Samsung Unveils Galaxy Buds 4 and Pro Earbuds

Samsung unveiled its latest wireless earbuds, the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, at the Galaxy Unpacked event on February 25, 2026, with both models hitting retail shelves on March 11. Priced at $179 for the standard Galaxy Buds 4 and $249 for the Pro version, the earbuds introduce refined designs and advanced audio features tailored primarily for users within the Samsung ecosystem, though they remain compatible with other Bluetooth devices.

The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro feature a dual-driver setup, including an 11mm woofer for bass and a 5.5mm planar tweeter for highs, each with dedicated amplifiers to minimize distortion. This configuration delivers detailed sound with punchy bass, clear mids, and sparkling treble, supporting high-resolution audio via Samsung's Seamless Codec at up to 24-bit/96kHz when paired with compatible Samsung phones. Testers noted strong instrument separation and a wide soundstage, particularly for genres like hip-hop and rock, though the full potential requires a premium streaming service like Tidal. The standard Galaxy Buds 4, by contrast, use a single 11mm driver, providing bright and detailed audio but with less defined bass that can become muddy...