- The firmware version v6.144 update began rolling out for the “Pixel Buds Pro 2” around Friday, October 16, 2026.
- The firmware version v6.144 update introduces 5 features for the “Pixel Buds Pro 2” and 4 features for the “Pixel Buds 2a.”
- “Pixel Buds Pro 2” and “Pixel Buds 2a” users are encouraged to check for the firmware update in the “Google Pixel Buds” app for Android.
In early October 2026, Google announced the firmware version v6.144 update, which began rolling out for two Google Pixel Bluetooth earphone models: the “Pixel Buds Pro 2” and “Pixel Buds 2a.”
That firmware version v6.144 update then began rolling out to the “Pixel Buds Pro 2” and “Pixel Buds 2a” around Friday, October 16, 2026. The firmware version v6.144 update brings 5 new features to the “Pixel Buds Pro 2” and 4 new features to the “Pixel Buds 2a.”
While firmware updates for the “Pixel Buds Pro 2” and “Pixel Buds 2a” are delivered automatically if “Automatic updates” is turned on, you can also apply the update manually through the “Google Pixel Buds” app for Android.
Applying the firmware version v6.144 update to the “Pixel Buds Pro 2” rolls out multiple new features as Google previously announced. Detailed explanations of these new features are also displayed.
| Target Devices |
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|---|---|
| Firmware Version | v6.144 |
| “Dynamic ANC (Active Noise Cancellation)” Enhancement | Automatically adjusts to deliver excellent noise-cancellation performance even when the earbuds do not fit snugly in your ears. *”Pixel Buds Pro 2″ only |
| Enhanced “Real-time Translation” | Start “Real-time Translation” (Conversational mode / Listening mode) in the “Google Translate” app simply by touching the earbuds. |
| Change Settings via “Gemini” Voice Commands | Use your voice to turn Active Noise Cancellation ON/OFF, adjust the equalizer, enable touch controls, and more. |
| Tap to Mute | Tap the earbuds during a call to switch between muting and unmuting the microphone. *Connection to a Google Pixel device only |
| Automatic Media Pause at Bedtime | When the “Google Pixel Watch” series detects that you have fallen asleep, it automatically pauses media playback, turns off touch controls, and silences notifications. |
The firmware version v6.144 update for the “Pixel Buds Pro 2” and “Pixel Buds 2a” introduces a total of four new features: enhanced “Real-time Translation,” settings adjustments via “Gemini” voice commands, tap to mute/unmute, and “Bedtime” synchronization linked with the “Google Pixel Watch” series. In addition, the “Pixel Buds Pro 2” receives “Dynamic ANC (Active Noise Cancellation),” which delivers superior noise-cancellation performance even when the earbuds do not fit snugly in your ears. “Pixel Buds Pro 2” and “Pixel Buds 2a” users should check for the firmware update in the “Google Pixel Buds” app for Android.
“Google Pixel Buds” App Link
