Instead, they have a “one-touch pairing” system that works for iOS and Android. Unlike Beats’ last true wireless earbuds, the Beats Studio Buds come in a case that is almost as slim and small as the earbuds themselves. The case is egg-shaped, not unlike the new Google Pixel Buds Series-A, and features a single USB-C port on the bottom and a status LED on the front. Open it up and you’ll find the earbuds. To pull them out, press the outer control panel and pull them up. The control panel is pulled up so that the earbuds are firmly in the ear, with no hook or fin pressing against the ear cup. The buds then close almost flush with the ear, and while you can’t wear them to sleep (they stick out a bit too far for that), they’re still extremely comfortable. The Beats Studio Buds are IPX4 waterproof, which means they are sweat resistant, but not waterproof. That means you can definitely take them to the gym for a quick workout, but they’re a little less secure without the earbuds, and the lack of waterproofing means you certainly shouldn’t take them to the beach. In the box, you’ll find a USB-C to USB-C charging cable and extra earbuds. Disappointingly, all of the included ear tips are silicone instead of foam – and they only come in two additional sizes – but most people should have everything they need to get a good seal and fit. Once you find the right fit, you can turn on the earbuds and try them out. For our test, we paired them with an iPhone 11 Pro and turned on Apple Music, which now supports Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos and Lossless Audio. You can’t get the full effect of Lossless Audio with the Beats Studio Buds, but you can still use them to play songs with Spatial Audio, and it sounds great. Unlike previous Beats earbuds and headphones that blast you with muffled bass, the Studio Buds have a lively sound quality that lifts both the highs and lows of the mix. The result is music to bob along to and head bob to that won’t tire you out, but will keep you hooked for long periods of time.
