Samsung Galaxy Buds LIVE Review

The first 1000 people who click the link in the description will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: skl.sh/thaohuynh0820. Samsung just welcomed a new member to their true wireless earphone family: The Galaxy Buds Live. The whole bean joke has been overused so I’ll spare you all, but they’re definitely an interesting shape that don’t actually look that crazy once they’re in your ears. Equipped with ANC, triple mics for better call quality and large 12mm drivers with sound tuned by AKG. After spending a good amount of time with them, here are my final thoughts. This is my full review of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live.
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[@Thao]

💬 First 1000 people will get a 2 month FREE trial of Skillshare Premium: skl.sh/thaohuynh0820. ✌️ What’s your favorite color of the Galaxy Buds Live? Mystic White, Black or Bronze?! 🛒 Samsung Galaxy Buds Live - geni.us/fjMv (Affiliate Link) 💬 THE TECH SPECS » MSRP $169 USD / $249 CAD » Bluetooth 5.0 » Codecs: SBC, AAC, Scalable » Supports Quick Charging (5mins in case: 60min play) » IPX2 water-resistance (Can resist water that hits the product at a 15° angle or less)

[@BurritoMaster]

I love yooou

[@winningblack5112]

Black is my favorite.

[@ishaanpatel7213]

White

[@ajaysati3979]

Bronze

[@ebotebot-arrey1462]

Mystic bronze

[@eeestrada8392]

Low key having ear buds while laying on the side of your pillow without it bothering you is gotta be the biggest plus

[@Sk-rj9jf]

Really , i bought it yesterday but i cant wear it for more than a hour, my ears hurt 😞

[@lazzar1903]

The best thing about these bud's is no ear wax problems.

[@808G8GT]

Well if you keep your ears cleaned....like everyone should....you won't have ear wax problems with any brand of ear buds. Lmfao!!

[@2muchjpop]

The worst thing about eat wax problems, people don't clean their damn ears! My buds stay clean for months and I wear them for many hours everyday. Literally everyday

[@jackFatal]

Amen

[@bradavon]

Yeah that's gross

[@bradavon]

@@2muchjpop you're not supose to go sticking things in your ears, it's dangerous and you can actually block your ears. Doctor's advice to leave your ears be.

[@Kamodomon]

OMG YES! Finally someone used them while on a pillow! This is the ONE THING I keep looking at reviews for and no one really talks about that. AWESOME!

[@cheemkoelperrovaliente6884]

My god i love Thao's reviews

[@jonathanjohnson9910]

They also have an option for block touch. That way you can control music etc from the phone. Perfect for bedheads

[@anlanther]

Omg, I'm so happy I'm not the only one that looks for this!

[@ayman.ibrahim]

@@jonathanjohnson9910 where's this option please?

[@jonathanjohnson9910]

@@ayman.ibrahim im the galaxy wearable app for the buds live. Options directly under the eq guage

[@ryandickerson2329]

You are the most dedicated KZbinr I know! Whenever I need help with Samsung tech, I come to your channel. Keep up the good work!

[@kamipanchibi9888]

I second this she's killing it!

[@Cepphusxx]

True!

[@Enginor]

Simp

[@SC2point0]

Thao's ability to create smart, fun, informative reviews that clock in under 10 minutes is amazing. And shoutout to her perfect eyebrows lol.

[@scottnorton9304]

good job putting that buds phone call audio sample, seen way too many reviews that don't even mention calls

[@KapitalElement]

This girl could just read me the instruction manual to these ear buds and I would still watch her videos

[@yahhoo69]

Simping hard

[@waynejoyner432]

@@yahhoo69 LMAOOOO

[@beholdtheresaking8819]

Me too haha 😄 😆 😅 😂 🤣 🙃 or some voice assistant She be like ; hi it's thao here welcome back , what can I do for you!?😛😋

[@KapitalElement]

MrLight bro way to call me out lol

[@nasseryousif1222]

Simpy

[@JownasFisk]

I've been watching a lot of reviews of the buds live since the reveal, you are the first one to mention google assistant, thank you for that (even if I already pre ordered them, whoops!).

