Google Pixel Buds A-Series Review | £99, Bargain Earbuds?

[@andre-arthur]

3:14 thank you SO MUCH for censoring that. Shows how much you care about the users with Google Home's out there

[@govarthenanrajadurai9817]

dang

[@arunolickal8090]

Oh, that's why!

[@zannalmao]

IKR

[@MikeOBrienMedia]

Uncle Spurt hides humor everywhere. Even the time stamps crack me up

[@juangranados7862]

When are you doing your review

[@strictlycaffeine5271]

@@juangranados7862 good question

[@JacobLewisSimpson]

Definitely a hidden one at 2:11

[@EasyMoney-br3uj]

He is the sh!t, lol. He is giving you facts while making it worth the watch. Thank you

[@saahilshaik9024]

just letting you know, although the spatial vents might let in some noise, they were intended to release some of the pressure created by inserting the buds into your ears

[@waldamy]

3:33 about the peak volume, you might want to turn on Absolute Volume or whatever the setting is called, to actually get higher volume on the Buds.

[@uzudi]

Where do I find that?

[@MMA444_]

@@uzudi it comes up when you keep pressing volume up and you just accept the pop up

[@luchin777]

I own Pixel Buds, all I can say I am happy with performance. I mostly use them for the gym. They work perfectly with my Pixel 3XL.

[@Keegeth]

Does the bass settings revert to default then you disconnect and re connect them.

[@luchin777]

@@Keegeth no, the bass stays as default once you set up. I prefer this setting over the default.

[@Keegeth]

@@luchin777 OK so when I connect my buds and go I to settings, I max out bass and it sounds good. But when I put my buds back in the case and then take them back out the bass reverts back to the default. I have to go into bass setting and change it to max every time I connect. Another weird thing is the bass slider will say it's maxed but it's actually default.

[@luchin777]

@@Keegeth I suggest you reset your pixel buds and pair again. That works for me when I have an issue with pixel buds.

[@JackFromMorley]

Feel like the existence of these will lead to a lack of audio jack's on the pixel a phones, that'll suck...

[@coolkenny13]

Not on the A series. I feel this year's a series will still retain the headphone. But who knows you could be right

[@kukumalu255]

My pixel4 has no audio jack. Pixel 5 has no audio jack either

[@SonofSpewy]

My pixel 4a has an audio jack

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

The last version had terrible connectivity issues. I know this review sounded favorable but the verge said they were having connectivity issues on their review unit of the newer buds. But it does look like they're not going to have the headphone on the Pixel 6. If they release a pixel 6A and it's less expensive maybe. Pixel 4A and 4A5G have a headphone. At the Pixel 5 does not

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

@@kukumalu255 yeah they're non flagship phones usually get them. Pixel 3a 4A and

[@chrissmith2963]

If I'm out and about town I don't want total noise cancellation anyway. Much safer to be aware of surroundings so you can't automatically say it's a con.

[@Andyhandle]

Definitely out for me. I'm not sure why Google not only omitted any decent wireless codes (aptx, LDAC) but also took a step back with Bluetooth 5.0 when others are available with 5.1 and 5.2 which are more reliable and can shunt more data. Waiting until October to see what comes out with aptx Losseless. I love the description from one reviewer "like having your ears dug with a spoon"!

[@lukemelon]

Getting a pair of these for free with the pixel 6a was certainly a great deal, they are so comfortable compared with in ear buds I've used before. Sound is certainly good enough for me, I know for some that not having a means to physically alter the volume in them may be a frustration but I don't feel like I miss it, on other models it feels a bit fiddly so I would resort to using the phones volume rocker anyway. All in all a great pair of buds

[@clip012]

I didn't get any free with my pixel 6a, so I plan to buy this earbuds. They say the "a" stands for affordable. But this is the most expensive phone I ever bought. And while I have money now, might as well I buy this earbuds, who knows when again in my life that I will have money like this.

[@Ksfjkdf]

I have the pixel 6a. Do you get some extra features with it like the AirPods with iphone?

