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| Galaxy Buds3 FE | Liberty Buds 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-09-22 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $149.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $129.99 (US launch price) |
| Models | — | D1206 |
| Notes | — | TÜV Rheinland comfort certified |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦210,000 | ₦182,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Soundcore |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | In-ear true wireless earbuds (bean-shaped) |
| Launch Date | September 4, 2025 | September 4, 2026 |
| Model Name | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 FE (SM-R420) | Liberty Buds 2 |
| Price | $149.99 | $129.99 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 11mm | 9.2 mm |
| Driver Type | 1-way dynamic driver, single amplifier | 9.2 mm, PU + LCP composite diaphragm |
| Sound Features | 360 Audio, Enhanced ANC, Ambient mode, Adaptive EQ | Chip: Anker Thus AI chip |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, Enhanced ANC | Yes, Adaptive ANC 4.0 (6-sensor full-band system) |
| App Support | Galaxy Wearable app | Soundcore app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes | Yes, HearID 5.0 + AI Sound Enhancement in soundcore app |
| Other Features | — | HearID 5.0, AI Sound Enhancement, Dolby Audio, customizable EQ |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Ambient / Adaptive | ANC (Deep, Natural, Adaptive), Transparency, Game Mode, Dolby Atmos |
| Touch Controls | Swipe (volume) + pinch (play/pause/skip) | Yes |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Assistant Support | Bixby, Google Gemini (hands-free) | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 6.1 |
| Multipoint | Auto Switch (Galaxy devices + Galaxy Book 2020+) | Yes |
| Range | ~10m (typical) | 10 m |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, Samsung Seamless/Scalable Codec | LDAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Black, Gray | Mother of Pearl, Silver White, Glossy Black |
| Dimensions | Earbud 18.0 x 21.1 x 33.8mm; Case 50.0 x 50.0 x 27.7mm | — |
| Form Factor | Open-fit blade/stem design, matte finish | In-ear true wireless earbuds (bean-shaped) |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 | IP55 |
| Materials | Plastic, matte-finish housing | PU + LCP diaphragm; soft silicone ear wings |
| Weight | 5.0g per earbud | 4.7 g (each earbud) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C (cable not included) | Wireless charging case |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 53mAh; Case 515mAh | 60 mAh per earbud; 580 mAh case |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min = 4 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 8.5 hrs (ANC off) / 6 hrs (ANC on); 30 hrs / 24 hrs total with case | Earbuds: Up to 12 hours (ANC off), up to 7 hours (ANC on); With case: Up to 46 hours (ANC off), up to 27 hours (ANC on) |
| Wireless Charging | Not supported | Yes, Qi |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, call noise reduction (ENC) |
| Mic Count | 3 mics per earbud | 6 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Enhanced background noise reduction | 6 mics + 2 VPUs (8 sensors for calls) with AI large model |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Hands-free Gemini activation, Bixby | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | Not included | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 3 sizes (S/M/L) silicone tips | XXS, XS, S, M, L ear tips; ear wings sizes 0, 1, 2 |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | None notable | — |
| Main Device | Earbuds + charging case | — |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | — |
| Warranty Card | Included (2-year in US) | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | Android and iOS | Android, iOS |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Supported Devices | Galaxy smartphones/Galaxy Book 2020+ (full), other Android/iOS (basic) | — |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | A mid-range refresh of the Buds FE with the Buds3 blade design, 360 Audio, and Galaxy AI hands-free translation. | The Soundcore Liberty Buds 2 are bean-shaped in-ear earbuds with a 9.2 mm PU + LCP composite driver, powered by Anker's Thus AI chip with Adaptive ANC 4.0. |