Beats Studio Buds Now Official: Coming To Malaysia For RM 629

Given all the attention and popularity of AirPods audio devices, some may think Beats are on the way out. Well, that is not the case just yet as the subsidiary of Apple has just unveiled a new product called the Beats Studio Buds.

Even though they technically came from Apple, many out there would be glad to see that the new Beats Studio Buds still looks distinctively different from the AirPods or AirPods Pro.  The company didn’t provide in-depth details regarding the audio drivers that they used for Studio Buds but they apparently featured a two-piece diaphragm and designed specifically for Active Noise Cancellation (ANC).

As you may expect, Studio Buds also comes with Transparency mode that allows users to hear sounds from their surroundings.  Alongside its dual beam-foaming microphones, the IPX4-rated earbuds are also able to deliver up to 8 hours of listening time which can go further up to 24 hours with its charging case.

They also support Fast Fuel quick charge tech which enables them to provide up to 1 hour of playback with just 5 minutes of charging time. Interesting enough, the Studio Buds are able to support both Apple’s quick pairing tech on iOS as well as Google Fast Pair for Android devices.

Available in Beats Red, White, and Black, the new Beats Studio Buds have been listed on Apple Malaysia’s website for RM 629. However, they are still yet to be available for purchase through the site at the moment though.

Samsung Galaxy Watch3, Active Watch2, and Buds Live Receive Price Cut In Malaysia

Samsung has recently announced the new pricing for selected Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds models in Malaysia. Leading the list is the Galaxy Watch3 which the company announced during last August’s Unpacked event which also included the launch of Galaxy Note20 Series and Galaxy Z Fold2.

Depending on specific models, Samsung has taken off up to RM 500 from the original price tag:

Galaxy Watch3 45mm Titanium with Bluetooth: RM 2,299 (original price – RM 2,499)

Galaxy Watch3 45mm Stainless Steel with LTE: RM 1,699 (original price – RM 2,199)

Galaxy Watch3 41mm Stainless Steel with LTE: RM 1,599 (original price – RM 2,099)

Galaxy Watch3 45mm Stainless Steel with Bluetooth: RM 1,299 (original price – RM 1,799)

Galaxy Watch3 41mm Stainless Steel with Bluetooth: RM 1,199 (original price – RM 1,699)

Similarly, Samsung has reduced the price tag of 2019’s Galaxy Watch Active2 which is available in our market despite its age. From the ceiling price point of RM 1,399, you are now able to obtain the watch for as low as RM 799:

Galaxy Watch Active2 44mm Stainless Steel with Bluetooth: RM 1,099 (RM 1,399)

Galaxy Watch Active2 40mm Stainless Steel with Bluetooth: RM 999 (RM 1,299)

Galaxy Watch Active2 44mm Aluminium with LTE: RM 1,299 (RM 1,499)

Galaxy Watch Active2 40mm Aluminium with LTE: RM 1,199 (RM 1,399)

Galaxy Watch Active2 44mm Aluminium with Bluetooth: RM 899 (RM 1,099)

Galaxy Watch Active2 40mm Aluminium with Bluetooth: RM 799 (RM 999)

As for the Galaxy Buds Series, the price reduction has been applied to the Galaxy Buds Live in which you can now obtain for RM 549 instead of RM 699. Samsung has also cut down the price tag for Galaxy Buds+ from RM 599 to RM 449.

According to Samsung Malaysia, the newly reduced price tag for all four Galaxy wearable products that we mentioned above is effective immediately at Samsung Experience Stores and Authorized Partners nationwide as well as its online store. So, if you’re planning to purchase any of them, make sure that their pricing matches the list above or else, you could end up paying extra for them.

realme Buds Air 2 with ANC Coming To Malaysia This April For RM 199

realme has recently announced its plan to launch the new Buds Air 2 in Malaysia next month. Based on the specs stated on realme Malaysia’s website, the new true wireless earbuds (TWEs) seemed to offer plenty of upgrades over their predecessor while being made available at a much lower price point.

In many ways, the Buds Air 2 seemed to carry on the torch from the Buds Air Pro rather than the original Buds Air. Powered by the brand-new R2 chip, the second generation model adopts the in-ear design and also features active noise cancellation (ANC) although at up to 25db, the effective range is not as high as the Buds Air Pro that can go up to 35db.

Equipped with a pair of 10mm drivers which realme claimed have been covered with carbon coating to make them more durable, the Buds Air 2 also features a mode called Bass Boost+ that apparently was co-created by the well-known EDM duo, The Chainsmokers. The new TWEs have also been designed to meet the IPX5 standard which means that they should be able to withstand sweats during your workout.

In terms of battery life, the TWEs can run for up to 4 to 5 hours depending on whether the ANC is on or off while the total operational hours can go up to 25 hours when you add Buds Air 2’s charging case into the picture. There is also a fast charge feature that allows users to obtain 2 hours of playback with 10 minutes of charging time.

Price-wise, the new realme Buds Air 2 goes for RM 199 when it is made available in our shores at realme Brand Store and authorised dealers nationwide on 3 April 2021. For those who prefer to purchase the TWEs online, they can do so starting from 8 April via realme’s official store at Lazada.