Samsung has been doing a great job with the Galaxy Buds product line. And if you own a pair of these, you need to know that Samsung has a companion app for your phone. One important feature that comes with the app is that it allows you to install the latest firmware update on your Galaxy Buds.
In this article, we will show you how to update the software on Galaxy Buds. Not only that, we’ll also help you troubleshoot if you can’t update your headphones. We are using Galaxy Buds Live and we used them to create this article.
Let’s start by understanding the need for software updates on the earbuds.
Why update Samsung Galaxy Buds
A pair of true wireless headphones is more than just a hardware device. With features like active noise cancellation, touch controls, wear detection, motion detection and most importantly Bluetooth connectivity – they obviously need a piece of software to work.
As a result, your earbuds are programmed so they can work the way they should. However, like our phones, they need to be updated in a timely manner to function and adapt to new changes. These updates also fix and fix any bugs present in the headset. Therefore, manufacturers bundle a companion app to help you keep your headphones up to date.
Samsung has an app called ‘Galaxy Buds’ for both Android and iPhone and it allows you to update and install updates for your Samsung Galaxy Buds. But before diving into that, let’s take a look at all the devices this app is compatible with.
List of compatible Galaxy Buds models with companion app
Here are all the wireless headphones that the Galaxy Wearable Android app supports.
- galaxy bud
- galaxy bud +
- galaxy bud 2
- Galaxy Buds Pro
- Galaxy Buds Pro 2
- Live Galaxy Buds
Here are all the wireless headphones that the Galaxy Buds iPhone app supports.
- Live Galaxy Buds
- galaxy bud +
Yes, unfortunately, the Galaxy Buds app only supports two devices on the iPhone. However, you can still pair and use any Samsung earbuds on your iPhone, but to make any changes you’ll have to use the Android app.
Now that we know about compatibility, let’s learn how to install firmware update on Galaxy Buds.
How to update Samsung Galaxy Buds
First, let’s see how to use the Galaxy Wearable app on Android to install a firmware update on the Galaxy Buds.
Install Galaxy Buds Update Using Android
Step 1: Download and install the Galaxy Wearable app on your Android device.
Step 2: Next, pair and connect the Galaxy Buds to your phone. To do so, open Bluetooth in Settings.
Step 3: Tap your Buds in the available devices and select Pair.
Step 4: After connecting your device, open the downloaded Galaxy Wearable app and tap Get Started.
Step 5: After you choose your headphones, download the plugin for your headphones. Tap the plug-in and select OK.
Step 6: You will be redirected to the Play Store. Install the plug-in application.
Step 7: Once you are done with the installation, go back to the Galaxy Wearable app and tap Allow to grant the requested permissions.
Your buds are now successfully registered to the Samsung Wearable app.
Step 8: Now tap on Headset Settings and select ‘Update Headset Software’.
Note: If you don’t find the Headphone Settings option, on some devices you can directly access the ‘Update Headset Software’ option on the main screen of the app.
Step 10: You can now check for and install the latest firmware update on your Galaxy Buds.
After updating your Galaxy Buds, you’ll see a message confirming that you’ve got the latest software update.
So, this is how you install the firmware update on your Galaxy Buds. However, if you own an iPhone, read our next section for a step-by-step process.
How to Update Samsung Galaxy Buds on iPhone
Step 1: Download and install the Galaxy Buds app on your iPhone using the link below.
As mentioned earlier, this app only supports Galaxy Buds+ and Galaxy Buds Live. However, you can still pair and use all other earbuds on your iPhone.
Step 2: Open the Settings app and tap Bluetooth.
Step 2: Pair and connect your Galaxy Buds.
Step 4: Next, open the Galaxy Buds app. Now tap your device.
Step 5: Select the device to be scanned. Now you are ready and registered buds on the app.
Step 6: Now, tap on ‘Update Headset Software’ on the home screen.
Step 7: Finally, tap on ‘Download and Install’ to install the latest firmware update on the Galaxy Buds.
So here’s what you have to do to update the software on your Galaxy Buds. However, if you face any issues while updating your headphones, the next section should help fix your problem.
What to do if you cannot update Samsung Galaxy Buds
After all, installing the latest firmware isn’t perfect. A lot of users face some problems in this process and here are some measures that you can take.
- Make sure your Buds have enough battery power: Make sure your headphones are charged above 50% while you try to update the software.
- Check compatibility: Make sure that your headset is compatible with the phone and the accompanying application. We covered the Galaxy Buds compatibility or its lack in the previous section of this article.
- Stay within range: Make sure you don’t have much distance between your phone and the connected Buds. If the device is out of range, you obviously cannot update the software.
- Try reinstalling the app: If none of the above methods work, you can try reinstalling the Galaxy Buds/Galaxy Wearable app on your device.
- Reset headphones: Try resetting your Galaxy Buds as a last resort. You have the option to do so within the app.
However, if you have more similar questions, you can read our FAQ section below.
Galaxy Buds Software Update FAQ
1. How often are updates for Samsung Galaxy Buds released?
We observe an update every few weeks.
2. How long will it take to update Samsung Galaxy Buds?
It will only take a few minutes to complete the update.
3. Will updating the headset fix the lag issue?
If a common bug is causing lag issues, a software update will definitely fix the problem.
4. Is the Galaxy Wearable app and the Galaxy Buds app free to use?
Yes, they are free to download.
5. Can a software update fix battery drain on the Galaxy Buds?
Yes, if there is a bug affecting a large group of users related to the battery, an update should fix most of the problem.
Use your Samsung Galaxy Buds seamlessly
Here’s everything you need to know about updating to the latest firmware on your Galaxy Buds. While we appreciate the Samsung bundle in a companion app, we do look forward to full compatibility with the iPhone app. But until then, we hope you found this article helpful to update your Galaxy Buds.
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