Samsung Galaxy Buds3, Galaxy Buds3 Pro Manual

Getting started

Galaxy Buds3

Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Devices and software are constantly evolving — illustrations are for reference only.

Set up your device

Charge the battery

Your device case is also the charger.

1. Place the earbuds into the charging case. For best results, do not insert earbuds in the charging case if they are wet or dirty.
2. Close the charging case, and either connect the USB cable as shown, or place the charging case on a wireless charger. The earbuds and charging case are charged simultaneously.

The charging head for plugging the USB cable into a wall outlet is not included. Use only Samsung charging devices rated with an output voltage of 5 V and an output current of over 150 mA (sold separately). Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may cause damage, and damage may not be covered by warranty.
While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. This does not affect the device's lifespan or performance and is in the device's normal range of operation.
Remove the device from the charger and wait for the device to cool down.
Learn more: https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952
NOTE
Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device. Placing objects, such as magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding passes, next to the device or charger may cause damage from the charger or device's magnetic field.

Maintaining water and dust resistance

The device is not impervious to dust and water damage in any situation. It is important that all compartments are closed tightly.
Follow these tips carefully to prevent damage to the device and maintain dust and water resistance performance:

To avoid electric shock and damage to your device, do not charge device while it is wet or in an area where it could get wet. Do not handle device, charger or cords with wet hands while charging.
Water resistant based on IP57 rating, which means submersion in up to 1 meter of fresh water for up to 30 minutes based on international standard ISO 60529. Not advised for beach or pool use. Charging case is not water resistant. If the earbuds are damaged, they are not guaranteed to be water resistant. If the earbuds or your hands are wet, they must be dried thoroughly prior to handling.

• Whenever your device gets wet, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. Failure to rinse the device in fresh water and dry it as instructed may cause the device to suffer from operability or cosmetic issues.
• —Do not expose the device to water at high pressure.
• —If the device is dropped or receives an impact that causes physical damage to the device, the water and dust resistant features of the device may be affected. If you suspect your device has been damaged because of a fall or impact, take it to a Samsung-authorized service center for inspection.

Check the charge status

When you connect the earbuds and the charger case the LED indicators flash certain colors to indicate the battery status.

• Green: Fully charged.
• Yellow: Between 30 and 60% battery.
• Red: Charging.
• Flashing Red: Charging error. Reconnect the case and earbuds. If the error occurs again, contact a Samsung Service Center for service support.

NOTE
You can check the battery level for the case and earbuds in the Galaxy Wearable app.

Wireless power sharing

Wirelessly charge your device using a supported Samsung mobile device. Some features are not available while sharing power.

1. From your mobile device, enable the Wireless power sharing feature.
2. With the mobile device face down, place the compatible device on the back of the mobile device to charge. A notification sound or vibration occurs when charging begins.

NOTE
Wireless power sharing works with most Qi-Certified devices. Requires minimum 30% battery to share. Speed and power efficiency of charge varies by device. May not work with some accessories, covers, or other manufacturer's devices. If you have trouble connecting or charging is slow, remove any cover from each device.
For best results when using Wireless power sharing, please note:

• Remove any accessories or cover before using the feature. Depending on the type of accessory or cover, Wireless power sharing may not work properly.
• The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device, so you may need to adjust the placement to make a connection. When charging starts, a notification or vibration will occur, so the notification will help you know you've made a connection. During charging, do not move or use either device.
• Call reception or data services may be affected, depending on your network environment.
• Charging speed or efficiency can vary depending on device condition or surrounding environment.
• Do not use headphones.

Earbud lights

You can check the status of your earbuds using the lights (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only). This feature is only available when the battery levels in both earbuds are at least 30%.

• When the earbuds are put in the charging case and closed there is a single flash of light.
• When the earbuds are in Bluetooth pairing mode, the light stays on.

Galaxy Buds3 Pro shown

To choose the lighting style:

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbud controls > Earbud lights controls.
2. Tap Blinking, Fade in and out, or Steady to set the lighting style.

Get the best fit

Your device comes with ear tips (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only) attached, and you can use the included accessories to customize the fit for best comfort and performance. Locate the accessories box to switch to a different size.

Attach the ear tip
Before wearing the earbuds, be sure to attach the ear tips (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only). Wearing the earbuds without ear tips may hurt your ears.

1. Select the ear tip size that best fits your ear.
2. Flip the ear tip inside out, and align the notches on the ear tip with the protruding part on the earbud speaker.
3. Push the ear tip back to fit snug around the speaker. Do not pull the ear tip excessively when you attach or detach it because it may tear.

To remove the ear tip:

• Flip the ear tip inside out and gently pull from the middle of the ear tip away from the earbud.

Wear the earbuds
Place the earbuds in your ears correctly for a comfortable fit. Some features may not work if the buds are not positioned correctly.

