What to Buy > Audio Google Pixel Buds A-Series: Price, Features, and Specs A more affordable pair of Pixel Buds By Tim Fisher Tim Fisher Senior Vice President & Group General Manager, Tech & Sustainability Emporia State University Tim Fisher has more than 30 years' of professional technology experience. He's been writing about tech for more than two decades and serves as the SVP and General Manager of Lifewire. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on May 20, 2024 Reviewed by Ryan Perian Reviewed by Ryan Perian Western Governors University Ryan Perian is a certified IT specialist who holds numerous IT certifications and has 12+ years' experience working in the IT industry support and management positions. lifewire's editorial guidelines We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. In This Article View All In This Article Features Specs and Hardware Frequently Asked Questions The Pixel Buds A-Series earbuds are available in three colors (Charcoal, Clearly White, and Dark Olive) and cost about $100. They're a cheaper alternative to the Pixel Buds Pro, which are about double the price. Google released the A-Series in 2021. Google Google Pixel Buds A-Series Features One significant change between these buds and previous generations is that the original Pixel Buds established a connection to your phone via just one earbud and then relayed the signal to the other earbud. This pair connects both to your phone. Here are some other noteworthy features: Touch controls so you can tap to answer calls, play and pause music, and skip tracks.Adaptive Sound increases/decreases the volume based on your surroundings.IPx4 water protection rating, so you don't have to worry about rain or sweat ruining them.Google Translate (including real-time translations) and Google Assistant are accessible via voice commands if you have an Assistant-enabled Android 6.0+ device and internet connection.Beamforming microphones focus on your voice and reduce outside noise.Find My Device lets you hear your Pixel Buds ring if they’re close or view their last known location on a map. Google The earbuds also have a more secure fit thanks to the stabilizer arc. They also have spatial vents to relieve pressure, so they don't don't feel like earplugs. View on Amazon View on Best Buy View on B&H Photo Video Pixel Buds A-Series Specs and Hardware Pixel Buds A-Series Specs Earbud Size: 0.81 x 1.15 x 0.69 inches 0.18 oz Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 Audio: 12mm dynamic speaker driver Passive noise reduction Spacial vent for in-ear pressure reduction Voice: Dual beamforming microphones Battery: 5 hrs; 2.5 hrs talk time With charging case: 24 hrs; 12 hrs talk time 15m charge delivers 3 hrs, or 1.5 hrs talk time Charging: USB-C Sensors: Capacitive touch sensors Single IR proximity sensors Motion-detection accelerometer Colors: Charcoal, Clearly White, Dark Olive Requires: Any Bluetooth 4.0 device; Android 6.0+ for more features FAQ How do you pair the Pixel Buds A-Series? If you use a Pixel phone or a phone running Android 6.0+, you can fast pair it with the Pixel A-Series buds. Open the charging case with the buds still inside, then press and hold the pairing button in the back until the white status light starts flashing. A pop-up notification on your phone guides you through the rest of the setup process. If you don't receive a notification, go into Bluetooth settings and tap Pair new device to finish. How do you wear the Pixel Buds A-Series? To get the right fit, gently insert the bud into your ear and rotate it back and forth until it stays put and feels comfortable. The stabilizer arc should be tucked into your ear, not poking out. You can also swap out the ear tips for larger or smaller-sized ones if you need a better fit. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up