Samsung unveils Galaxy Buds On, its first clip-on open earbuds
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Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Buds On, its first clip-on earbuds and the company's entry into the growing market for open-ear wireless headphones. Unlike conventional earbuds that sit inside the ear canal, the Galaxy Buds On use a clip-on design intended to provide an open listening experience. Samsung is joining companies including Sony and Bose in offering earbuds that allow users to hear music without completely blocking surrounding sounds. The new earbuds are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon S7 Gen 1 platform, according to Samsung, and offer up to 9.5 hours of battery life on a single charge. Open-ear headphones have become an increasingly prominent alternative to traditional in-ear designs. Instead of creating a seal inside the ear canal, they are designed to let users remain more aware of their surroundings, potentially making them more suitable for walking, commuting, and other situations where environmental awareness is important. Samsung's move into the category also expands its Galaxy Buds range beyond the more traditional wireless earbuds with which the brand has previously competed against products including Apple's AirPods. The Buds On will initially be available in black, with Samsung opting for a single colour at launch. South Korea will be the first market to receive the earbuds. Samsung plans to release them there on October 27 for 299,000 won, equivalent...
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