Overview
- Google unveiled the Olive colorway for the Pixel Buds Pro 2 at its Made by Google event on Wednesday, August 12, and opened orders for the new finish immediately.
- The company confirmed a software update will begin rolling out in September to current Pixel Buds Pro 2 units, adding Dynamic ANC that compensates for small fit shifts to keep noise cancellation steady.
- Gemini-based voice controls will let users adjust audio settings hands-free, for example by saying “Hey Google, turn up the bass,” and Live Translate will support near‑real‑time two‑way translation across more than 70 languages via a connected Pixel phone.
- A Pixel Watch sleep sync feature will pause playback, disable touch controls, and mute notifications on the Buds when the watch detects you’ve fallen asleep, while the earbuds’ core hardware (Tensor A1 chip, 11mm drivers) remains unchanged.
- Retailers and the Google Store are offering temporary price cuts — the Pro 2 is listed at $189 through August 23 and the Pixel Buds 2a has separate discounts — reflecting Google’s choice to boost sales with promotions rather than debut a Pixel Buds Pro 3 this cycle.