[@AStoic-th4hr]

Thank you!!!! You are the first and only person I have seen to do a phone vs Buds Live mic test

[@CaioEvertonTB]

I can't believe these seems to be the perfect earbuds for me! No more pressure, ear wax problems, being oblivious to the surroundings and needing to taking them off in the bed! Great video, definitely sold me on them!

[@ealas12]

She keeps it real like FLOSSY CARTER...I like that 💯

[@HarshThe119]

gigity

[@--.._..--...--.._..--...--....]

I'm so shocked I searched KZbin for "how buds Live feel in your ears" and this video came first, and it was exactly what I needed to know!! Thank you for helping and addressing us ear fatigue fighters 🙏🏽

[@Ishayat]

You managed to include all the necessary detail, touched all the needed information without making the video too long! Looking forward to see similar contents as a subscribed viewer!

[@adriancruz8633]

I loved this review, was wearing my Galaxy Buds Live while listening to this. Missed opportunity with Samsung calling them the Galaxy Beans.

[@museitup4741]

Wow this was legit the most useful review i've seen so far, and i've watched a LOT of videos. You've answered every question objectively. thanks so much!

[@mikerodriguez2565]

Got my buds live last week. My first true wireless ear buds. I'm enjoying them

[@Unborn8436]

One of the best reviews for these with the outside call quality, pairing, eq settings. Keep it up!! Not sure if ill trade my buds+ for these though..

[@hopefullyhonest3104]

I love this review thank you for not being biased and giving an honest review. Just bought my buds in mystic bronze coming in on Wednesday!!! Can't wait to have them along my Note 20 Ultra ahhhh!!!💕

[@MacBjorn]

The pillow test! Thank you

[@DjMisphet23HWC]

Great vid!, i have the Buds Live mystic black, as you said, everybody's ears are lil different, mine stay in place an dont slip at the gym. I love the sound quality! The battery life reminds me of the regular Galaxy Buds and ANC not impressive, but where they lack i believe the new ergonomic design, sound quality and how super comfortable they are make up for it! Cant wait to get my Note 20 Ultra this Friday to match my buds live! #teamsamsung

[@nasia6712]

Love this! Appreciate the perspective of someone that looks like me😂 Also I love that you’re straight to the point, concise, easy to understand. So detailed!!!! Your vid had the info I had to gleam from a combo of 3 others on youtube

[@andymcgreal2382]

Definitely adding a pair in black to match my Note 20 Ultra. Thanks Thao!

[@gcforreal]

Love my buds live.. Sounds is really good for open design buds and the bass and call quality is improved from buds plus

[@SaiferFreeStyle]

The buds plus must be really garbage in terms of sound quality. And this is suppose to be the upgraded version of it?

[@gcforreal]

@@SaiferFreeStyle no most say the buds plus are comparable or better to the airpods pro. They don't touch the Sony or the anker pro 2 but they are good. These have a more spaced out but warmer puncher sound to them and the microphone is great for calls.

[@gcforreal]

@@SaiferFreeStyle and no not an upgrade two different products categories

[@SaiferFreeStyle]

@@gcforreal I have the Sony WH-XB900N which is an "Over-Ear" headphone. And you have Samsung "Buds" live. Over-Ear & Buds yes! two "Different" Category Audio. Point is we are talking about Samsung Galaxy "Buds" Plus & your Samsung Galaxy "Buds" Live which is in One product Category Audio. Thank you!

[@gcforreal]

@@SaiferFreeStyle well I wasn't talking about those over the ear I was talking about the noise canceling totally wireless Sony buds with anc so I don't know why you brought up random over the ear headphones. Also buds plus are sealed in ear headphones and these are open ear buds with open but kinda weak open active noise canceling the next successor to the buds will also be a sealed designed buds live are not the sequel to the buds plus they are only six months apart

[@sunnydaze9527]

Excellent review. YOU have been the only one who covered all the concerns. None have covered the talking-on-the-phone concern, nor the ability to use a single bean while the other is charging. This is a super advantage in my line of work! I am a fan of FORM, but FUNCTION comes first. I usually go Black to hide the fact I am sporting a bud. However, I may just go with the Bronze. HA! Thanks for a great review on both form and function!