[@callousrage9400]

Can we get it free with pixel 6/6 pro and 7/7pro or it just free with 6a???

[@happycolours8551]

@@callousrage9400 just the 6a

[@vaibhavpatil6387]

@@happycolours8551 how? What's the process?

[@BigGuns2024]

bro my music is so bassy as long as it has the freq response im happy. dig the review. would really like some more direct comparisons instead of just casually bringing it up.

[@noelmakarth156]

Yeah the actual sound is so low and all I hear is bass. Not a fan.

[@caitlinm6580]

Let's hope Google sorted out the constant audio disconnects that the Pixel buds 2 suffered, I owned a Pixel 2 phone too and every few minutes they would loose connection with my phone indoors outdoors and in the middle of nowhere, apart from that I really liked them and found them very comfortable to wear and I thought they sounded really okay, but with afore mentioned problem which google was very aware of and promised to fix with a firmware update it didn't help so back they went to the chocolate factory for a full refund. I'm hoping theses new ones have fixed the issue in which case I'll give them another whirl, thanks for the review

[@theodorehom1643]

I appreciate you bleeping out the “ok google”. It’s annoying when it activates mud video

[@SamPattonMusic]

The pair I owned had a major flaw. They didn't work if you put your phone in your pocket. They just cut in and out constantly. When I would go for a walk, I would pop my AirPods in and get some tunes going on my iPhone X, then drop my phone in my back pocket. I never gave it a second thought. I recently switched to a Google Pixel 4a and Pixel Buds A Series. I start on a walk and drop the 4a in my pocket and the Buds just cut in and out constantly. They were unusable with the phone in my pocket. I went through Google support and they heard it on the call and would have replaced them. I chose instead to swap them at Best Buy. The second pair I got had the same flaw so I took them back as well and got the Anker Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro. They work great with my phone in my pocket! The Pixel Buds A Series have a serious flaw.

[@ajaychandra2018]

You are one hell of a reviewer 😃😃😃

[@graphite5408]

These are the same as the expensive ones, no need to spend more.

[@LoboTheLegend]

The same without wireless charging and volume swipe. A cheaper version for those who can't afford the premium version. I would buy this for the comfort but I already own the premium version

[@alexandroskumar9612]

This is a pretty good price. However in the UK the original buds are currently 109 so I'd say the original ones are still be better deal

[@NikiVaghela]

@@LoboTheLegend also apparently only the buds are water resistant, unlike the other one which was both the buds and case being water resistant

[@umair320]

The older ones do suffer from connectivity issues though.

[@LoboTheLegend]

@@umair320 agreed. I still once in awhile suffer connectivity/audio issues. But it's not enough to take my enjoyment away.

[@coldparanoia1540]

$99 doesn't equal £99. It really puts me off buying tech when I see this pricing strategy as I feel like I'm being shafted

[@connorpinches-burrowes8149]

£ includes tax, $ does not - so it's not as bad as you think

[@CSnrgy]

@@connorpinches-burrowes8149 who is paying $40 tax though

[@khaynn2112]

it's also 99€ ... so the price is just made as psychological, nothing related to a real cost/value analysis.

[@四as]

No two ways about it - UK pays £15 on top for these and that's the case with other goods as well.

[@indianfortniter1464]

I'm guessing the production in the uk is in pounds and earnings are also different.

[@Notinuse664]

And how do they compare to Amazons new in ear offering

[@joshuajennings]

After losing a pixel bud earbud (the £179 version) and Google unable to provide a replacement, I opted for a pair of £30 Aukey wireless earbuds. I can't stress how much better the Aukeys are, in every way.

[@brazbl]

Great review. Thanks for the Bud A-series feature breakdown. Question. Since my new occupation requires me to be in many meetings, do these buds have the ability to mute and unmute phone calls by a single tap on the buds?

[@CharlieG407]

yes

[@ashtonredman9190]

Been waiting for this review

[@joshuajennings]

After spending £179 on the original Google Pixel Buds and after using them for over a year, I think they're barely worth £99 in terms of sound quality, no ANC, user experience and design.

