What you should know
– Google announced three new features for the Pixel Buds Pro: Conversation Detection, Low-Latency Gaming Mode, and a Pixel Buds App for Chromebooks.
– The firmware version 5.9 update is currently rolling out, introducing Conversation Detection.
– The update also includes a new feature called Hearing Wellness, which helps users understand and improve their listening habits to protect hearing health.
– Users can try updating their Pixel Buds Pro in the case with the lid open if they haven’t received the update yet or if the update is interrupted.
Full Story
During the recent Made by Google event, the company announced several new features for the Pixel Buds Pro. These features were shared in a blog post, which also introduced two new colors for the earbuds. Google promised that three new features would be coming to all Pixel Buds “this fall”: Conversation Detection, Low-Latency Gaming Mode, and a Pixel Buds App for Chromebooks. In the latest firmware update (version 5.9) that is currently rolling out, Google has introduced Conversation Detection.
Conversation Detection is a handy feature that automatically detects when you start speaking and pauses your music while switching to Transparency mode. Once the conversation ends, your music resumes and Active Noise Cancellation is turned back on. Reports have surfaced on Reddit over the weekend of Pixel Buds users already receiving the 5.9 update, and it appears that the feature is now rolling out more widely.
In addition to Conversation Detection, the firmware update also includes a feature called Hearing Wellness. This feature can be found within the Pixel Buds app and helps users understand and improve their listening habits to protect their hearing health. The app tracks listening volume and duration, and provides personalized recommendations on how to listen more safely. For example, it may notify you if you’re listening at a high volume for too long or suggest taking breaks.
If you haven’t received the latest update on your Pixel Buds Pro or if the update gets interrupted, there are some troubleshooting steps you can try. For instance, you can update the earbuds while they are in the case with the lid open. It’s important to note that after the update, the version listed for the Left and Right earbuds may not match the version listed for the buds case. This is because the case takes longer to receive the update but should update eventually.