NOTE
You can optimize your earbud fit in the Galaxy Wearable app.

Coupling earbuds

Should you lose one of the earbuds, you can buy a replacement and couple the old and new earbuds together.

1. Insert the earbuds into the charging case. The charging case battery indicator light will flash red to indicate that the earbuds are not coupled.
2. Pinch and hold the touch pad on both earbuds for seven seconds or more. When the charging case battery indicator light flashes green and then turns off, the earbuds are coupled and ready for use.

Start using your device

Connect the earbuds to your mobile device

To connect your earbuds to a mobile device, install the Galaxy Wearable app on the device. You can download the app from the Galaxy Store or the Google Play^™ store.
Galaxy Wearable is compatible with select devices using Android 11 One UI version 3.1 and later with at least 1.5 GB RAM. Supported devices may vary by carrier and device. Some features may not be available. For best results, connect with compatible Samsung Galaxy devices.
Learn more: samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/galaxy-wearable-watch

1. From your mobile device, tap Galaxy Wearable. If necessary, update the app to the latest version.
2. With the earbuds in the case, open the case and press the Pairing button on the bottom of the charging case.
3. Follow the prompts to complete the connection.

NOTE
When connecting earbuds with a mobile device that has a Samsung account, the earbud pairing information will be synced to other devices that use the same Samsung account.

Disconnect
To disconnect the earbuds from your mobile device:

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Menu.
2. Tap Disconnect by the name of your earbuds.

Use earbud controls

Use the touch pad on the earbuds to control your music, phone calls, and other useful shortcuts without getting out your phone.
Galaxy Buds3 Pro shown

Pinch
Lightly pinch the touch pad one time for the following options:

• Play or pause a track
• Answer or end a call

Double pinch
Quickly pinch the touch pad two times for the following options:

• Play the next track

Triple pinch
Quickly pinch the touch pad three times for the following options:

• Play previous track (if done in the first three seconds of a track)
• Start the current track over at the beginning (if done after the first three seconds of a track)

Pinch and hold
Pinch and hold the touch pad for the following options:

• Activate a custom shortcut.
• Decline incoming calls
• Turn earbud lights on or off (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only when both earbuds are out of the case and not in your ears)

Swipe
Swipe up or down on the touch pad to adjust the volume. Adjust the volume on your mobile device if the sound is low while at full volume on the earbuds.

• Swipe up to turn the volume up
• Swipe down to turn the volume down

Music features

Once connected to your mobile device, when you play music, videos, or other audio files the sound will come through your earbuds. You can use the touch pad on the earbuds to control how the audio is played.

Playback controls
Navigate your playlist using the touch pad on your earbuds.

Call features

Answer and control calls using your earbuds.

Phone controls
Manage calls using the touch pad on your earbuds.

Call waiting
If you receive an incoming call while already on a call, the earbuds will emit a sound.

• To reject the incoming call and stay on the current call, pinch and hold the touch pad.
• To answer the incoming call and place the current call on hold, pinch the touch pad.
• To switch between the current call and one placed on hold, pinch the touch pad.

Galaxy Wearable app

Battery level

The Galaxy Wearable app displays the battery level for the earbuds at the top of the screen. When the battery is low a notification will display on your mobile device.

• Open Galaxy Wearable to view the battery percentage for the earbuds.
  

Noise controls

Use intelligent noise controls to enhance your listening experience. Change your noise control settings using your Galaxy Wearable app or by using the touch pad on your earbuds.
TIP
To avoid feedback when noise controls are activated, make sure the microphone area of the earbuds are not covered.

Turn off noise controls

Disable all noise canceling and ambient sound features (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only).

• From Galaxy Wearable, tap Off.

Ambient sound

Enable ambient sound while wearing the earbuds (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only).

• From Galaxy Wearable, tap Ambient sound.
  • Tap and drag the Ambient sound volume slider to adjust the volume (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only).
  • Tap Auto switch to ambient sound to turn on the feature (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only).

Adaptive

Make calls or play media with optimized sound quality (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only). This feature is only available when wearing both earbuds.

From Galaxy Wearable, tap Adaptive.

Active noise canceling

Quiet unwanted background noise and ambient sounds. This feature is only available when wearing both earbuds.

• From Galaxy Wearable, tap Active noise canceling.
  • Tap and drag the Active noise canceling level slider to adjust.
  • Tap Auto switch to ambient sound to turn on the feature.

Sound quality and effects

Learn more about your device's sound quality and effects options.

Sound effects

Customize sound effects for all apps or set custom sound effects for each app.

360 audio
Hear vivid, immersive sound coming from all directions so you feel like you are right in the action when you watch videos or listen to music.

• From Galaxy Wearable, tap Sound quality and effects > 360 audio.

Equalizer
Select from several different equalizer presets for a unique sound.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Sound quality and effects > Equalizer.
2. Select an available option to change the sound settings.