[@thetruthstand]

If indeed the connection issues are resolved then I will be buying these pixel buds. I want to wait until they get to Amazon so I can return them if they suck! But I remember the last time some of these KZbinrs said that there were no connection issues with drop issues on their initial reviews and then all of a sudden we had all these issues so I'll take them telling me that there are no drop issues with a grain of salt until I tried them for myself.

[@henry-joy]

Can you do a comparison for these and the Pixel Buds 2?

[@dimitargerov3139]

I got them for free with my Pixel 6 yesterday. Was going to sell them on ebay but you made me thing different. Always enjoy your videos bald funny guy!

[@dirtcookie4203]

Wait how?

[@MRSPODY]

Do they work OK with a Google 6 phone?

[@patrickpowers28]

Can you use just one ear bud while the other one is charging?

[@sammar4123]

Yep I think both can be used indepently from each other

[@wall-e7179]

This is the correct question

[@christopherzube551]

Yes they work independently. You can have one in the case while one in the ear. When battery starts to get low just grab the other one in the case and put the low battery in the case to charge. Main difference is the volume control.

[@noelv1976]

Do these connect with the Garmin 245 Music? I don't always carry my phone when I go on my short runs. My Plantronics Backbeat can play music from the Garmin

[@powarless]

I actually found the ear fins didn’t work for me at all. I looked at Google recommendations, other people’s recommendations, but after a few months I cut my losses and started looking for other options.

[@TeamVRY]

oh wow they've been released!

[@jacks559]

google pixel buds non-a series are only £109 (only £10 more than these) on sale on argos at the moment !

[@alexandroskumar9612]

Yeah, the originals are the better deal rn

[@majd_shoots]

Is it just me or did someone else's google assistant got activated at about 2:09 of the video? It does sound like "hey Google" and I repeated it and it went off again

[@chill.7682]

I actually really like the pixel buds design. great vid my guy.

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

I like of them too. They look great. But I'm disappointed this version doesn't have swipe controls or wireless charging.

[@kawaii_baka]

FYI his comment about the lacking bass is false. Default I agree, but there is a slider in the settings that is default set to very little bass, dragging it up, the bass in these are insane.

[@kirkalmeida]

04:50 I've tried saying Oh fuck Google but it doesn't seem to work for me.

[@DonSems]

Any idea when these are available to buy in the UK?

[@Hot_HeadGaming]

To be honest if you wanted wireless charging earbuds you'd go with the older ones or the now upcoming Buds Pro

[@vladmsk101]

Thank you for the review! Google pixel buds a louder than ticpods free or quieter?

[@johnjose14]

Is it worth to buy this right now if i can get a new piece for around £50/$70?

[@PT-qm8wd]

When is Pixel 5a releasing???

[@JasonLA]

Thank you for this review. Does this support Bluetooth Multipoint?

[@Techdude8453]

I just came from a CNET review and the reviewer said that it doesn't support multipoint.

[@ABLYamimash3]

Pixel Buds 2 are currently £109 in the UK right now, only 10 quid more than the Buds A. So should I get them in favour of these?

[@Endy_Ou]

I had connection issues and buzzing noises at low volumes. I had to return them it was so bad bck in 2020

[@amarshergill1577]

Thanks for the review, can I use just one bud at a time? And does it matter which one is in my ear (right or left)?

[@JayCreates]

Yes you can use one

[@i_9330]

it doesn't matter which is in which ear

[@jaymcjayface]

Some reviews of these say they can be charged wirelessly whilst others say they can't be... Could anybody clarify for me, please?

[@hendrapurbaya6778]

are the pixel buds loud or quiet? Planning to get them. I got so sorely dispapointed by sony wp800n, these sony buds are so so so quiet, though the sound quality is good ( I end up not using them and got myself Samsung buds live)

[@ben-ih1ox]

Can then be used independently from eachother?

[@dachyvashakmadze1871]

I am writing this late, hope y will read :(, dose pixel buds A have surround sound amplifier, for people which have weak hearing????

