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Google is pushing an update for its Pixel Buds Pro 2.
New features include adaptive audio and head gesture support.
The features should arrive over the next few weeks.
If you own Pixel Buds Pro 2, you soon might notice a big upgrade in your audio quality.
At last month's Made by Google event, the company revealed its new budget-friendly Pixel 2a buds and teased some upgrades for its Pixel Buds Pro 2 that debuted in 2024.
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Those upgrades are finally arriving as Google has announced that it's pushing its latest update to eligible devices. Here's a look at what's on the way for your earbuds.
What's new for your Pixel Buds Pro 2
1. Adaptive Audio: Your earbuds will now help you stay aware of your surroundings while still keeping out unwanted noise. Whether you're running, biking, riding the subway, or working out, your Pixel Buds Pro 2 will adapt to the level of noise around you. Apple's AirPods Pro 2 debuted a similar feature in 2023. Apple's AirPods Pro 2 debuted a similar feature in 2023.
2. Loud Noise Protection: If a loud noise occurs suddenly around you, like a fire truck's siren blaring, your earbuds will help reduce the level of sound that reaches your ears. However, Google explains that it's not suitable to guard against "sudden impulse sounds" like gunshots, explosions, or fireworks.
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3. Head gestures for calls and texts: Google says you can now manage calls and text messages without lifting a finger. By using specific head gestures, you can control your Pixel Buds with simple head movements. You can nod to answer a call or reply to a text, or shake your head to decline.
4. Improved Gemini Live interactions in noisy environments: If you've ever had trouble being heard by Gemini Live because of noise around you, you'll notice an improvement with this update. Google explains that advanced audio processing will now prioritize your voice and eliminate background noise, meaning your conversations with Gemini Live will be uninterrupted, even if people are talking around you.
Google says the update with these features, which will take about 10 minutes to install, will roll out to all users gradually and automatically -- just make sure you have your earbuds charged and connected. If you have automatic updates turned off, you can check manually by going to the Google Pixel Buds app, finding "More settings" and tapping "Firmware update."