What Causes Pixel Buds to Lag Behind?
When Pixel Buds lag behind, the latency is usually caused by a Bluetooth problem. You can sometimes fix the problem by changing an important sound setting, reconnecting the Pixel Buds, removing sources of interference from other Bluetooth devices, or updating the Pixel Buds. In many cases, the latency is caused by the high definition sound setting. While this setting improves audio fidelity, it can also cause audio to lag behind visuals when watching videos or playing games with Pixel Buds.
How Do I Fix the Sound Delay On My Pixel Buds?
Pixel Bud latency can’t be removed altogether, but it can be mitigated in some cases. If you’re having trouble with latency from your Pixel Buds, try these fixes:
Do Pixel Buds Have Latency?
Pixel Buds have latency because all Bluetooth devices have some level of latency. Some apps, like YouTube, are able to prevent you from noticing the latency as much by delaying the video to match the sound you hear from your Bluetooth earbuds. That sort of correction isn’t possible in a lot of other applications though, like gaming, so you’re likely to notice at least some latency if you use your Pixel Buds all the time. While Pixel Buds don’t have a low latency audio codec, it’s possible Google could offer a firmware update in the future to mitigate latency issues. It’s also possible the current firmware already offers improved performance over the version of the firmware running on your Pixel Buds, which is why performing a firmware update helps some people with this issue and doesn’t help others.
How Do You Calibrate Pixel Buds?
There is no way to calibrate Pixel Buds to correct for latency, but resetting Pixel Buds sometimes helps recalibrate. If your Pixel Buds used to work better, but have started lagging behind recently, then resetting may help. To reset your Pixel Buds, put the buds in the case, plug the case into power, and hold down the button on the charging case. The white light will eventually start bouncing. When the light stops bouncing, release the button. After resetting, you’ll have to set up your Pixel Buds again.
