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Key Features
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Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) — effective at reducing low-frequency sounds (e.g. traffic/flights)
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Galaxy AI Interpreter & Live Translate — real-time voice translation directly in-ear when paired with a Samsung phone
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Battery Life
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Up to 35 h total playback & 6 h per bud (ANC off)
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20–21 h total with ANC on
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Lightweight & comfortable — each bud just 5.3 g; silicone wingtips for secure fit
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Durability & connectivity — IP54 water/dust rating; Bluetooth 5.4 with AAC, SBC, and Samsung Scalable codecs
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3-mic setup per earbud — great for clear, noise-filtered calls
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Touch controls, Auto Switch between Samsung devices, Samsung Find support
Pros & Cons
Strengths
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Best-in-class battery life within Samsung’s TWS lineup
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ANC and interpreters bring impressive features at a lower price point
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Lightweight, secure fit for everyday and exercise; built-in IP54 gives resilience
Drawbacks
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ANC is less powerful than higher-end models like Buds 3 Pro
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No advanced tuning, no wireless charging for case
Specs at a Glance
Spec Details Weight 5.3 g per earbud; 31.2 g case Battery 65 mAh each bud; 500 mAh case Playback Time 35 h (ANC off), 20–21 h (ANC on) Connectivity Bluetooth 5.4; AAC, SBC, SSC codecs Water/Dust Resistance IP54 Mics 3 per earbud
Is This Right for You?
✔️ You seek long battery life, decent ANC, and seamless use within Samsung’s ecosystem.
✔️ You want AI translation in real-time from your earbuds. -
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Comparison: Buds Core vs Buds FE
Feature Buds Core Buds FE ANC Yes Yes Battery (no ANC) 35 h 30 h Bluetooth 5.4 5.2 IP Rating IP54 IPX2 Galaxy AI translation Yes No



