Vanessa Pau

Product Manager for Pixel Buds who led development of the Pixel Buds 2a, focusing on audio performance, ANC, battery life, repairability, and user-focused design trade-offs.

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Oct 1, 2025 • 18min

Hear What Matters: The Pixel Buds 2a Experience | Made by Google Podcast S8E5

In this conversation, Vanessa Pau, a Product Manager for Pixel Buds and a biomedical engineer, reveals the thought process behind the Pixel Buds 2a. She discusses the impressive upgrades in Active Noise Cancellation, boasting a 1.5x improvement thanks to the Tensor A1 chip. Vanessa shares insights on enhancing battery life and how user feedback shaped sound quality decisions. The episode also highlights innovative repairability features, customizable fit options, and AI-powered enhancements for clearer calls and outdoor use.

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