[@wongjuan344]

Awesome video! Really like that you showed what the phone mic sounded like no one does that!

[@NBTJacklyn]

Love the intro!

[@Thao]

Awe, thanks Jacklyn! 😊

[@braydenrhodes6662]

@@Thao do you think these are suitable for small ears. Or are the buds plus better for that?

[@zckom]

Thanks for the review. I am already using Buds Plus as my daily earphones and it works like charm. I like how it blocks almost every single sound with its passive noise cancellation. Even though I will get a pair of Buds Live, I might just sell it off since the ANC is not really good.

[@NintendoNerdKim]

Great video!!! I was wondering how the fit would be considering this is the first bud of its kind with that unique shape. Nice to see Samsung go into that realm! If I didn't purchase the BTS Buds + last month I would have considered these. Love how detailed you are when reviewing any product! 🙂

[@lorenzoreyguitar]

You've improved so much over time I hope your channels continues to grow, love your videos!

[@Thao]

Thank you! I truly appreciate it.

[@theblacksorrow]

I've got mine this Sunday... sound is really good tbh and I really love that I can hear the surrounding at work because my colleagues always complain that I can't hear them when I'm using previous buds even without playing music 😅😅 ANC is not the greatest but based on their design it's OK (ANC worked with me after 24 hours once I finally knew how to put them on properly in my ears 🤣) the fit is absolutely amazing first time I use the buds until they die on me because I didn't need to take em off to listen to ppl and they're very comfortable once you know how to put them in your ears

[@arjunsuresh29]

I'm so glad we have Thao to review all the samsung products out there. Cheers!!

[@bryanceasarlising8034]

been waiting for this review. thanks Thao. 😊

[@IxWIZARDRYxI]

Great review, Thao. Mine is coming today, and I have chosen them in Mystic Black. Keep up the wonderful work!

[@Tech-nicallyBlack]

I've been watching you since your first videos and I think you're from my city. No wonder why I loved your videos.

[@exory_]

Hi Thao i love your videos and reviews theyre so helpfull and entertaining, your energy and enthusiasm on tech is amazing!. I see how much work goes into each honest review and thanks for that. Can you do a review on the DuoLink earbuds and speakers please? Thankyou and keep up the great work 🙌

[@pramitthebest]

Great review! Thanks for comparing the mic quality relative to note 20 and the outside audible noise when you are listening to the music.

[@trancegemsspotify]

Love your video's Thao!! You have a great positive vibe going on

[@EE-xw4sb]

Your eye makeup match the wallpaper on your monitor at the background and your eyebrows look great! 😁 As usual your review is awesome!

[@nivinhanna]

Great review. You cover every aspect I was keen to hear about! 👍

[@malegazeofficial]

i really enjoyed this review, i thought it was very thorough and transparent! subscribed would love to see more of those for other companies also, like jabra or sony

[@ouranhshc100]

thanks so much for the honest review. honestly i don't mind the shape. these are the first version of these so maybe they'll improve for the next ones. 🤔

[@elmereicuevas4162]

Thao is really my go-to KZbinr for Samsung device reviews. Love your content! 🥰🥰🥰

[@xavihernandez6598]

oooo Nice! Thanks for this video. I was looking at these to replace my current galaxy buds. I wanted something I can use for longer periods of time and don't feel like plugs in my ears lol. I will go for the white or black ones

[@georged7627]

I got these yesterday and really like the invasive structure, sits perfect in my ear...cheers 😊🤘🏾

[@dave05honduras]

I'd rather have some ear buds that look like bean shaped hearing aids with great audio quality than a tampon look alike buds that sound average. Great review 😁

[@darnellhoward660]

Hahahaha

[@quangminhvu2233]

So funny😂😂

[@alloverdaplace2043]

The beans don't fit as well as airpods do for me. I had to return them.

[@melvinfreeman4040]

Uh oh! You’re not referring to Air Pods by chance😀👍🏾?

