Unbeatable Deal on Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3!
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 are now available for just $79.99, down from $119.99, exclusively on Woot for the next five days or until supplies run out. Prime members can enjoy free shipping, while non-members will incur an additional shipping fee of $6. Please note that shipments will not be sent to Alaska, Hawaii, or P.O. boxes.
The design of these AirPod-like earbuds features triangular stems, which are said to enhance fitting and touch controls. Users can conveniently pinch the front of the stem for playback and active noise cancellation (ANC), while a simple swipe on the back controls the volume. Each side shares these control functions, though there are limitations on customization. The pinch-and-hold gesture can be set to control ANC, summon Samsung’s Bixby voice assistant, or activate the AI-powered Interpreter function through the Samsung Wear app.
Sound quality is delivered by a single 11mm dynamic driver in each earbud, which should suffice for everyday listening needs. However, audiophiles might find the Galaxy Buds 3 not meeting their high standards, as noted in a PCMag review. They come equipped with Bluetooth 5.3, supporting audio codecs such as AAC, SBC, and Samsung Scalable (SSC)—with SSC exclusively available on Samsung devices. Therefore, users with an iPhone or non-Samsung Android devices will be limited to AAC or SBC codecs and may miss out on features like live translation in Conversation Mode. Full functionality via the Samsung Wear app, including EQ tweaks and toggling ANC, is restricted for non-Samsung products. For those who seek LDAC support for superior streaming quality, the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC at $99.99 might be a better fit.
The Buds 3 come with a 90-day limited warranty from Woot and boast an IP57 rating, making them resistant to sweat and rain—ideal for workouts. They support Google Fast Pair and can automatically switch between Samsung devices, although multipoint connectivity is absent. Nevertheless, battery life leaves something to be desired, providing five hours per charge with ANC switched on (or six hours without ANC), along with an additional 19 hours from the case. Charging options include both USB-C and wireless methods.