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Published on August 19th, 2025 | by Adrian Gunning

Samsung Introduces Galaxy Buds3 FE With Iconic Design, Enhanced Sound, and Galaxy AI Integration 

Built for Galaxy fans, Buds3 FE offer essential features at a great price –now with a smarter, more stylish twist.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of Galaxy Buds3 FE, the newest addition to the Galaxy Buds lineup. As part of Samsung’s mission to expand its audio innovation to more people, Galaxy Buds3 FE are designed to deliver premium features at an accessible price. Buds3 FE bring more users into the Galaxy ecosystem with an iconic Blade design, upgraded audio performance[2], and Galaxy AI[1] capabilities.

Galaxy Buds3 FE are designed to offer an enhanced audio experience. Impactful enhancements in the Galaxy Buds lineup build off innovations in core features including Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), call quality, battery life, comfort and more to allow users the freedom to listen where they want, when they want and how they want.

Building on Samsung’s understanding of sound as the most essential part of the user experience. Galaxy Buds3 FE were made for the quiet moments on a crowded train, a call on a windy street and the playlist that powers the walk home. With a larger speaker[2], Buds3 FE deliver rich, powerful sound with deep bass and clear treble.[3]Enhanced ANC[4] reduces ambient noise, creating a more immersive listening experience.  Enhanced call clarity uses a trained machine learning model to isolate your voice, helping to ensure conversations remain clear even in noisy environments. The call experience is also improved by the adjusted microphone position, which is optimised for voice pickup with microphones facing towards the user’s mouth.

Ease of use is central to the Galaxy Buds3 FE design, with intuitive controls that facilitate effortless interactions. Users can simply pinch the Blade to make selections or swipe, for volume control. It’s also easier to connect via the pairing button on the cradle for transitions between Galaxy devices.[5] With Auto Switch, Galaxy Buds3 FE actively detects audio activity and transfers the connection seamlessly for continuous listening across all of your Galaxy devices.[6]

Additionally, AI features1 and the Buds3 FE design ensure that queuing up the next playlist or translating a conversation from one language to another is always just a word or long press away. When phrases like “Hey Google” are used, Buds3 FE can listen, understand, and respond without a screen or hands, just voice[7]. The experience is fast, natural, and conversational, designed to feel more like talking to a friend than using a device[8]. Users can also check their daily agenda or email without removing their phone from their pocket or bag. For translation[9], they can use Buds3 FE with the Galaxy AI Interpreter[10] app on their smartphone to listen to a lecture in a foreign language or have a conversation with someone in another language.

The Galaxy Buds3 FE Blade Design represents the Galaxy lineup’s distinct visual identity. With a matte dual-tone finish and semi-transparent accents, it reflects a balance of simplicity and expressive detail for a modern but playful aesthetic.

Galaxy Buds3 FE mark a new chapter in expanding the Galaxy Experience. Designed for users who want reliable performance, smart features, and a stylish design at a great value, Galaxy Buds3 FE make it easier than ever to join the Galaxy ecosystem. The earbuds also offer seamless integration with Galaxy devices, including quick access from system settings and app-free control from any screen.[11]

Pricing and availability

Galaxy Buds3 FE will be available from September 26 at particular retailers and available in new colours black and grey. RRP $249

For more details about Galaxy Buds3 FE, visit https://www.samsung.com/au/audio-sound/all-audio-sound/

Specifications

 

Galaxy Buds3 FE
Colour Black, Grey
*Available Colours may vary by market, carrier or retailer.
Dimensions Earbud: 18.0(W) x 21.1(H) x 33.8(D) mm (Exclude eartips)

Charging Case: 58.9(W) x 48.7(H) x 24.4(D) mm

Weight Earbud: 5g

Charging Case: 41.8g

*With M size eartip
Speaker 1-Way Dynamic Driver
Microphone 3 Mics
ANC & Ambient Sound ANC

Ambient Sound

Battery Capacity Earbuds: 53mAh (typical)

Charging Case: 515mAh (typical)

*The typical capacity has been tested under third party laboratory conditions. The typical capacity is the estimated average capacity considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under the IEC 61960-3 standard. The rated capacity is 50mAh (earbuds), 500mAh (charging case). Actual battery life may vary depending on the network environment, usage patterns, and other factors.
Music Time Up to 6 hours / Total up to 24 hours (ANC on)