[@terriersforever23]

Apple products are expensive but they just work,I found these buds hurt my ears and the sounds wasn’t very loud either,AirPods Pro are more expensive but they blow the beans out of the water

[@darthstig5727]

Thanks for the review, looking forward to trying these, getting them “free” with my pre-order of the Note 20 Ultra. Love all your reviews. Honest, cheerful, upbeat. Just what we need in these dreary pandemic times. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@marilinpuig8562]

Got mine today....love them. So comfortable and they sound great.

[@Versatilizando]

Perfect review. Exactly what I'm experiencing. Your channel is awesome.

[@kingkeah7857]

I've never been so early. I love how you review tech!!!

[@nizambiru76]

Literally the best and honest review of the galaxy buds live. Thanks you so much and keep making these awesome video.

[@ebotebot-arrey1462]

Would've loved it if you did a review of the mystic bronze buds live so it matches with your mystic bronze note 20 ultra and watch 3.

[@jacquelinmontes4476]

I really liked your review. It was concise, informative and professional. Thank You!

[@BurritoMaster]

One of the best tech reviewers

[@mon58428]

I love galaxy buds live design! Great review! 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

[@kishennaicker6852]

Love your vids !!

[@bnoza2022]

Thao btw I mostly come here to watch you. Sttaight gorgeous. The thorough quality review I get from you is just a bonus. 😁

[@Outrageousevil2010]

So loving your reviews❤❤💯 but when are you gonna do one on the fold2. Im wanting to get one but its on back order now love to hear your thoughts on the phone 😁

[@asifyusoff5377]

Great review Thao. Glad to hear that it is comfortable to the ear. Would love to try them but my priority now is galaxy tab s7+. Hope it is bundled together.

[@zt9233]

As a tech nerd that reads the spec sheets. I want to thank you for the human review. It always feels honest and direct but not negative.

[@BWT599]

Thanks for this great review. I purchased the live to pair with my new Fold 3. I heard people were getting ear infections from the Buds pro. I use Air Pod pros with my iPad but wanted to leave the air pods paired with the iPad. Basically will be using the live on walks, and lounging around the house.

[@riimendoza4548]

Smiling all the way from Singapore whenever Thao posts new content.. 👩‍💻 Pre ordered Note 20 Ultra📱+ Buds Live 🥜 coming on 27th.. Can't wait to try them beans.. 🔥

[@MrPahwloo]

Great review! I love the practical perspective.

[@BRUINSS]

Picked up a pair 2 weeks ago Samsung hit a grand slam with these they're so comfortable👍

[@g19seattle38]

Nice review, thanks. Samsung now has a rubber sleeve that helps the fit. They work really well and now allow for vigorous exercise/movement.

[@starstruckcentral]

The video/audio desync for a couple of seconds after forwarding a KZbin video is a fantastic catch! I doubt any other reviewers picked up on it.

[@Sereno44]

I love your videos because you're so sharp and get right to point... I'm going get a safe Bugs +

[@andresvillagomez75]

Eric Bolanos she’s the baddest Asian out

[@Lee-tt9fe]

Great balanced review. I prefer these to my Galaxy Buds as they don't go deep into the ear canal. Super comfortable with no ear fatigue.

[@arndismoahjartardottir8084]

Thank you for you honest review - Well done, very informing :)

[@emeraldeity_]

OMG LOL - 1st off, amazing review. Thank you! Every single question I had was answered and w elaboration which I appreciate so much. As I was watching, you were selling me on the mystic white, especially bc I have the s22 ultra in the matte white..... I laughed so hard at very end bc you felt like you should have picked up the mystic bronze instead! Of course! The only other color I was considering as well. And so, anxiety is induced since Prime Day is over in about 49 minutes 🙃

[@bradbarrass860]

Tab s7 plus review? Loved the vid Thao!

