My favorite noise-canceling earbuds for Android just got their first big discount

If you’re an Android user wanting a pair of premium earbuds, look no further than the Google Pixle Buds Pro 2. Google’s second-generation flagship earbuds debuted last fall with improved noise-canceling capabilities, a smaller bud shape, enhanced sound quality, and Google Gemini integration.

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The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 retail for $229, but you can get them on sale for $199 at Best Buy, Google, Amazon, and Target. It’s worth mentioning that Best Buy has all four colors (Hazel, Wintergreen, Peony, and Porcelain) available.

I recommend these earbuds over AirPods for Android users, as any Android phone running Android 6.0 or newer can access the Pixel Buds’ best features. Still, Gemini is reserved for Pixel users, offering hands-free access to Google’s AI chatbot.

Review: Google Pixel Buds Pro 2

I tested the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and enjoyed their great sound and effective noise cancellation. Despite the earbuds’ small shape, they have intuitively placed touch controls on the buds’ outer edge. Instead of swiping up and down for volume control, the Pixel Buds promote left/right swipes for volume control.

The Pixel Buds boast 12 hours of continuous audio playback with ANC turned off, plus an additional 30 hours with the charging case. Out of all the premium earbuds on the market from Apple, Samsung, Sony, and Bose, Google’s buds offer the most listening time on one charge.