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| Galaxy Buds3 | Sport Open Earbuds | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $179.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $199 (US launch price) |
| Notes | — | New 2026 model (product code SPORTOPN26), not the 2021 Bose Sport Open Earbuds; no Immersive Audio, Cinema Mode or aptX |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦252,000 | ₦278,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Bose |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | July 24, 2024 | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 (SM-R530) | Sport Open Earbuds |
| Price | $179.99 | $199 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 11mm | — |
| Driver Type | 1-way dynamic driver | Custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Sound Features | Adaptive ANC, Adaptive EQ, 360 Audio | Bose OpenAudio Tech |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, Adaptive ANC | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | Galaxy Wearable app | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, Adaptive EQ + presets | Yes, adjustable bass, mid and treble in Bose app |
| Other Features | — | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ; Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Ambient / Adaptive | — |
| Touch Controls | Pinch/swipe stem controls | Textured physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Bixby, Google Assistant/Gemini | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.4 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| Multipoint | Auto Switch across Samsung Galaxy ecosystem | Yes, two devices |
| Range | ~10m (typical) | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, MP3 VBR, Samsung Seamless Codec (SSC) | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Silver, White | Black, White Smoke, Eucalyptus Green (limited edition) |
| Dimensions | Earbud 18.1 x 20.4 x 31.9mm; Case 58.9 x 48.7 x 24.4mm | Earbud: 20.0 x 25.0 x 27.9 mm; Case: 48.3 x 67.9 x 29.6 mm |
| Form Factor | Open-fit, stem/"blade" design | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 | IP54 (sweat, water and dust) |
| Materials | Recycled plastic (fishing nets/water barrels) | Polycarbonate and silicone, soft matte finish; translucent textured case lid |
| Weight | 4.7g per earbud | 5.9 g (single earbud), 47.2 g (case), 59 g (total) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 48mAh; Case 515mAh | — |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min = up to 1.8 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 6 hrs (ANC off) / 5 hrs (ANC on); 30 hrs / 24 hrs total with case | Earbuds: Up to 7 hours; With case: Up to 22 additional hours (29 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-certified | Yes (wireless charging case) |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, SpeechClarity Tech |
| Mic Count | 3 mics + Voice Pickup Unit per earbud | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Digital mics + VPU, ML-based noise reduction, Super Wideband voice | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Bixby / Gemini, touch-activated | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | Not included | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Open-fit, no silicone eartips (fixed design) | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | None notable | Charging case |
| Included Items | — | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Main Device | Earbuds + transparent-top charging case | 2 Bose Sport Open Earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Warranty Card | Included (region-dependent) | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | Android 10.0+ and iOS | — |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Supported Devices | Galaxy smartphones/tablets/Galaxy Book (full), other Android/iOS (basic) | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | Samsung's first AirPods-style open-fit blade design with IP57 durability and Galaxy AI Interpreter support. | The Bose Sport Open Earbuds (2026) are C-arm cuff open-ear earbuds built for workouts, with custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio and textured physical buttons. |