How to Pair Galaxy Buds 2

This article will explain how to pair your Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 wireless earbuds with an Android or iOS smartphone, as well as other Bluetooth-enabled devices—such as a PC or Mac.

The first thing you’ll need to do is make sure your Galaxy Buds 2 are in Bluetooth pairing mode, which allows them to be discovered by other devices, and then synced (connected to).

How Do You Put Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Into Pairing Mode?

Pairing mode works differently if you’ve never connected your earbuds to other devices before or if this is your first time using them. You can also connect them manually or by using the Galaxy Wearable or Samsung Galaxy Buds app for your respective mobile device.

Pairing the Galaxy Buds 2 for the First Time

If this is your first time using the Galaxy Buds 2, or you have never paired them before, the process is slightly different. You can also opt to use the Galaxy Wearable app (Android) or Samsung Galaxy Buds app (iOS) instead, in which case you can skip to that section below.

Here's how to manually pair your Galaxy Buds 2 for the first time:

1. Place your earbuds in the wireless charging case and close the lid. Wait at least five seconds, and then open the case again.
   

2. The earbuds will automatically enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
   

3. On your device, enter the Bluetooth settings and look for Galaxy Buds 2 in the list of devices available to connect. Then, select the earbuds from the list.
   

4. After a few seconds the earbuds should connect to the device, and you should see a pop-up message asking you to confirm the pairing. Press OK.
   

How Do You Pair Buds 2?

In addition to using the mobile apps, you can enable pairing mode on your Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 manually to refresh a connection or connect to other devices, such as a PC or Mac.

Here's how to turn on pairing mode manually:

1. Place the earbuds in your ears, and then press and hold the touchpads on the sides of the buds for a few seconds.
   

2. The earbuds will make an initial sound, before emitting a constant noise indicating they are in pairing mode. This is why it's best to wear them during the manual pairing process.
   

3. On the device, you want to pair, enter the Bluetooth settings—make sure Bluetooth is turned on—and then look for the Galaxy Buds 2 in the list of available devices. Click or tap on Galaxy Buds 2 to begin pairing.
   

4. It depends on the device, but you may need to authorize the pairing by interacting with a prompt, such as tapping OK or Confirm.
   

Pairing Galaxy Buds 2 Using the Galaxy Wearable or Samsung Galaxy Buds App

On Android, you can install and use the Galaxy Wearable mobile companion app to sync and configure your earbuds. A similar app, called Samsung Galaxy Buds, can be used on iOS.

Here's how to set that up:

1. Place your earbuds in the charging case, close the lid, and wait at least five to six seconds.
   

2. Open the Galaxy Wearable or Samsung Galaxy Buds app, and tap Start or Get Started to begin the pairing process. The app will begin scanning for available devices.
   

3. Open the case lid to enter pairing mode, and wait for Galaxy Buds 2 to appear in the Galaxy Wearable or Samsung Galaxy Buds app.
   

4. Select your Galaxy Buds 2 from the list when they appear and tap OK to confirm. In Samsung Galaxy Buds, you’ll also have to confirm whether you want to share diagnostic information by tapping Agree, reviewing the details, and then tapping Got It.
   

5. After a few seconds the earbuds will connect to the device and you can use them to listen to audio. In Samsung Galaxy Buds, you’ll also see more information about your earbuds, and you’ll need to tap Confirm.
   

Why Won't My Galaxy Buds 2 Go Into Pairing Mode?

For the most part, the Galaxy Buds 2 should enter pairing mode automatically when they are in their wireless charging case, especially if you’ve never connected to another device before. You can also enter pairing mode manually by holding the touchpads on the earbuds for a few seconds. You’ll know they’re ready to pair because you’ll hear a constant noise, a beeping tone, emitted by the buds.

If you are having trouble entering pairing mode or connecting to other devices, you may want to disconnect them from any current devices. You can also try turning Bluetooth off and back on again on the device you want to connect to.

Where Is the Pairing Button on Galaxy Buds 2?

There is no dedicated pairing button on the Galaxy Buds 2 because the process is designed to be seamless. If you need to enter pairing mode manually and the case method is not working, you can press and hold the touchpads on the earbuds for a few seconds, with them in your ears. When they enter pairing mode, you'll hear a noise in the earbuds letting you know it's okay to connect a new device.

If you have more questions about pairing your Galaxy Buds 2 to your smartphone, you can check out Samsung's official documentation or reach out to its customer support team.