How to wear and use the Galaxy Buds3 and Buds3 Pro

The Galaxy Buds series are wireless earbuds that allow you to listen to music or answer incoming calls when connected to your mobile device. You can use them while doing other activities, such as working out. The guide below explores how to use and wear the Galaxy Buds3 and Buds3 Pro correctly.

A person wearing Galaxy Buds3 Pro.

How to connect the Galaxy Buds3 and Buds3 Pro to a mobile device

Before connecting the Galaxy Buds to your mobile device, make sure that the Galaxy Buds’ charging case is sufficiently charged and the latest version of the Galaxy Wearables app is downloaded on your mobile device. The app can be downloaded through the Galaxy Store.

Opened Buds3 Pro case Opened Buds3 Pro case

Step 1. Open the charging case with the earbuds stored inside.

Galaxy Buds3 Pro connection pop-up Galaxy Buds3 Pro connection pop-up

Step 2. Tap Connect when a pop-up appears on your device.

Galaxy Buds3 Pro guide Galaxy Buds3 Pro guide

Step 3. Review permissions > Read the guide and tap Next.

Please note: You can also connect Galaxy Buds3 and Buds3 Pro to your device in the following ways.

  • Open the charging case and press the Connect button located on the bottom of the case for at least 3 seconds.
Opened Galaxy Buds3 Pro case
  • Open the Galaxy Wearable app > Select your Galaxy Buds > Tap Pair.
Searched devices list. Searched devices list.
Bluetooth pair request Bluetooth pair request

* If other wearable devices are already connected, pair your Galaxy Buds in the Galaxy Wearable app > button > Plus(+) icon.

How to wear the Galaxy Buds3 series

How to wear Galaxy Buds3 series correctly

Step 1. Insert the earbuds into your ears and orient the microphone toward your mouth > Adjust left and right to help the earbuds fit comfortably.

Step 2. The earbuds will emit a sound when the touch-sensitive sensors detect that you are wearing the earbuds.

Left Buds3 inserted into ear.

Important safety and handling information

  • Avoid excessive pressure when inserting the earbuds to avoid hurting or damaging your ears.

  • If you do not hear the detection sound, remove and reinsert the earbuds or switch the ear tips.

  • Use a pair of ear tips that fit properly. Improper fit can prevent features such as calling through the earbuds from working.

  • To prevent malfunction of the gesture feature, remove any metal objects that come into contact with the earbuds.

  • Your device contains magnets. Keep your earbuds away from items that may be affected by magnets, such as credit cards and implanted medical devices.

Indicator lights identification

The lights on the charging case and Buds3 indicate the device’s status.

Colour

Status

Continuously Red

The earbuds (if inserted) and charging case are charging

Continuously Green

The earbuds (if inserted) and charging case are fully charged

Flashes Red

Charging blocked due to abnormal temperatures

Flashes Red (after closing the charging case)

Charging case battery power is low (<10%).

Red (stays on for 5 seconds after closing the charging case)

10% ≤ Battery level ≤ 29%

Yellow (stays on for 5 seconds after closing the charging case)

30% ≤ Battery level ≤ 59%

Green (stays on for 5 seconds after closing the charging case)

Battery level ≥ 60%

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