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LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Released | — | 2026-09-23 |
| Status | — | Available |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION3 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price | — | €129 — Europe; £119.99 — UK |
| Launch Price (USD) | $179.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | — |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦252,000 | ₦205,100 (estimate, converted from Europe launch price) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Samsung | Huawei |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | True wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | July 24, 2024 | September 2, 2026 |
| Model Name | Samsung Galaxy Buds3 (SM-R530) | FreeBuds Neo |
| Price | $179.99 | €129 (Europe launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS4 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 11mm | 11 mm |
| Driver Type | 1-way dynamic driver | 11 mm multi-magnet dynamic driver |
| Frequency Response | — | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| Sound Features | Adaptive ANC, Adaptive EQ, 360 Audio | Spatial audio with 360° head tracking |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, Adaptive ANC | Adaptive ANC, ~30 dB average depth, awareness mode, conversation awareness |
| App Support | Galaxy Wearable app | HUAWEI AI Life, HUAWEI Audio Connect |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, Adaptive EQ + presets | Yes, multi-EQ |
| Other Features | — | Spatial audio with head tracking, game mode, multi-EQ, touch controls |
| Sound Modes | ANC / Ambient / Adaptive | ANC, Awareness, Voice mode |
| Touch Controls | Pinch/swipe stem controls | Yes - double-tap, triple-tap, swipe for volume, press and hold (customizable) |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | Yes, Awareness mode and Conversation awareness |
| Voice Assistant Support | Bixby, Google Assistant/Gemini | Yes, wake voice assistant via customizable gesture |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION6 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 6.0, dual-device connection, pop-up pairing |
| Multipoint | Auto Switch across Samsung Galaxy ecosystem | Yes, two devices |
| Range | ~10m (typical) | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, MP3 VBR, Samsung Seamless Codec (SSC) | LDAC (990 kbps), L2HC 4.0 (up to 2.3 Mbps with Huawei devices) |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Silver, White | Stellar Silver, Nebula Pink, Starry Black, Ice White |
| Dimensions | Earbud 18.1 x 20.4 x 31.9mm; Case 58.9 x 48.7 x 24.4mm | Earbud 23.2 x 21.56 x 24.56 mm; case 41.22 x 68.35 x 25.57 mm |
| Form Factor | Open-fit, stem/"blade" design | In-ear true wireless earbuds with charging case |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 | IP55 (earbuds only) |
| Materials | Recycled plastic (fishing nets/water barrels) | — |
| Weight | 4.7g per earbud | 4.8 g per earbud; case 31.4 g |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING4 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB Type-C (no wireless charging); ~70 min case, ~45 min earbuds |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 48mAh; Case 515mAh | 60 mAh per earbud; 460 mAh case |
| Total Playtime | Up to 6 hrs (ANC off) / 5 hrs (ANC on); 30 hrs / 24 hrs total with case | Up to 10 h (ANC off), 6.5 h (ANC on); up to 40 h with case (ANC off), 24 h (ANC on) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi-certified | — |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, with call noise cancellation |
| Mic Count | 3 mics + Voice Pickup Unit per earbud | 3 microphones + 1 bone conduction microphone |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Digital mics + VPU, ML-based noise reduction, Super Wideband voice | 3 per earbud incl. bone conduction sensor |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Bixby / Gemini, touch-activated | — |
BOX CONTENTS6 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | Not included | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Open-fit, no silicone eartips (fixed design) | XS, S, M, L ear tips (4 pairs) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | None notable | Charging case |
| Main Device | Earbuds + transparent-top charging case | Earbuds x 2 |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | Quick Start Guide & Safety Information |
| Warranty Card | Included (region-dependent) | Yes |
COMPATIBILITY3 fields
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android 10.0+ and iOS | Android 8.0+, iOS 13.0+/iPadOS 13.0+ (Audio Connect app) |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Supported Devices | Galaxy smartphones/tablets/Galaxy Book (full), other Android/iOS (basic) | — |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | Galaxy Buds3 | FreeBuds Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Samsung's first AirPods-style open-fit blade design with IP57 durability and Galaxy AI Interpreter support. | The Huawei FreeBuds Neo are compact true wireless earbuds weighing 4.8 g each, with 11mm dynamic drivers, adaptive ANC averaging 30dB, and LDAC plus L2HC 4.0 hi-res codecs. |