Tag: Galaxy Buds Live

Galaxy Buds Update Tracker: New Updates for Galaxy Buds Pro & Buds 2
In this Samsung Galaxy Buds-related article, we always give you the latest information about new firmware updates. If it’s first-gen Galaxy Buds or new Galaxy Buds 2, we will cover all the earbuds. You will know when Samsung has released a new software update for Galaxy Buds earbuds, and what changes it brings. Also, we will cover, if Samsung is planning to bring new features or other services in its upcoming updates.
Update (August 24): The two major earbuds from Samsung are receiving new software updates today. After the launch of the Galaxy Buds Pro 2, it is the first time Samsung has dispatched new updates for its older watches. As per the changelog, these are the regular firmware to stabilize performance. The firmware number R190XXU0AVF1 is released in more countries for Buds Pro. The Buds 2 gets the firmware version R177XXU0AVF1 (Via) has been released. You can install the updates from the Galaxy Wearable app.
Update (July 04): The Galaxy Buds Pro has today received a new software update in South Korea. As per the changelog (see image below), it has applied stability to code to enhance its performance. The latest firmware version R190XXU0AVF1 has been rolled out for the earbuds with a 2.23MB file size. It will soon release in other countries for the Buds Pro. To check for the new firmware, head to the Galaxy Wearable app, and open Buds software update.
Update (June 27): Again nearly after a month, Samsung has deployed a regular check update for the Galaxy Buds 2. It has released June’s first firmware version for the new earbuds. The changelog only reads, ‘The terminal operation-related stabilization code has been applied. In such regular updates, Samsung never reveals which part the developers have fixed or improved, so you should find it yourself. The new firmware version R177XXU0AVF1 is available to download in South Korea via the Galaxy Wearable app. Here is the screenshot for the latest firmware version.
Update (May 30): A minor firmware version is heading for Galaxy Buds 2 earbuds. It is a tiny update that does not bring any new features or significant changes to the Samsung earbuds. It has been dispatched to stabilize the device and fix minor bugs & other issues. The changelog only mentions stabilization code has been applied, which means it is a regular monthly update. The firmware version R177XXU0AVE1 comes with a 3MB size and rolling out in South Korea.
Update (Dec 13): In the latest firmware version, Galaxy Buds 2 has gained a new call control option in Touch Control. The detect wearing earbuds during calls feature which has recently been introduced on Buds Pro, Buds+ Buds Live has also come to Buds 2. The firmware version R177XXUA0UL2 is now spreading in South Korea. To install the update, first, update Galaxy Buds 2 Plugin app to the 4.0.21112451 version.
Update (Dec 06): After a long period of time, Samsung has released new firmware for the Galaxy Buds Pro earbuds. In the home country, the earbuds received the R190XXU0AUK1 build number the file package is 2.23MB. In the new version, the company has added a new setting to detect wearing earbuds during calls. Further, Samsung has squashed minor bugs to provide more stability and improved performance.
The firmware version for Galaxy Buds Pro is currently releasing in South Korea, and soon you will receive it in your region. To check for the new version, go to the Galaxy Wearable app.
The new update is 2.97MB in size and can move to the Galaxy Wearable app to install. Refer to the below image to see the changelog for the new firmware on Galaxy Buds 2 earbuds.
It means it is just regular firmware for the new earbud from the company. In August, the first update was a major one for the Buds 2. It received noise control and customization to the ambient mode. The noise control allows users to control the noise of only one earbud, and customize the listening of ambient mode. Users can also use the Lab function to double-tap on the Edge feature.
The latest software is rolling out in major countries, and soon you will notice it on your Galaxy Buds
2. To check for the latest firmware, open the Galaxy Wearable app, and move to the Buds software update section. If you found any changes or enhancements in the version, then share them with us.
August 24, 2022
Samsung Implements 360 Audio Feature on Galaxy Buds 2 & Buds Live
After being exclusive for Galaxy Buds Pro for more than a year, the 360 audio feature has now come to other Galaxy Buds. The new Galaxy Buds 2 & Buds Live are now receiving new updates where Samsung has implemented this function. Both the earbuds have an affordable price tag, so earlier Samsung had opted out of this feature on new buds. With the new decision, the Buds 2 & Buds Live users can use 360 audio to listen to their favorite music & videos. The firmware was firstly launched in South Korea, and now, it is widely distributed in other countries.
