Google Pixel Buds receive new features including sleep detection, live translation, and Dynamic ANC
Google has announced a major software update for its Pixel Buds 2A and Pro 2 earbuds. The most notable feature is sleep detection powered by the Pixel Watch, which pauses music, silences notifications, and disables touch controls when users fall asleep. Additional features include tap-to-mute functionality during calls (with compatibility limited to Pixel phones), one-tap live translation activation, Gemini voice commands for ANC control and EQ adjustments, and Dynamic ANC that adjusts audio based on ear seal quality—exclusive to the Pro 2 model. The update was initially announced in a community forum post but later revised to remove mention of support for original Pixel Buds Pro. The rollout is currently underway as confirmed by Google's announcement.
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