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| Galaxy Buds4 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 | March 11, 2026 | September 23, 2026 |
| Model Name | Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro (SM-R640) | Nova |
| Price | $249.99 | $299 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 11mm woofer + 5.5mm planar tweeter | — |
| Driver Type | 2-way system, dual amplifier (~20% larger woofer vs Buds3 Pro) | — |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz | — |
| Sound Features | SSC-UHQ 24-bit/96kHz, Enhanced Adaptive EQ, Adaptive ANC 2.0, 360 Audio, Voice Detect, Siren Detect, Auracast | — |
| Speakers | — | Open-ear speakers |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, Adaptive ANC 2.0 (5 strength settings) | — |
| App Support | Galaxy Wearable app, 9-band equalizer | — |
| Camera | — | 12 MP; Video: 3K |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, 9-band EQ | — |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Ambient / Adaptive | — |
| Storage | — | 32GB |
| Touch Controls | Pinch/swipe stem + head gesture (nod/shake for calls) | — |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, plus Voice Detect / Siren Detect | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Bixby, Google Gemini, Perplexity | Meta AI (built-in) |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.1 | — |
| Multipoint | Auto Switch across Galaxy ecosystem | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LC3, SSC, SSC-UHQ (24-bit/96kHz) | — |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Black, White, Pink Gold (online-exclusive) | Sandstone, Classic Black, Honey Tortoise, Sage |
| Dimensions | Earbud 18.1 x 19.6 x 30.9mm; Case 51 x 51 x 28.3mm | — |
| Form Factor | Sealed canal-fit design with silicone ear tips, pinch-control stem | AI glasses (pantos frame) with open-ear audio |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 (case not water-resistant) | — |
| Materials | Premium metal finish stem + plastic body | Pantos frame, 3-way adjustable nose pads, adjustable temple tips, overextension hinges |
| Weight | 5.1g per earbud | — |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | — |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 61mAh; Case 530mAh | — |
| 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, plus head-gesture accept/decline | — |
| Mic Count | 6 total (High-SNR digital mics + stem-base mic) | — |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | High-SNR mics, Super Wideband call tech | — |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Bixby / Gemini / Perplexity, touch and head-gesture | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | Not included | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 3 sizes silicone ear tips | — |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | None notable | — |
| Main Device | Earbuds + transparent clamshell case | — |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | — |
| Warranty Card | Included (2-year, US) | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | Android and iOS; SSC-UHQ requires One UI 6.1.1+ | — |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Supported Devices | Galaxy smartphones (full Galaxy AI incl. 360 Audio), other Android/iOS (basic) | — |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | Samsung's2026 flagship with a ~20% larger woofer, Adaptive ANC 2.0, Bluetooth 6.1, and head-gesture call controls. | The Meta Nova are Meta-branded AI glasses with a pantos frame, a 12MP camera and 3K video recording. |