Samsung’s unannounced Galaxy Buds 3 FE have appeared unexpectedly on an official Samsung website in Panama, listing the earbuds at $129 and signaling a quiet but real launch of the product. These earbuds are positioned as a low-cost option with features that include active noise cancellation (ANC) and up to 30 hours of battery life with ANC off—a battery figure that matches the previous Galaxy Buds FE and Galaxy Buds 3 models, suggesting no large battery upgrade despite earlier rumors.
The Galaxy Buds 3 FE adopt a design closely resembling Samsung’s premium Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, giving them a premium look at a lower price point. Key features confirmed or expected include adaptive ANC, up to 30 hours of playback on a full charge with ANC turned off, a comfortable ergonomic fit, and a new 1-way speaker designed to deliver rich and powerful bass. Additionally, the earbuds support multiple microphones—main, sub, and inner mics—for clear call quality and use Personalized Beamforming to optimize voice pickup based on each user’s wearing pattern.
The Galaxy Buds 3 FE also boast durability with IP57 rating, ensuring resistance to dust and water immersion. Connectivity includes Bluetooth 5.4 with support for advanced audio profiles and automatic device switching. While their finer feature set and regional launch details remain officially unconfirmed, the Panama listing suggests Samsung might follow a similar soft-launch strategy as seen with the Galaxy Buds Core earlier this year.
Fans and potential buyers should note the $129 price point is higher than the original Galaxy Buds FE’s $99 launch price. It remains uncertain if the Galaxy Buds 3 FE will see a broader global release soon or what the exact US pricing will be. Overall, the Galaxy Buds 3 FE appear to be a promising budget-friendly ANC earbud option with polished design and solid core features, quietly entering the market with minimal fanfare for now.