Samsung Galaxy Buds 4
Open-fit wireless earbuds with Galaxy AI and Bluetooth 6.1.
The Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are wireless Bluetooth earbuds from Samsung, representing the fourth generation of the Galaxy Buds line. Samsung unveiled them on February 25, 2026, during the Galaxy Unpacked event, where the Galaxy S26 series also debuted. They hit the market on March 11, 2026, replacing the Galaxy Buds 3 series. The standard model uses an open-fit design, while the Pro variant employs a canal-type fit with silicone tips and a dual-driver system. Both support Bluetooth 6.1 and introduce head gesture controls for managing calls. Available colors include Black and White, with a Pink gold option exclusive to the Pro model.
The design features a redesigned blade stem with a brushed metal finish and an engraved pinch-control area on the front, moving away from the triangular cross-section of the prior generation. The charging case now uses a flat clamshell design with a transparent lid, replacing the earlier vertical cradle. The standard Buds 4 has an IP54 rating, while the Pro model achieves IP57.
For audio, the standard Buds 4 relies on a single 11 mm dynamic driver. The Pro model pairs an 11 mm woofer with a 5.5 mm planar tweeter. Both can play 24-bit/96 kHz audio via Samsung’s proprietary Seamless Codec (SSC), but this requires a compatible Galaxy device running One UI 6.1.1 or later. Bluetooth 6.1 handles connectivity, and HD Voice boosts call audio bandwidth to 16 kHz.
Software and AI features are powered by Galaxy AI. An Interpreter mode delivers spoken translation in 22 languages directly through the earbuds. Both models support hands-free voice activation for assistants like Bixby and Google Gemini. The Pro model exclusively offers Head Gestures, letting users nod or shake their head to accept or decline calls. Adaptive ANC 2.0 and Adaptive EQ use internal microphones to analyze ear shape and ambient noise in real time, adjusting sound output accordingly.
Quick Facts
- Family
- Samsung Galaxy
- Developer
- Samsung Electronics
- Release Date
- 2026-03-11
- Predecessor
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 3
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth 6.1
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Lore & Background
The Galaxy Buds 4 feature a redesigned blade stem with a brushed metal finish and an engraved pinch-control area on the front-facing side, replacing the triangular cross-section of the previous generation. The charging case transitions to a flat clamshell design with a transparent lid, replacing the vertical cradle used in the previous generation. The standard Galaxy Buds 4 uses an open-fit design and carries an IP54 rating.
The series integrates Galaxy AI for real-time features, including an Interpreter mode that provides spoken translation in 22 languages directly through the earbuds. Both models support hands-free voice activation for AI assistants, including Bixby and Google Gemini. Advanced acoustic processing, such as Adaptive ANC 2.0 and Adaptive EQ, utilizes internal microphones to analyze ear shape and ambient noise in real-time to optimize sound output.
Reader's Guide
The Galaxy Buds 4 represent Samsung's continued refinement of its open-fit earbud design, moving to a flat clamshell case with a transparent lid and a brushed metal stem. The introduction of Bluetooth 6.1 and the Samsung Seamless Codec (SSC) supporting 24-bit/96 kHz playback marks a technical step forward, though the high-resolution audio requires a compatible Galaxy device running One UI 6.1.1 or later. The integration of Galaxy AI brings real-time translation in 22 languages and hands-free voice activation for Bixby and Google Gemini, positioning the Buds 4 as a tool for communication and productivity. The IP54 rating provides dust and water resistance suitable for light activity. As the successor to the Galaxy Buds 3 lineup, the Buds 4 maintain the open-fit form factor while updating connectivity and software features, distinguishing them from the canal-type Pro model with its dual-driver system and exclusive head gesture controls.
Did You Know?
- The Galaxy Buds 4 were announced on February 25, 2026, at the Galaxy Unpacked event alongside the Galaxy S26 series.
- They use an open-fit design with an IP54 rating.
- The charging case has a flat clamshell design with a transparent lid.
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