# Pixel Buds Pro 3

The text version of the iDevice Guide at https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap. Same data as the page, last updated 2026-10-06.

> Google skipped Pixel Buds Pro 3 in August 2026 and updated Pro 2 instead. No leak gives a date; the cadence points at August 2027.

- Status: Reported, not announced
- Est. price: $249–$259 (Headphonesty's own estimate. No price has been reported.)
- Expected August 2027 (source: [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/audio/google-pixel-buds-pro-2-are-getting-a-free-update-with-4-new-features-announced-quietly-alongside-pixel-11-phones-at-the-made-by-google-event-including-a-new-way-to-use-gemini))
- Guide: https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap
- Last updated: 2026-10-06

## What will it have? (today's facts are from Pixel Buds Pro 2)

- **Will the battery last longer?** Nothing has been reported yet. Pixel Buds Pro 2 run 8 hours of listening with noise cancelling on, or 12 hours with it off, and 30 hours with the case. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-the-battery-last-longer))
- **Will it cost more?** No price has been reported. Pixel Buds Pro 2 list at $229. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-it-cost-more))
- **Will it still handle a shower or a swim?** Expect sweat and rain but not a shower. Pixel Buds Pro 2 are IP54, which is a splash rating rather than an immersion one. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-it-still-handle-a-shower-or-a-swim))
- **Will it work with my phone?** Yes, with either kind. Pixel Buds Pro 2 pair with an iPhone or an Android phone, though the full feature set needs Android. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-it-work-with-my-phone))
- **Will it be lighter?** Nothing has been reported. Each Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbud weighs 4.7g. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-it-be-lighter))
- **Will it have noise cancelling?** Yes, expect so. Pixel Buds Pro 2 cancel about twice as much noise as the original Pixel Buds Pro. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-it-have-noise-cancelling))
- **Will the camera be better?** There is no camera in Pixel Buds Pro 2 and nobody has reported one coming. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-the-camera-be-better))
- **Will it connect any differently?** Nothing has been reported. Pixel Buds Pro 2 connect over Bluetooth 5.4. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-it-connect-any-differently))
- **Will it get a new chip?** Google has said nothing. Pixel Buds Pro 2 run the Tensor A1. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-it-get-a-new-chip))
- **Can people tell when it is recording?** There is no outward light on Pixel Buds Pro 2 and none has been reported for the next pair. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-can-people-tell-when-it-is-recording))
- **Will it do spatial audio?** Yes, expect so. Pixel Buds Pro 2 do spatial audio with head tracking, so the sound stays put when you turn. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-it-do-spatial-audio))
- **Will I control it with gestures?** Yes, expect so. Pixel Buds Pro 2 take taps and swipes on the surface of the earbud rather than a button press. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-i-control-it-with-gestures))
- **Will it see and answer questions about what I am looking at?** Not today, and nothing has been reported. Pixel Buds Pro 2 have no cameras, so they cannot see anything. ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#can-will-it-see-and-answer-questions-about-what-i-am-looking-at))

## Questions

### When does Pixel Buds Pro 3 come out?

Google skipped Pixel Buds Pro 3 at its August 12, 2026 Made by Google event, giving Pixel Buds Pro 2 a new Olive color instead. Android Headlines reports Google is likely holding off until next year. No specific launch date has been reported. Source: [Android Headlines](https://www.androidheadlines.com/2026/08/google-pixel-buds-pro-2-new-olive-color-no-3.html). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#faq-when-does-pixel-buds-pro-3-come-out))

### Should I buy Pixel Buds Pro 2 now or wait for Pro 3?

Buy the Pro 2. Google skipped Pixel Buds Pro 3 at its August event and Android Headlines expects Google to hold off until next year, so there is nothing concrete to wait for right now. The Pixel Buds Pro 2 retail for $229 and are often discounted to around $189. Source: [Android Headlines](https://www.androidheadlines.com/2026/08/google-pixel-buds-pro-2-new-olive-color-no-3.html). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#faq-should-i-buy-pixel-buds-pro-2-now-or-wait-for-pro-3))

