Pixel Buds 2a on Samsung Galaxy: what works and what doesn't
On a Galaxy phone, Pixel Buds 2a need the Pixel Buds app for settings, updates, Gemini and multipoint. Spatial Audio isn't confirmed.
Works 1Needs app 4Unverified 1
| Feature | On Galaxy | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Listen to music and take calls | Works | |
| Settings app (noise control, touch controls) | Needs app | Install the Pixel Buds app from Google Play. |
| Firmware updates | Needs app | Via the Pixel Buds app. |
| Gemini / Google Assistant | Needs app | Android 10+, latest Gemini app, set as default assistant. |
| Spatial Audio | Unverified | Not verified on non-Pixel phones. |
| Multipoint (two devices at once) | Needs app | Enable in the Pixel Buds app. |
Same earbuds on other phones: on iPhone · on Pixel · on Other Android
Official page: https://store.google.com/product/pixel_buds_2a · Checked 2026-10-28 · "Galaxy" = Samsung Galaxy
Official page: https://store.google.com/product/pixel_buds_2a · Checked 2026-10-28 · "Galaxy" = Samsung Galaxy
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