Apple Announces Beats Studio Buds+ Wireless Earbuds

May 17 2023, 08:10
From time to time, Apple reminds us that it owns another band called Beats, where products don't necessarily suffer the scrutiny endured by all the Cupertino products, allowing it to innovate and surprise when we least expect it. Beats announced the new Studio Buds+, expanding the Studio Buds lineup with enhanced features for both iOS and Android users, featuring better sound, upgraded Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency modes, IPX4 sweat and water resistance and up to 36-hours of battery life.

The new Beats Studio Buds+ are available in Black / Gold, Ivory, and a new transparent look and boast major improvements to Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Transparency, call performance and battery life to deliver an exceptional true wireless experience. Available to order for US $169.99.

"As our fastest-selling product ever since its launch, Beats Studio Buds are beloved earphones for so many people around the world and we’re thrilled to be taking them to the next level," says Oliver Schusser, Vice President of Beats and Apple Music. "With beautiful new colors to choose from and vast improvements to Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency, call performance and battery life, Beats Studio Buds+ deliver an unmatched combination of fashion and function for both iOS and Android consumers."

Three new acoustic vents improve audio precision and gently relieve pressure for a more comfortable all-day fit. And with four ear tip options (XS, S, M & L) to fit a wider range of ears, the new Studio Buds+ create a comfortable acoustic seal for the best listening experience while also securing your earbuds in place.

Specified with Class 1 Bluetooth technology - as with all Apple products - the new Beats Studio Buds+ offer extended range and exceptional cross-body performance, meaning reliable connectivity and fewer dropouts. Beats’ custom acoustic platform offers a powerful, balanced sound, with each earbud equipped with a proprietary two-layer dynamic driver that flexes to deliver cleaner bass and ultra-low distortion. For Apple Music users, the new Studio Buds+ automatically play spatial audio for available tracks mixed in Dolby Atmos so users can enjoy true multidimensional sound. "It’s like being surrounded by 64 speakers at once," Beats states.
 

At the touch of a button, users can easily switch between Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) and Transparency. With 3x larger microphones, new venting, and a powerful processor, the new Studio Buds+ deliver up to 1.6x more powerful ANC and up to 2x better Transparency than its predecessor, according to Apple.

Upgraded microphones, an intelligent voice-targeting algorithm and an entirely new acoustic architecture enable high-quality call performance. The powerful microphones actively filter out background noise while enhancing the clarity of the user's voice.

With Apple devices, the new Beats Studio Buds+ support easy, one-touch setup and pairing with any device in the user's iCloud account; support for “Hey Siri” wake up word to activate the voice assistant; Find My support to locate the earbuds on a map based on the last known connected location; and over-the-air updates, to receive software updates and new features automatically.

With Android devices, the new Beats Studio Buds+ support Google Fast Pair, automatically pairing to all Android or Chrome devices registered to a Gmail account; Audio Switch for seamlessly transition between an Android, Chromebook, and other compatible devices; support for Find My Device, the new feature that Google copied from Apple, allowing users to locate devices; as well as customization, software updates, and more via a dedicated Android app.

Simple, customizable on-ear controls allow users to manage music, toggle listening modes, take calls and activate voice assistant using the ‘b’ button. Additionally, users can set the press-and-hold action to use one earbud to control volume up and the other earbud to control volume down.

With up to 36 hours of total battery life including 27 hours from the pocket-sized charging case, and up to 9 hours from the earbuds, Beats Studio Buds+ are always ready to go. A 5-minute Fast Fuel charge provides an hour of additional use so users get more music, podcasts, and calls between every charge.

Just like with Apple products, the new Beats Studio Buds+ use 95% fiber-based packaging using recycled material and virgin wood from responsibly managed forests. The driver magnet is made of 100% recycled rare earth elements, while the solder of the main logic board is made of 100% recycled tin.

The new Beats Studio Buds+ are available to order for US $169.99.
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