Google Pixel Buds 2a Launched: Active Noise Cancellation and AI Gemini Headphones

Compact design, all day comfort

The Google Pixel Buds 2a are designed to be smaller and lighter than the previous A-series, inspired by the Pixel Buds Pro 2. The headphones have an adjustable rotating fixed ring and come with 4 ear tip sizes to suit many users.

The device is IP54 water and sweat resistant, giving you peace of mind when exercising or walking in the rain. Pixel Buds 2a come in 2 colors Iris and Hazel, perfectly synchronized with other Pixel devices.

Powerful sound quality thanks to Tensor A1 chip

At the heart of the Google Pixel Buds 2a is the Tensor A1, a chip dedicated to audio processing, bringing active noise cancellation ANC with Silent Seal 1.5 to the A-series for the first time.

The headphones feature custom drivers and high-frequency resonance chambers for immersive music and podcasts. Windscreens and Google AI dramatically improve call quality.

Google Pixel Buds 2a also have double the battery life of the first generation, providing 7 hours of continuous music listening with ANC on and up to 20 hours with the charging case. Notably, for the first time, the charging case can replace the battery to extend the product's life.

AI Gemini: smart assistant right in your ear

Google Pixel Buds 2a are integrated with Gemini, allowing you to listen - ask - work hands-free. From message summaries, coffee shop suggestions, to "Hey Google" voice control, everything is within earshot. Users can also customize the long press action to call the assistant.

Smooth connection with Pixel phone

The headphones support Multipoint, easily switching between multiple devices at once, and Fast Pair for instant connection to Pixel phones.

The Find Hub feature helps you quickly find your headphones, showing the exact location on a map or playing a sound when nearby.

Price and release date

Google Pixel Buds 2a are available for pre-order for $129 and will be available starting October 9 at the Google Store and retailers.