Samsung set to branch into a new corner of wireless audio with its first clip-on earbuds. Android Headlines reports the earbuds will carry the name Galaxy Buds On, a departure from the previously rumored Galaxy Able name.
Images shared alongside the report give a clearer look at the design, showing an earring-style shape that clips around your ear rather than sitting inside it.
These earbuds first surfaced back in July under that Galaxy Able name, but the latest reporting points to Galaxy Buds On as the actual branding Samsung will use. The leaked images also show how they sit when worn, offering a better sense of how Samsung is approaching open-ear audio design.
Samsung Galaxy Buds On approach to audio
Unlike the standard Galaxy Buds, the Galaxy Buds On reportedly attach to your ear at two separate points. One section that sits on the inner ear houses the speaker, while the other wraps around the outer edge, creating that clip-on, earring-like shape.
One side appears noticeably wider, likely to fit the speaker component, and there’s a visible microphone for handling calls too.
According to the report, Samsung is planning to use open-ear air conduction technology, directing sound toward your ear through the edges of the ear canal rather than sealing it off. That detail hasn’t been officially confirmed, though, so treat it as a leak for now rather than a locked-in spec.
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This open-ear design could appeal strongly to anyone who wants to listen to music while staying aware of what’s happening around them. It could also suit workouts and exercise well, though the report points out that clip-on earbuds like this often trade off some sound quality compared to traditional in-ear designs.
What to expect from Samsung Galaxy Buds On
Samsung might be pushing beyond just audio here, with several smart features reportedly in the works. The report suggests users could control certain actions through head gestures, nodding or shaking, with the possibility of customizing what each gesture triggers.
Automatic volume adjustment is another rumored feature, letting the earbuds boost volume automatically as background noise increases. Voice assistant support is also reportedly on the table, with speculation pointing toward both Gemini and Bixby working with the earbuds.
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Sleep detection rounds out the rumored feature list, potentially pausing playback automatically once the earbuds sense you’ve fallen asleep. None of this has received official confirmation from Samsung so far.
These latest leaked images reportedly give the clearest look yet at Samsung’s first clip-on earbuds, though details like pricing, battery life, launch timing, connectivity, and final audio specs remain unknown for now. Until Samsung makes an official announcement, the Galaxy Buds On stay firmly in rumor territory.