Adjust sound to fit

Adjust sounds automatically to deliver the best audio based on your ear shape and how you are wearing your earbuds. This feature works best when both earbuds are worn.

• From Galaxy Wearable, tap Sound quality and effects > Adjust sound to fit.

Earbud fit test

Check your earbud fit to make sure you are getting the best sound and active noise canceling (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only).

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Sound quality and effects > Earbud fit test.
2. Tap Start to begin and follow the prompts.

Earbud controls

Use the touch pad on your earbuds to activate different controls.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbud controls.
2. Tap an option to enable the earbud control feature and customize options.
   • Media controls
   • Left (Pinch and hold controls)
   • Right (Pinch and hold controls)
   • Answer call or end call
   • Decline call
   • Earbud lights controls (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only)

Customize the pinch and hold shortcuts

The left and right earbuds can be assigned different shortcuts.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbud controls.
2. Tap Left or Right under Pinch and hold controls, and tap an option to set a shortcut:
   • Switch noise controls (default): Enable or disable the following noise controls: Ambient sound (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only), Adaptive (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only), and Active noise canceling.
   • Voice command: Say commands to change settings on your earbuds.
   • Bixby: Activate the Bixby feature.
   • Spotify: Launch the Spotify app.

Earbuds settings

Learn more about your device's settings and options.

Voice controls

Activate Bixby by saying "Hi Bixby" while wearing your earbuds. Not all Bixby functions are available. This option is available only when connected to Bixby-enabled Samsung phones. You can also use voice commands to perform desired actions without calling Bixby. This feature does not support some languages.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > Voice controls
2. Tap an option to to enable the feature:
   • Bixby voice wake-up: Activate Bixby by saying "Hi Bixby" while wearing your earbuds.
   • Voice commands: Use voice commands to control music, adjust the volume and answer or reject phone calls.

In-ear detection

Play calls through your earbuds when they are in your ears and through your phone when they are not. Turn this off to play calls through your earbuds even when they are not in your ears.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > In-ear detection.
2. Tap to enable the feature.
   • When the Switch calls to phone when both earbuds removed is turned off the caller's voice is played through the earbuds even if they are not worn.
   • Tap Pause media when one earbud removed to turn on the feature. If this feature is turned off, media playback will only pause when both earbuds are not worn.

Read notifications aloud

Have text notifications from your phone read aloud on your earbuds.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > Read notifications aloud.
2. Tap to enable the feature.
   • To hear notifications from your phone on your earbuds, even while using your phone, tap Read aloud while using phone.
   • To choose which app notifications are read aloud, tap an app in the list.

Seamless earbud connection

Switch quickly to nearby devices without disconnecting your earbuds or turning on pairing mode. This works with any nearby device that's signed in to your Samsung account, even if it has never paired with your earbuds before.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > Seamless earbud connection.
2. Tap to enable the feature.

Neck stretch reminders

Your earbuds can detect your head position and notify you when you have bent your head down for ten minutes.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > Neck stretch reminders.
2. Tap to enable the feature, and follow the prompts to calibrate your earbuds.

Labs

Explore the earbud's experimental features.

Gaming mode
Minimize the audio delay for vivid, synchronized gaming sound. For the best experience, keep your earbuds near your mobile device. This feature is only available when connected with a Samsung mobile device.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > Labs.
2. Tap Gaming mode, then tap to enable the feature.

Reset

Reset settings to their factory default values and delete all data.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > Reset.
2. Tap Reset again to confirm and start the reset.

Accessibility

Customize the sound accessibility features of your device.

1. From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > Accessibility.
2. Tap an option to customize:
   • Drag the slider to customize the right and left sound balance.
   • Noise controls with one earbud: Use noise controls like ambient sound and noise canceling when only wearing one earbud.
   • Hearing enhancements for ambient sound: Adjust the ambient sound volume and tone. You can also boost voices in front of you (Galaxy Buds3 Pro only).

Earbuds software update

Update your earbud's software for the latest features.

• From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > Earbuds software update.
  • Download and install: Check for software updates for your earbuds.
  • Auto update: Choose to automatically update software never, using Wi-Fi, or using Wi-Fi and mobile data when the earbuds are in the case.

About earbuds

View information about the earbuds.

• From Galaxy Wearable, tap Earbuds settings > About earbuds for the following information:
  • Product name, model, and serial number
  • Legal information
  • Software information
  • Battery information

Find my earbuds

If you misplace your earbuds, your mobile device can help you find them.

• From Galaxy Wearable, tap Find my earbuds.

Tips and user guide

Learn useful tips to get the most out of your device, and view the user guide.

• From Galaxy Wearable, tap Tips and user guide.
  • Swipe right and left to view useful tips.
  • Tap More options > User guide to view the guide.

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