Up to 8.5 hours / Total up to 30 hours (ANC off)*

*Earbuds provide up to 6hrs play time with ANC on (up to 8.5 hours with ANC off), while the case provides up to 24 hours of battery life (up to 30 hours with ANC off) when the case and earbuds are charged to 100%. Based on internal testing. Audio playback time tested by pairing a pre-production Galaxy Buds3 FE to a recently released Galaxy smartphone with default settings including ANC on. Actual battery life may vary and depend on usage conditions, settings, number of times charged, Bluetooth signal strength, and other factors. Default setting refers to the original setting for the Galaxy Buds3 FE, simply with the power turned on.
Talk Time Up to 4 hours / Total up to 18 hours (ANC on)

Up to 4 hours / Total up to 18 hours (ANC off)*

*Earbuds provide up to 4hrs voice call time with ANC on (up to 4 hours with ANC off), while the case provides up to 18 hours of battery life (up to 18 hours with ANC off) when the case and earbuds are charged to 100%. Based on internal testing. Voice call time tested by pairing pre-production Galaxy Buds3 FE to a recently released Galaxy smartphone with default settings including ANC on. Actual battery life may vary and depend on usage conditions, settings, number of times charged, Bluetooth signal strength, and other factors.
Connectivity Bluetooth® 5.4, Auto Switch
Codec: SSC (Samsung Seamless Codec), AAC, SBC
Sensors Proximity, Hall, Touch, Pressure Sensor
Compatibility Android 11.0 or higher with more than 1.5GB of Memory
*Some features may not be available on non-Samsung devices. Availability may vary by market, operator or connected device.
Water Resistance IP54*
*Earbuds only.

 

* Specifications may vary by market.
* All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.

 

[1] Galaxy AI features are currently free of charge, with any specific plans for premium AI services to be decided in close coordination with our partners. There are currently no plans to charge for Galaxy AI features, however different terms may apply to other AI features provided by third parties, at the end of 2025.

[2] Compared to the previous Galaxy Buds FE.

[3] Requires a compatible smartphone.

[4] Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is on by default, and the Pinch and Hold gesture for ANC can be configured directly in the phone settings for devices running One UI 8.0 and later. For devices running on earlier versions of One UI, configurations can be found in the Galaxy Wearable app.

[5] Connecting Samsung Galaxy Buds as Bluetooth Audio is available regardless of the OS. For devices running One UI 8.0 and later, settings can be configured directly in the phone settings. For devices running on earlier versions of One UI, configurations can be found in the Galaxy Wearable app. Additionally, to use the Galaxy Wearable app, Samsung Galaxy Buds must be paired with a smartphone running Android 11.0 or above with at least 1.5 GB of memory.

*Samsung Account login is required to activate and change the Galaxy Buds3 FE settings on the Galaxy Wearable app.

[6] Auto Switch feature is only available on Samsung Galaxy smartphones and Galaxy Tab devices with One UI 3.1 or later, and on Galaxy Watch4 or later. The devices must be logged in to the same Samsung Account to enable Auto Switch. Availability of certain features of Auto Switch may vary.

[7] Voice wake-up is off by default and can be configured directly in the phone settings for devices running One UI 8.0 and later. The feature uses the phone’s default Digital Assistant setting. Gemini voice wake-up is available on Galaxy Buds3 Pro, Galaxy Buds3 and Galaxy Buds3 FE with One UI 8.0 and later.

[8] Gemini is a trademark of Google LLC. Results for illustrative purposes. Gemini Live feature requires internet connection and Google Account login. Service availability may vary by country, language and device model. Features may differ depending on subscription and results may vary. Compatible with certain features and certain accounts.

[9] Galaxy Buds3 FE supports Galaxy AI features such as Interpreter and Live Translate when paired with compatible Samsung Galaxy devices. Availability of Galaxy AI features may vary by device model.

[10] Samsung Account required. Currently limited to select languages only. See website for full list of languages. Language package must be downloaded prior to use. Translation might not be accurate. Availability and supported features may vary by country, region or carrier. Audio interpretation is only available when wearing Buds and connected to a compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Interpreter feature is not directly provided by Buds themselves. If Buds are unavailable, the interpreted content is provided on the screen of your Samsung Galaxy smartphone.

[11] Availability of functions may vary by country, language, device model, apps. Some functional widgets may require a network connection and/or Samsung Account login. Available on Samsung Galaxy devices with One UI 8.0 or above. Additional devices may be supported in the future.


About the Author

Adrian lives in Melbourne Australia and has a huge passion for gaming, technology and pop culture. He recently finished his a Bachelor of Journalism and is currently focusing on games journalism. When not writing and playing video games, Adrian can be found in Comics 'R' Us debating the pros of the DC Universe and cons of the Marvel Universe.



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