[@markh6676]

you're entertaining mate. 👍

[@MyurrDurr]

So the volume is too low for regular listening on non pixel phones??!

[@Mark1Mach2]

Great review

[@adityasethia1997]

Currently the pixel buds series a and Nothing ear 1s are both available for 6k, which one should I go for? (Music and call quality are indeed my primary concerns), also I use an iphone 12 - so are the pixel buds a good purchase for an ios device?

[@yosemite4real]

save and get airpods

[@ChefArnab]

This is Awesome 👏🏻

[@DeedoCmuk82]

I've had problems with Bluetooth on Xiaomi phones the max level is so quiet and theres no way to change it , ditched Xiaomis for a pixel 7 , won't go back because Bluetooth is unuseable

[@brodieduncan2002]

Is it worth it over the Samsung where I got an Samsung and I want a good pair of buds without spending a lot$ 99 to 150

[@mayaford6122]

1:07, he was enjoying his quick minute jamming out session 🤣.

[@Moose185]

can anyone tell me what features are available for using these on an iPhone? does it still auto detect the earphone in your ear? skip track? put volume up and down? adaptive sound? thanks.

[@cooloutac]

you can't even volume tap. so no volume controls at all?

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

This is kind of outrageous that they can't get their earbuds to stay connected. I can buy $20 earbuds that always stay connected. It's such a shame too because I love the pixel phone and a good pair of pixel buds with good assistant integration could be great. But for some reason they can't get the basics right

[@sergioslim]

I found these on the bus - and no one has turned up on my door after a week, how to remove the previous owner? or can I use it on my iPhone?

[@itsleo1087]

would i be able to just use one earbud at times? like leave the other in the case

[@ChrisBoland]

Love how you've set your Google command word to a really filthy swear word. 🙂

[@alexiagreider3231]

Do the Buds A series translate as well as the original?

[@tomuhlig452]

This is the question im wondering about too

[@leosurname6993]

Honestly I just keep coming here to hear you say that you love me ❤️

[@origtex]

brilliant how on you show they insert

[@jstdust]

Is it good for metal music?

[@Gumby5]

I just got mine as a gift, and it doesn't even pair when I open it. It just blinks orange and white when trying to pair, or trying to reset... Extremely disappointed

[@sahejbhatia]

Is the white noise issue on super low or 0 volume with media playing still an issue on these similar to the pixel buds 2 ? I returned mine last year because of the same. There was a persistent static buzz at low volumes or even all the way down to 0 with music still playing on the phone or laptop.

[@iwihomage4295]

Would pausing your media help with that static when the volume was at 0?

[@Nostalgimannen]

I’ve had loads of trouble with Xiaomi phones and their “Max volume”.

[@zyphonwhite9853]

can anyone tell me wether getting these or the Nothing Ear 1's is a better buy?

[@FrostedRamen]

Just got my eggpods for Christmas and I'm loving them lol

[@vikasjanbandhu5780]

Amazing review, love from INDIA❤️

[@clip012]

Why ear canal is called a lug hole?

[@arlopayne1101]

Are they good with Samsung phones

[@itsjundoe]

I love how he censored the "ok google" part so our google assistant wouldn't activate

[@sherlockdowney1768]

Hey mate, you're getting that tan while I am stuck in lockdown 😅

[@justinvalentin8983]

Try going on walks, that's how I've been getting tan.

[@sherlockdowney1768]

@@justinvalentin8983 I've been going for bike rides but they're very early in the morning to avoid the crowds. Because where I live it's pretty hot and there's still a lot of people out. Waiting for this to pass. #notanforme

[@gidd]

@@sherlockdowney1768 crowds? didn't you just say you're on lockdown

[@graphite5408]

@@gidd lol

[@sherlockdowney1768]

@@gidd as a civilian with work from home, Yes I'm on lockdown. Because of high population density there's a bunch of people on the road during normal hours for 'essentials'.

[@nishithreddy176]

whats the battery MAH of case and buds

[@marcochavanne]

I’ve gotta say, if I want an honest review without fluff I go to you and Flossy Carters videos. If neither of you like something it gets a hard pass from me.

