like bass. or battery life. or long term comfort.) here's @chriswelch and @beccafarsace with a tag team review: https://www.theverge.com/...