With the 360 audio functions, by playing media songs or videos users can feel three-dimensional or 360-degree surrounding sound for an immersive environment. On the Galaxy Buds 2, Samsung has improved call quality, so you will not face call drops or other issues. Further, it has enhanced Bluetooth connectivity and stability on the buds. Some users were facing connectivity issues in the past, and this update might help it.
The changelog for Buds Live doesn’t mention any improvements in other areas, except overall stability. The latest firmware version R177XXU0AVC8 has been released for Galaxy Buds 2. The version R180XXU0AVC2 has rolled out for Galaxy Buds Live. Both earbuds are receiving these updates in South Korea, India, and some European countries. To get the new software, head to the Galaxy Wearable app, and check for pending updates.
April 5, 2022
Galaxy Buds 2 Features may not Come to Buds+ & Buds Live
Galaxy Buds 2 is the new & affordable earbuds from Samsung, which has been launched with some new features. After being exclusive to the Buds 2 for few weeks, some features have come to the Galaxy Buds Pro in its latest update. The Noise Control function and listening ambient sound during calls were the major functions that added to the previous earbuds. The Galaxy Buds Pro users received it but look like Galaxy Buds Live & Buds+ users may not be lucky to get these functions.
On the Samsung forum, the Galaxy Buds Manager has responded to the user’s query and denied any such update for Buds Live. He further said the functions applied for the new Galaxy Buds 2 & Buds Pro does not apply to Buds Live. The Noise Control function has two new features that users wanted to use. In noise control, users can enable noise control with only one earbud, and also customize ambient sound listening.
Lastly, Samsung has added functionality to listen to ambient sound during calls, which is another needy function. Samsung has forgotten Galaxy Buds & Buds+, but it could launch these features for Buds Live earbuds. The Buds Live is the first Samsung earbuds that offered active noise canceling function. We need to see what features the next firmware for Buds+ & Buds Live brings.
September 4, 2021
Galaxy Buds Live Receives Auto Switch & Hearing Aid Function
The latest Auto switching & hearing aid functions are now coming to the older Buds Live is the first one to get it. Both functions were first introduced on the new Galaxy Buds Pro. In the official news of the One UI 3.1 release, Samsung had promised to bring these features to Buds Live & Buds+ earbuds, and it has now started in the home country. With the Auto switch function, users can simply switch between different Galaxy devices.
It’s not all, your current playing audio will seamlessly switch to the newly connected Galaxy device. At this moment, it only supports Samsung Galaxy phones & tablets, and you have to update your phone to the One UI 3.1 version. The One UI 3.1 update is now rolling out in many countries, so you can expect this feature on your devices when you install it. The other features of a Hearing aid will help those users who are facing hearing issues. Those users can get a better hearing with their earbuds and leave their hearable device.
Further, the company has provided Buds control menu on the Bluetooth settings. Lastly, it has taken care of small issues to improve the sound, battery & connectivity of the earbuds. The firmware version R180XXUOAUB5 is now releasing in South Korea. It weighs 2.20MB in size, and soon it will release in the other regions.
February 23, 2021
Galaxy Buds Live User Manual Confirms Many Functions
The leaked user manual of Galaxy Buds Live is confirming many features that we have seen in different leaks. Samsung has accidentally leaked or intentionally posted the user manual of Galaxy Buds Live on the official website. Last week, the company has leaked some of the screenshots on its companion Galaxy Wearable app for iOS, which has revealed almost all the functions. It is now confirmed that the next earbuds will receive ANC function, which will be the first Samsung earbuds to get it. Actually, AKG N400 is the first earbuds comes with ANC feature from the company under the AKG brand.
It is the user manual, so you will get all the guides that necessary to pair the buds with a smartphone, and how to use it. It also confirms the Touch Control and its Equilizer with various other controls. There is plenty to learn from the manual like Gaming Mode and Relieve Pressure with Ambient sound. Along with it, we gathered a bunch of knowledge about the Galaxy Buds Live. The tipster Roland Quandt claims 4.5 hours of battery on earbuds, a three-microphone per setup, and 12mm dynamic drivers.
The next Samsung earbuds would launch on August 5 in the same event, where Samsung will launch Galaxy Note 20 series smartphones & Galaxy Watch 3 smartwatch. The price for the Galaxy Buds Live has been tipped for $169, and it will soon confirm in the launch event. By introducing various feature Samsung will give a good competitor to Apple AirPods Pro.
July 27, 2020