[@bearboosayt7727]

What are good Cases for these

[@rddubbwright6283]

What is best best for active noise cancelation

[@ihave7sacks]

Sony wf-1000xm4 lol

[@jamieconner4714]

What about the connection issues

[@JustSomeGuy009]

I just bought a pair of Jabra Active 75t with wireless charging case for $68 shipped. I see no real advantage to these at $99.

[@GK-qc5ry]

The Jabra seems to be the main competitor in the price range. I hear the Jabras are very good.

[@Bhuvishya]

Can anyone please tell that will these pixel buds A come to India I am hoping so

[@immasuperninjaable]

Have great expectations for these!!!

you probably shouldnt ;P

[@gidd]

@ why?

@@gidd it's google and they do tons of shortcuts all the time, better to spend your money on other ear phones💁🏼‍♂️

[@gidd]

@ Like what? galaxy buds? those are expensive ,there is no other good android alternative not to mention how great these would work with android

[@yugaanshh]

@@gidd I think both of then cost the same

[@---nv4fz]

Are you related to adam catterall

[@bthome123]

"just like the original pixel buds". He must have said that about a dozen times. Would be nice to know if there is any difference.

[@BanayatK1d]

No volume controls

[@billy_lamb]

great review! fancy picking up a pair now; one downside though - 'lughole'

[@azeemk8205]

Thanks for beeping that didn't want to trigger my phone🙌

[@iLLWiLL173]

These are great...but why couldn't they make them in black instead of that dark olive color...why not dark grey or something..come on Google.

[@d3knot]

Now I just need the Pixel Watch.

[@narahitesh1341]

ain't gonna come , they already acquired fit-bit brand .

[@arunkarthikma3121]

@@narahitesh1341 Actually that is more argument that they will do exactly this. Like Apple buying Beats by Dre Not to mention, they've now "partnered" with Samsung for WearOS. We could get Samsung's superior Health and fitness apps. This could also possibly improve Wear OS's power efficiency

[@ihave7sacks]

@@narahitesh1341 This comment didn't age well

[@narahitesh1341]

@@ihave7sacks yeah , should have waited for that tensor chip news 😂 , that's where google started being apple

[@adagiocastleanos8034]

BEST KZbinR EVER💯❤️

[@chriskrausesmovie]

Do they come with bezels

[@mattsanchez4893]

Newest product, best review, must be Chris!

[@gostfalcon]

Do these work well with Motorcycle helmets?

[@antimanti4666]

considering their size, yeah they should

[@russelllapua4904]

"Connection stayed strong and stable at all times" - excellent! "Even in a busy area like a high street" - great! "Or a school playground" - sweet! wait what

[@DrakeHornby]

His got kids.

[@HerrAlexanderT]

always enjoying your reviews but for these I will have to pass. Price to value ratio is a bit steep and unjustifyable. i'll stick to my Creative Outlier Air which were the best £30 ever spent on a Black Friday. Battery is superior to many of these overpriced, audio quality is way too decent and 1 year in and still holding strong. With these in-ear you either go to Senheiser and spend the money or struggle to choose among so many mid range overpriced out there.

[@mutiatun9806]

looks great in there

[@madmann6723]

Do they have the volume swipe control?

[@ramees9585]

Nope!

[@servantbyday]

What the video or look it up, cheers.

[@lewis4929]

10:01. Gotta get that ad revenue 😂

[@weplayallthetime]

I am really annoyed by the controls of these….i really hve to pop my phone out to change the volume

[@rodpeterson4857]

Why not review some decent buds like the Melomania +1 🇬🇧

[@alextitcomb]

I was trying to decide between these and them.

[@rangojango2698]

Just me who only watches Chris when he spaffs out his phone reviews and nothing else 😂

[@sethik44]

If I heard the words "lug holes" one more time I was going to f#$king lose it.

[@Class43Goat]

hmmm I got these free with my pixel 7a I ordered they seem pretty good tbh (especially when you consider they were free)