First Look at Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro
Samsung appears poised to unveil a new generation of wireless earbuds alongside the upcoming Galaxy S26 series, and early dummy units are already circulating ahead of next week’s Galaxy Unpacked event.
Photos shared by TechTalkTV on social media show non-functional display models of both the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro being distributed to retail stores. While these units do not power on, they offer a clear preview of the final design language expected at launch.
The images largely align with recent leaks, confirming that Samsung is continuing with a stem-based design. However, the addition of a metallic accent along the stem stands out as the most notable change.
Design Tweaks and Metallic Finish
The new silver-on-black finish seen on the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro suggests a more premium aesthetic compared to the standard model. The metallic plate along the stem appears to be a deliberate refinement, potentially responding to earlier comparisons between previous Galaxy Buds and Apple’s AirPods.
The Pro variant also returns to a square-shaped charging case rather than a flip-top design, helping differentiate it visually. In contrast, the standard Galaxy Buds 4 appear simpler and more understated, with some observers describing the look as reminiscent of older budget earbuds.
When viewed without the metallic detailing, both models still resemble Apple’s stemmed earbuds. However, visible charging connectors and the darker color option on the Pro version help reduce direct visual similarity.
Case Details and Extra Features
A rear view of the standard Galaxy Buds 4 case reveals a USB-C charging port and a physical sync button. The button may support pairing functions or potentially enable remote device-locating features, such as ringing a misplaced phone.
Because these display units are already being sent to retail partners, it is widely expected that Samsung will formally introduce both the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro at its upcoming Unpacked event next week.