Google Pixel USB-C earbuds review

The Google Pixel USB-C Earbuds have the brains, but not the sonic brawn, to make them the all-around mobile companion they should be.

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As pack-in earbuds, the Pixel USB-C buds actually aren’t terrible. As headphones, though, they’re about as disappointing as I expected. If it’s the Google assistant access you’re looking for, these aren’t a bad option, but saving up for something more expensive is going to make for a much better experience. And if you’re thinking about buying these separately? Please skip them.

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If you’re at all in the market for a pair of USB Type-C headphones or earphones, these ought to be at the top of your list. The cost is right in line with the features and functions, plus the Google Assistant smarts add something you, for the most part, can’t get elsewhere.

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The Pixel USB-C earbuds do not require charging or pairing, which takes away a lot of the pain points we have with Google’s Pixel Buds. They sound good, are comfortable, have a good deal of smarts thanks to Google Assistant, and best of all, they’re affordable.

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The Pixel USB-C buds are exceptional in their particular combination of cost, compatibility, sound, and comfort. They sound far better than their price would suggest, and they bring the convenience we used to have with analog earphones back to our modern digital age.

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