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Galaxy Buds4

Samsung's open-fit earbuds with Gemini and call translation on a Galaxy S26; from $179.99.

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What it can do

  • Can earbuds translate a conversation live?Yes

    With a Galaxy AI phone, Samsung's Interpreter translates face-to-face conversations through Galaxy Buds4: you hear it in the earbuds and read it on the phone.

    Good to know: Needs a compatible Samsung Galaxy phone on One UI 6.1.1 or later.

  • Can earbuds translate a phone call?Yes

    Using the Samsung Phone app on a Galaxy S26, Galaxy Buds4 deliver real-time call translation in 22 languages.

    Good to know: Galaxy S26 series only, per Samsung's page.

  • Can you talk to an AI assistant through your earbuds?Yes

    Samsung lists Gemini and Bixby as the AI assistants on Galaxy Buds4.

    Good to know: Gemini requires a Google Gemini account.

  • How long do AI earbuds last on a charge?Yes

    Samsung rates Galaxy Buds4 at 5 hours with ANC on (6 off) and 24 hours with the case.

    Good to know: Maker's figures.

  • Which phone do translation earbuds need?Yes

    Samsung says Galaxy Buds4 support Galaxy AI features such as Interpreter and Live Translate when paired with compatible Samsung Galaxy devices.

    Good to know: On other phones these AI features aren't available.

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How we know (1 source)
  1. undated, read SamsungFrom the company

    US Galaxy Buds4 page and Samsung's comparison table (read Oct 24, 2026): from $179.99. Play time 5 hours in the earbuds with ANC on (6 off), 24 hours with the case. AI assistant: Gemini and Bixby. Live Translate in 22 languages on calls through the Samsung Phone app on a Galaxy S26, and Interpreter for face-to-face conversations with a Galaxy AI phone on One UI 6.1.1 or later. Galaxy AI features such as Interpreter and Live Translate need a compatible Samsung Galaxy device.

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Status timeline

No status has changed since we started tracking. Every entry is dated and backed by the sources on this page.

  1. First recorded: In stores
    Can you talk to an AI assistant through your earbuds?

    Samsung lists Gemini and Bixby as the AI assistants on Galaxy Buds4.

  2. First recorded: In stores
    Can earbuds translate a phone call?

    Using the Samsung Phone app on a Galaxy S26, Galaxy Buds4 deliver real-time call translation in 22 languages.

  3. First recorded: In stores
    Which phone do translation earbuds need?

    Samsung says Galaxy Buds4 support Galaxy AI features such as Interpreter and Live Translate when paired with compatible Samsung Galaxy devices.

  4. First recorded: In stores
    Can earbuds translate a conversation live?

    With a Galaxy AI phone, Samsung's Interpreter translates face-to-face conversations through Galaxy Buds4: you hear it in the earbuds and read it on the phone.

  5. First recorded: In stores
    How long do AI earbuds last on a charge?

    Samsung rates Galaxy Buds4 at 5 hours with ANC on (6 off) and 24 hours with the case.