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Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 & Buds 3 Pro Review: Stems Are Good

With their AirPod-like stems, Samsung’s open-ear Galaxy Buds 3 ($180) and flagship Galaxy Buds 3 Pro ($250) are a bit generic-looking. But both buds fit comfortably and deliver strong performance, though the Buds 3 Pro are clearly the standout model. How do they compare to other premium earbuds in their price class? CNET editor David Carnoy…

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With their AirPod-like stems, Samsung’s open-ear Galaxy Buds 3 ($180) and flagship Galaxy Buds 3 Pro ($250) are a bit generic-looking. But both buds fit comfortably and deliver strong performance, though the Buds 3 Pro are clearly the standout model. How do they compare to other premium earbuds in their price class? CNET editor David Carnoy discusses that and more in his full video review.

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00:00 Intro
00:25 The Difference
01:12 Fit
02:01 Controls
02:15 Features
04:22 Sound Quality
05:56 Light up Blades
06:20 Voice Calling
07:39 Design
08:09 Open Buds with Noise Canceling
08:40 Custom Tips
09:00 Price
09:19 Final Thoughts

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  1. @Amence

    August 1, 2024 at 9:21 am

    Why continuous comparison with Airpod? Users don’t normally cross over the same way and stay loyal, how do they compare vs previous models?

    • @yubstep

      August 1, 2024 at 2:15 pm

      Because there’s no other comparable competitor than apple

    • @grahamjl766

      August 1, 2024 at 7:13 pm

      Pretty much everyone knows what airpods sound like even airpod haters. Like them or not they are the standard.

    • @brianmccaig

      August 1, 2024 at 7:20 pm

      Are you serious. Both Bose QCii and Sonys are superior and could easily be included for comparisons ​@yubstep

    • @brianmccaig

      August 1, 2024 at 7:23 pm

      For who? Certainly not the standard when comparing to Sony or Bose buds. ​@grahamjl766

    • @grahamjl766

      August 1, 2024 at 7:28 pm

      @@brianmccaig I’m just saying they’re the most popular, not necessarily the best. If you’re evaluating fast food restaurants, you might look at McDonald’s even though they’re clearly not the best.

  2. @Isac23624

    August 1, 2024 at 9:44 am

    My boy tested the ssc coded paired with his iphone???????????? cnet biggest joke ever on YouTube

    • @davidcarnoy961

      August 1, 2024 at 10:16 am

      Why would I do that? I have a Galaxy Flip 5. iPhones use AAC audio codec. ????

    • @rolins3279

      August 1, 2024 at 11:33 am

      ​@@davidcarnoy961Flip 5 doesn’t have Samsung’s new codec yet ????????‍♂️

    • @davidcarnoy961

      August 1, 2024 at 11:49 am

      @@rolins3279 From Samsung website: “When your Galaxy mobile device with Android 7 (Nougat) or higher is paired with a compatible Bluetooth device, Samsung Scalable Codec will automatically be enabled. The Samsung Scalable Codec supports UHQ audio and seamless music playback. Wi-Fi can interfere with Bluetooth transmission, and the Samsung Scalable Codec analyzes the interference around you and automatically adjusts the audio bitrate so you can enjoy clear and stable sound without any drop-outs.

      Devices that support Samsung Scalable Codec include the Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Fold series, the Galaxy Note5 and higher, the Galaxy S6 and higher, the Galaxy A series, the Galaxy J series, the Galaxy Tab S series and the Galaxy Tab A series.”

  3. @wys0123

    August 1, 2024 at 9:58 am

    pro 3 with a trade from any apple buds for $100 is a still.

  4. @Ray__E

    August 1, 2024 at 9:58 am

    These look like some buds you would see at Five Below

    • @gcn4323

      August 1, 2024 at 2:29 pm

      You can always put some diamonds on them to make them look more expensive

  5. @BIGD39hki

    August 1, 2024 at 9:59 am

    Apple copy????????????????????????

    • @simplerick256

      August 1, 2024 at 10:41 am

      Who did apple copy?

    • @BIGD39hki

      August 1, 2024 at 11:26 am

      @@simplerick256 No,samsung.

    • @Gle-lv2fm

      August 1, 2024 at 11:31 am

      @@simplerick256 Apple copied Steve Jobs ????

    • @simplerick256

      August 1, 2024 at 11:33 am

      @@BIGD39hki who did samsung copy?