[@techcave_anarchy]

thank you, almost none other channel test switching connection, much appreciated

[@gksrbqls91]

I like your call demonstrations! I think it would be good to know how it sounds in a crowded places like eaton center lol

[@quinnchau7166]

With the nexdock touch coming out, what do you think about getting it rather a Samsung tab s7 plus? That's an interesting comparison to make when you review the tab s7+ for sure

[@jacobsladder375]

Been watching your videos for quite sometime but all sudden noticed I wasn't subscribed. Resolved that in a jippy. Thanks

[@debatron]

I just had to say this is the best out of all the buds live reviews I've watched! You covered all the points I was curious about. Also great to see a female face in a tech review! Thanks :)

[@brianwolters7560]

I'm still using mine today...I've been tempted by the Buds Pro or Buds 2 but I love the way these fit and don't know if I can go back to "in-ear"...

[@cubbz5]

Received mines today love em

[@rebirth2526]

just a review that has answers for what I looking for, thank you!

[@ejnichols05]

Great review as usual!! You sold me on wearing them laying down and how comfortable they felt while laying down. Thanks!!

[@trishpeters967]

This was a great review! Definitely subscribing 🤗

[@terrygujjar999]

Thao, what's that yellow light/shade on your forehead? I noticed it in one of your other videos as well and I liked the bronze colour of these live buds. I'm already using Samsung buds gen 1 and I think I'll stick with them as they're still good as new.

[@TenogradR5]

I love these Buds Live, especially since I can were them below a headset and listen to two devices at once. Much more comfortable and I gave up on my Buds+ because it also works fine for me working out and I don't mind listening to my surroundings as well.

[@johnarchary8584]

Great review! It also launches Cortana when connected to a Microsoft PC/Tablet.

[@Thao]

Nice!

[@iamsurajsharma]

The pillow test 👍🏻 awesome.

[@EliSantana]

Love the Beans. Supper comfortable and great sound quality. One thing that sucks though it the audio lag. Supposedly there's a low latency option for Galaxy devices and it sucks that it's not available elsewhere.

[@kingunderstanding]

I got an S20 Ultra about a month ago and considered getting the Buds Plus but decided to wait on these. Looking forward to getting them. My first true wireless buds 😁

[@TechyLogy]

Amazing 👏 as always ❤

[@GamingandfitRN]

You give us some awsome reviews 👌

[@dlhorne42]

I have some of these on the way with my N20U. Seems like they would be good for podcast listening at work where you want to maintain some situational awareness (assuming this COVID-19 working from home ever ends!). I wish Samsung would hire you to introduce all of the new products at their Unpacked events. That last one was...a bit rough.

[@melvinfreeman4040]

David Horne Was Apple’s better?

[@dlhorne42]

@@melvinfreeman4040 I haven't watched theirs so I can't say.

[@melvinfreeman4040]

Apple.com or YT. You just might prefer not to watch which is fine. Spoiler :They announce the future use of their own Silicon chip in their computers. It was pretty good! I wouldn’t expect the same level of presentation from Samsung. Yet, I truly thought Samsung’s was nearly as good. KZbinrs have expressed their disdain strongly.

[@paulnguyen1121]

hi e @ThaoHuynh thanks for this video. I just got my earbuds and loved it!

[@exquisitebb]

Just picked up the white joints. I agree on the noise canceling being pretty much nonexistent, disagree on others being able to hear what I'm listening to. Either way they're definitely an upgrade from my Buds. White Note 20 Ultra coming up next.

[@NhipSaiGon]

A great review, thank you!

[@carltonfludd7064]

Great video!

[@richired7]

Thanks to you I’m really thinking about getting them.. and primarily for that resting in the pillow with them on.. cuz I cannot do that with the AirPods

[@rc6445]

I just bought these in rose gold color! I love using them to listen to podcasts while doing errands!

[@vladhmch]

Great review and setting the right expectations. I need an earbud that is going to be comfortable to wear for long periods, doesn't completely shut out the world around me an has great sound. Hopefully this is it. I'll be purchasing it. Great review!

[@xParrish]

Thao gives the most Complete reviews on Samsung Products. Mahalo for your Honest review.

[@samuellee8294]

Honestly this is the best review of these Buds on YT

[@kenyaarkansasgurl1546]

I'm definitely gonna get a pair of those for my birthday next month too go with my watch & s10e phone