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| Galaxy Buds3 Pro | Nova | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-09-23 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $249.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $299 (US launch price) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦350,000 | ₦418,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Meta |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | AI glasses with open-ear speakers |
| Launch Date | July 24, 2024 | September 23, 2026 |
| Model Name | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro (SM-R630) | Nova |
| Price | $249.99 | $299 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 10.5mm dynamic + 6.1mm planar tweeter | — |
| Driver Type | 2-way system (dynamic woofer + planar magnetic tweeter), dual amplifier | — |
| Sound Features | 24-bit/96kHz hi-res (SSC), Adaptive ANC, Adaptive EQ, 360 Audio, Interpreter translation | — |
| Speakers | — | Open-ear speakers |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, Adaptive ANC (~76% attenuation measured) | — |
| App Support | Galaxy Wearable app | — |
| Camera | — | 12 MP; Video: 3K |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, Adaptive EQ + custom presets | — |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Ambient / Adaptive | — |
| Storage | — | 32GB |
| Touch Controls | Pinch/swipe stem controls | — |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Bixby, Google Assistant/Gemini | Meta AI (built-in) |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | — |
| Multipoint | Auto Switch across Galaxy ecosystem | — |
| Range | ~10m (typical) | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, Samsung Scalable Codec, Samsung Seamless Codec (24-bit/96kHz) | — |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Silver, White | Sandstone, Classic Black, Honey Tortoise, Sage |
| Dimensions | Earbud 18.1 x 19.8 x 33.2mm; Case 58.9 x 48.7 x 24.4mm | — |
| Form Factor | Open/canal hybrid stem "blade" design with Blade Lights | AI glasses (pantos frame) with open-ear audio |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 | — |
| Materials | Recycled plastics, metal-accented stem | Pantos frame, 3-way adjustable nose pads, adjustable temple tips, overextension hinges |
| Weight | 5.4g per earbud | — |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | — |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 53mAh; Case 515mAh | — |
| Total Playtime | Up to 7 hrs (ANC off) / 6 hrs (ANC on); 30 hrs / 26 hrs total with case | 8+ hours |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-certified | — |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | — |
| Mic Count | 3 high-SNR mics + Voice Pickup Unit per earbud | — |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | High-SNR digital mics + VPU, dual-mic ML noise reduction, Super-Wideband voice | — |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Bixby / Gemini, touch-activated | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | Not included | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 3 sizes silicone ear tips (S/M/L) | — |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | None notable | — |
| Main Device | Earbuds + charging case | — |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | — |
| 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) | — |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | Samsung's flagship 2024 earbuds with a 2-way driver system, 24-bit hi-res SSC audio, and real-time AI Interpreter mode. | The Meta Nova are Meta-branded AI glasses with a pantos frame, a 12MP camera and 3K video recording. |