### What will Pixel Buds Pro 3 improve over Pro 2?

Tensor A2 is the widely reported upgrade: faster audio processing and stronger noise cancellation to close the gap with rivals. Google's $52 million run of audio IP acquisitions between 2020 and 2021 could also surface here. Nothing is confirmed yet. Source: [Headphonesty](https://www.headphonesty.com/2026/04/google-pixel-buds-pro-3-rumors/). ([on the Guide](https://idevice.com/earbuds/google-pixel-buds-pro/roadmap#faq-what-will-pixel-buds-pro-3-improve-over-pro-2))

## Top reports

- **A Pixel Buds Pro 3 is unlikely to arrive in 2026** (Reported.) Leaks pointed to a new Pro 2 colour instead of a Pro 3 this year First reported by [9to5Google](https://9to5google.com/2026/07/30/pixel-buds-pro-3-unlikely-2026/) on Jul 30, 2026.

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## Questions and answers

### Using it

**New color?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: order Pixel Buds Pro 2 in Olive starting August 12, and software updates start rolling out in September. Source: [Google](https://blog.google/intl/en-in/products/hardware/heres-whats-new-with-pixel-buds-pro-2-and-pixel-buds-2a/)

**Does it have noise cancelling?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: yes, it cancels noise. Source: Pixel

**What does it cost?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: it costs $229. That is the list price. Source: Pixel

**Does it work with my phone?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone. Source: Pixel

**How heavy is it?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: it weighs 4.7g. Source: Pixel

**How good is the camera?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: it has no camera. Source: Pixel

**How does it connect?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: it connects over Bluetooth 5.4. Source: Pixel

**What chip is inside?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: it runs on Google Tensor A1. Source: Pixel

**Can people tell when it is recording?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: no, there is no recording light. Nothing outward-facing shows when it is capturing. Source: Pixel

**Does it do spatial audio?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: yes, it does spatial audio. It tracks your head, so the sound stays put when you turn. Source: Pixel

**Can I control it with gestures?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: yes, you can control it with gestures. Source: Pixel

**Can it see and answer questions about what I am looking at?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: no, it cannot see what you are looking at. Source: Pixel

### Sizing and fit

**How do I pick the right size?** Your Pixel Buds Pro 2 come with: Earbuds Wireless charging case Eartips with 4 size options: extra small, small, medium (attached to earbuds), large Quick Start Guide Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/product/pixel_buds_pro_2?hl=en-US)

### Battery and charging

**How do I set it up?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: ensure that the earbuds and charging case are charged. Open the Google Pixel Buds charging case and keep it next to your device. Press and hold the pairing button on the back of the case until the status light starts pulsing white. Pair Pixel Buds with your device. Other devices: Select Google Pixel Buds from the list of new available Bluetooth devices. Make sure that your device is unlocked and both Bluetooth® and Location are on. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/7558528?hl=en)

**How do I clean it?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: do not use chemical detergents, powders, or other chemical agents, such as alcohol or benzene, to clean the earbuds or the charging case. Do not clean the earbuds or the charging case while they're charging. Use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth to gently clean the earbuds, including the charging contacts. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9112670?hl=en)

**How do I reset it?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: go to your device’s Bluetooth settings and forget Google Pixel Buds. On the back of the case, press and hold the pairing button for 30 seconds. Leave the charging case open the entire time. After the reset process: The status light will bounce white again. This means your Pixel Buds have been reset and are ready for pairing with your devices. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9642886?hl=en)

**How do I charge it?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: to charge your earbuds: Insert them into the correct slots until the indicator light turns on and the lid closes. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/15436760?hl=en)

**Is it water resistant?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: both Pixel Buds 2a and Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds have a minimum water protection rating of IP54. Their charging cases also have the same minimum water protection rating of IPX4. Source: [Google](https://support.google.com/googlepixelbuds/answer/9112670?hl=en)

**Battery life?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: up to 30 hours of listening time (with charging case). Source: [Google](https://store.google.com/product/pixel_buds_pro_2?hl=en-US)

**How long does the battery last?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: it runs 2 days with the case and noise cancelling off. That is 12 hours of listening with noise cancelling off, and 8 hours of listening with noise cancelling on. Source: Pixel

### Water

**Can it get wet — shower, pool, swimming?** Pixel Buds Pro 2, the current model: yes for sweat and rain, but not for the shower. Its rating is IP54. It is rated for splashes, not immersion. Source: Pixel

### Price and models

**When will the Pixel Buds Pro 3 come out?** Expected August 2027. It has not been announced. Basis: reported. Source: iDevice