Samsung's open-ear Galaxy Buds On hit the US soon for $229

androidcentral.com Oct 28, 2026

Samsung’s open-ear Galaxy Buds On hit the US soon for $229

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Oct 28, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Samsung will launch its Galaxy Buds On in the United States in early November, pricing the clip‑on, open‑ear earbuds at $229. Unlike the company’s traditional in‑ear Galaxy Buds, the new model wraps around the ear with a flexible band and weighs just 6.65 grams. Samsung says more than 119 million ear data points, AI‑assisted optimization and physics simulations shaped the fit for diverse ear shapes. Features include TwinBoost speakers, automatic volume adjustment for ambient noise, Audio Leakage Reduction, three‑mic Voice Pickup Unit with machine‑learning noise separation, up to 9.5 hours of playback and 38 hours with the case. Integrated Galaxy functions enable Gemini Live, voice memos, Bixby search, and head‑gesture call control, though some capabilities require compatible Samsung devices and recent One UI software today.

💡 Why It Matters

· Open‑ear design lets users stay alert in busy environments while still enjoying premium sound and AI‑driven call clarity.

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MacBook Neo gets a price hike for education customers

Apple has raised the education price for its budget MacBook Neo, now starting at $649 for students and educators. The model, originally launched at $599 for the general market, previously offered a $100 discount to education buyers, but the new price reduces that discount to $50. The general public price increased from $599 to $699 amid a global RAM shortage, making the Neo the cheapest new MacBook but less of a bargain for education users.

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9to5google.com · Oct 28

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9to5mac.com · Oct 28

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💡 The introduction of a touchscreen to the MacBook Pro line signals Apple’s shift toward industry‑standard features, potentially redefining the premium laptop market and setting a new pricing benchmark for high‑end devices.

appleinsider.com · Oct 28

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💡 The price cut signals Apple’s strategy to phase out the M5 line ahead of the M6 launch, offering professionals a cost‑effective upgrade path. It also pressures competitors to match the value proposition of high‑performance laptops.

9to5google.com · Oct 28

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appleinsider.com · Oct 28

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