An entire YEAR after release for Chromebooks, the Pixel Buds web app now supports Windows and macOS

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What you need to know

  • Google’s Pixel Buds web app now supports Windows and macOS.
  • The app allows you to control various settings of Pixel Buds devices, including EQ, active noise cancellation, and conversation detection.
  • Google initially released the Pixel Buds web app in October 2023, but it only supported Chromebooks until now.

As someone who has been using technology for the better part of three decades, I find myself constantly amazed by Google’s ability to evolve and adapt their products to cater to a wider audience. The recent update to the Pixel Buds web app, now compatible with Windows and macOS, is yet another testament to this commitment to inclusivity.

The Pixel Buds web application can now be used on Windows and macOS computers, enabling you to manage your earbuds from your PC. Although Google launched the Pixel Buds web app back in October 2023, they only recently added support for Windows and macOS. Google’s user guide for the web app has been updated to indicate compatibility with both Windows and macOS systems, alongside the previously supported Chrome OS.

Through the Pixel Buds web application, you gain more precise management over your earphones. This includes switching active noise cancellation on and off, activating transparency mode, or toggling conversation detection on and off. Furthermore, you can utilize this app to activate touch controls and customize the equalizer settings for your earbuds.

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The basic operation of the Pixel Buds app isn’t revolutionary; numerous headphones and earbuds can be managed via comparable applications. Notably, Google has just added compatibility for Windows and macOS to the Pixel Buds web app, which was launched nearly a year ago. Interestingly, despite being a Progressive Web App (PWA), it only functioned with Chromebooks until this recent development. The tech news site 9to5Google noticed this update in the support documentation and brought attention to it.

Regrettably, Linux users find themselves excluded from accessing the Chrome Buds web app directly. This is surprising considering Chrome OS, which is the foundation of Chrome Buds, is essentially a version of Linux. However, you can utilize the Pixel Buds web app on Linux by adjusting your user agent settings. Interestingly, you can also get the web app to function on Linux by altering your user agent to mimic a Windows system. This workaround underscores that Google could have provided native support for Linux, making their decision not to do so even more perplexing.

Pixel Buds Pro 2

Using the Pixel Buds app enhances your experience with any set of Pixel Buds, and a recent update has sparked conversations about the upcoming Google Pixel Buds Pro 2. These newly announced earbuds received a commendable 4/5 rating from our associates at Android Central. As per their review by Tshaka Armstrong, these new buds are compatible with Google Gemini, offer exceptional sound quality, and are exceptionally comfortable.

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As someone observing, it’s delightful to note that many individuals use Android phones alongside Windows PCs. It’s particularly beneficial to have a web application that enhances the functionality of the Pixel Buds Pro 2 (or any Pixel Buds) when used with a Windows-operated device. While the full Pixel Buds Pro 2 experience with AI is optimized for modern Pixel phones, such as the Pixel 6 and its successors, the recently upgraded web app remains a valuable addition for Pixel Buds owners who also use a PC.

In a recent review, Armstrong noted that Google has successfully distinguished its Pixel Buds Pro 2 TWS earbuds from the crowd by being lightweight, comfortable, and jam-packed with features. He also mentioned that the highly anticipated Google Gemini digital assistant, reminiscent of the one seen on Star Trek, is a significant draw for many users. However, it’s the exceptional sound quality that truly sets these earbuds apart in this competitive market.

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2024-09-30 15:39