    • @JoyTothesummer

      August 1, 2024 at 2:34 pm

      Apple iOS copy Android OS ???? and Apple uses Samsung OLED Screens ????

  6. @myfakeguuglaccount8307

    August 1, 2024 at 10:12 am

    Got $75 trade-in credit for old Buds I’d bought for $50. $100 for the 3 Pro is a raging bargain, and they fit and stay better than my 2 Pro.

  7. @mharro88

    August 1, 2024 at 10:45 am

    Huawei buds are better than both of them

  8. @e3vL1

    August 1, 2024 at 10:47 am

    Someone needs to bring back over ear loops.

    Maybe its just my ears but all brands i tried fall off after extended use especially when running in treadmill at the gym

  9. @nickthaskater

    August 1, 2024 at 11:02 am

    Sticking with my Buds2 Pro. I love how minimal they are. I hate how bulky the stem design makes the 3.

  10. @pauldodds8312

    August 1, 2024 at 12:03 pm

    Samsung headphones have always been well behind the competition

  11. @pauldodds8312

    August 1, 2024 at 12:09 pm

    I’m not an Apple fan but man these are a complete rip off of the apples! Even the menu on the phone with the noise control is the same

  12. @ghsjays506

    August 1, 2024 at 12:39 pm

    Why do they look like AirPods

    • @JoyTothesummer

      August 1, 2024 at 2:32 pm

      Why does iOS look like Android OS ????

  13. @gcn4323

    August 1, 2024 at 2:20 pm

    I got the pro for $100 after trading my Buds+, loved them! The Buds 2 pro couldn’t stay in my ears, so fit wasn’t right. They look cheap thing is confusing to me. I dont need gold plated, platinum, or diamonds earbuds

    • @ShadowDaUndergroundGamer

      August 1, 2024 at 9:04 pm

      Same here, love these

  14. @JoyTothesummer

    August 1, 2024 at 2:32 pm

    Apple always copies Android so miss with all that noise ????

  15. @kpnitrl38

    August 1, 2024 at 2:46 pm

    Ppl on the other end of a phone call said they were hearing a crackling noise while wearing the Pro version. I too from time to time heard a crackling noise. Bad unit you think??

  16. @Ubugome

    August 1, 2024 at 3:05 pm

    Jabra’s final offerings are much more appealing, especially when they have more to offer. Samsung created copycat products with quality control issues, and the ecosystem exclusive features is always annoying and arrogant anti-consumer idiocy. I won’t, with my ears, get a secure fit from these to begin with.

  17. @jsan118

    August 1, 2024 at 3:17 pm

    Samsung isn’t even trying to be different this year with these ear buds and their ultra watch

  18. @kenyaarkansasgurl1546

    August 1, 2024 at 3:46 pm

    I can’t wait to get these when will they launch

  19. @jordanlimweichien2333

    August 1, 2024 at 4:09 pm

    24bit 96khz is only available on flip/fold6 for now

  20. @nahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh777

    August 1, 2024 at 4:27 pm

    Im having to wait for my buds 3 pro (i only paid $150 because i got the buds 2 pro) and im wondefing if i wont like the new feel of the earbuds, i might not i hope i do

    • @ShadowDaUndergroundGamer

      August 1, 2024 at 9:03 pm

      I got mine 2 weeks ago for $100 due to the $50 savings for pre-order along with the trade-in from the Buds 2 Pro. Trust me, you’re gonna love these

    • @nahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh777

      August 1, 2024 at 9:20 pm

      @@ShadowDaUndergroundGamer i hope:)

  21. @FACTSWITHANTHONYJAMES

    August 1, 2024 at 5:37 pm

    They feel cheap in hand.

  22. @twotwo5579

    August 1, 2024 at 5:52 pm

    Lol, the whole earbuds got recalled. Ya’all still buying it. ????????????

  23. @jtjtrs8806

    August 1, 2024 at 8:16 pm

    Apple fangirls : we invented the little thingy pole that comes down !! Nobody steals our thingy poles that come down !! It’s revolutionary ???????? gtf outta here !!

  24. @pedrovelezjr5195

    August 1, 2024 at 8:35 pm

    I have the Buds 3 Pro and OMG. These things are just amazing ????????????. Loving mines more and more everyday.

  25. @N1rOx

    August 1, 2024 at 9:25 pm

    Interesting that you pointed out that NC was a touch behind but didn’t mention transparency being a touch ahead, which seems to be the consensus of reviews I’ve seen so far.

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