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Today, at its October hardware event, Google announced its second-generation Pixel Buds earbuds, the follow-up to the original Pixel Buds, which came out in 2017. The Pixel Buds add more battery life and are true wireless earbuds, coming in at $179.
The new Pixel Buds come in a larger, egg-shaped case versus the flatter case of its predecessor.
The company says “the experience comes to you” — hands-free access to the Google assistant means you don’t have to turn to your phone. Just say “Hey Google” and then you can resume whatever you were doing.
The Pixel Buds’ long-range Bluetooth connection makes it so they can be used even when your phone isn’t with you. Inside, the Pixel Buds can stay connected up to three rooms away, and outside,…