Check battery level difference between the Galaxy Buds

One earbud of the Galaxy Buds operates as the master device, and the earbud that works as the main one consumes battery power faster than the other. The master device may interchange between the left earbud or the right earbud depending on the usage environment.

The battery consumption of the left and right earbuds may differ depending on whether you mainly wear one side while using the Galaxy Buds, or due to Bluetooth confusion. Depending on your calls, media listening, volume, and other usage patterns, the battery of both earbuds may be consumed differently. So, the left and right earbuds' battery life may differ depending on the usage pattern and circumstances. This is not a malfunction of the device.

If your Galaxy Buds are connected to your phone, you can check the battery level of the Galaxy Buds in the Galaxy Wearable app. This battery indicator may show the battery life of each earbud separately or show only the lower battery level of the two earbuds.

Only one battery level shown

• When there is no difference or only a slight difference in battery levels between the left and right earbuds, only the lower battery level is shown.

• When the difference in battery levels between the left and right earbuds is more significant, the battery levels of each earbud are displayed separately.  

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