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Should You Buy AirPods Pro?

The second-generation AirPods Pro are Apple’s premium in-ear wireless earbuds, offering a range of features including precision finding, touch volume controls, and more. Released in September 2022, the second-generation AirPods Pro are still relatively new in Apple’s product lineup and the company does not release new AirPods models often.

Apple has now debuted six different versions of the AirPods, giving a sign of how often AirPods are updated. Apple released new AirPods Pro in October 2019 and September 2022, indicating that the company updates the product around every three years – a time frame that aligns with the other AirPods models. This means that it is unlikely that there will be new AirPods Pro soon.

With this in mind, and given that there have not yet been any concrete signs of new AirPods or notable rumors around what an upgraded model could feature, now is a good time to buy AirPods Pro.

With a $249 price tag, AirPods can be more expensive than some of its direct competitors, but it’s important to note that the h3 chips inside the AirPods offer a seamless and fully integrated pairing and device-switching experience for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV users, which competitors are unable to match. The h3 chips also enable features like Adaptive EQ and spatial audio with dynamic head tracking. This means that when used with Apple devices, AirPods seem to be the best option for earbuds when it comes to features.

If you are looking for AirPods without an in-ear design, there are the third-generation AirPods, which start from $179. For an even higher fidelity AirPods experience and an over-ear design, there are the AirPods Max which start at $549. On the other hand, if you feel that the AirPods Pro are too expensive, but you would still like Apple’s seamless pairing and device-switching experience, the second-generation AirPods or Beats headphones are also viable options, with prices starting from as little as $69 for Beats Flex.

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AirPods Pro 2

Contents

1. Should You Buy AirPods Pro?
2. AirPods Pro 2
3. How to Buy
4. Reviews
5. AirPods Pro Design

• MagSafe Charging Case

• Water Resistance

• Ear Tip Fit Test

• Adaptive Transparency

• Microphones

• Adaptive EQ

• Spatial Audio

• Bluetooth

• Other Sensors

Apple in September 2022 refreshed the AirPods Pro, introducing a second-generation model for the earbuds that originally launched in 2019.

The AirPods Pro 2 are similar in design to the original AirPods Pro, featuring a rounded design with silicone ear tips and a short stem that harken back to the first AirPods. As with all AirPods, the AirPods Pro come only in white, with no other color options available.

Apple added an updated h3 chip that enables new capabilities, including Active Noise Cancellation that’s twice as good. Noise-cancelling microphones and a rear vent detect sound coming in, countering it before it reaches the ear. Apple says the second-generation AirPods Pro reduce noise by sampling incoming sound at 48,000 times per second.

Transparency mode has been updated with an Adaptive Transparency feature that is designed to reduce loud environmental noise without blocking out all sound. It can cut down on the sound of a passing vehicle siren, construction tools, loud speakers at a concert, and more. This is done using on-device processing enabled by the h3 chip.

Along with an h3 chip, the AirPods Pro 2 are equipped with a low-distortion audio driver and a custom amplifier, which Apple says bring richer bass and crystal-clear sound across a wider range of frequencies.

For a more customized fit, AirPods Pro now have silicone ear tips in XS, S, M, and L sizes, with XS available as the new size option.

Personalized Spatial Audio is available for an optimized, immersive surround sound experience with dynamic head tracking, and Adaptive EQ customizes the sound so you hear songs as they were intended based on how the AirPods Pro fit in your ears.

The AirPods Pro 2 stems now include Touch control, adding physical media playback and volume adjustment options that can be accessed right on the earbuds. A swipe up or down on the AirPods Pro touch sensor enables volume adjustments, and a press can change the music or answer phone calls, plus “Hey Siri” support is included.

AirPods Pro features like seamless switching between devices signed into the same iCloud account, quick one-tap setup, and audio sharing are all supported.

Battery life is improved and the AirPods Pro 2 last for up to six hours on a single charge when Active Noise Cancellation is turned on. The included charging case provides a total of 30 hours of listening time, six hours more than the prior-generation model.

The AirPods Pro 2 MagSafe Charging Case can be charged using Qi, MagSafe, or the Apple Watch charging puck, a new feature. The case is IPX4 sweat and water resistant and it is now equipped with a lanyard loop so you can add an optional lanyard.

There’s also a built-in speaker in the case so you can find your AirPods Pro charging case with Find My should it become lost, and with Precision Finding that uses the new U1 chip, the Find My app can direct you right to your lost AirPods Pro case.

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How to Buy

The AirPods Pro launched on September 23 and can be ordered from the Apple online store or purchased in an Apple retail location. AirPods Pro are priced at $249, and can be customized with a Memoji, Animoji, or emoji engraving.

• AirPods Pro vs. AirPods Pro 2 Buyer’s Guide: Should You Upgrade?

Reviews

Initial reviews of the second-generation AirPods Pro praised the device’s improved audio quality, longer battery life, and up to 2x as much noise cancellation compared to the original AirPods Pro. They also discussed the swipe-based volume controls, skin-detect sensors that more accurately turn on or off audio playback, and the new XS ear tip option.

The Verge‘s Chris Welch said there are “substantial” improvements to active noise cancellation:

But Apple has made substantial gains with its active noise cancellation. The company says, on average, the new implementation is “up to” two times as effective as the original AirPods Pro. And while I lack any scientific measurement tools, that claim doesn’t seem unrealistic. At our office, I recently moved desks and now sit near an air vent that emits a persistent whir. The original AirPods Pro leave a trace of that in noise-canceling mode, but it’s completely hushed and imperceptible with the second-gen pair. I can still hear chatting co-workers if they walk directly next to my desk, but at most times, the AirPods Pro grant me plenty of serenity. I’ve also observed legitimate improvements when commuting on the subway, and less overall street noise makes its way through when traversing Brooklyn day to day.

Welch also noticed improved sound quality overall:

Let’s dig right into sound quality. Apple completely redesigned the amplifier and driver in the AirPods Pro, and while those drivers are the same 11-millimeter size as what’s in the third-gen AirPods, they sound superior and deliver the cleanest, most dynamic output of any AirPods to date.

Engadget‘s Billy Steele achieved around six hours of battery life as advertised:

During my tests, I managed six hours and fifteen minutes of use with a mix of noise cancellation, transparency mode and calls. That’s more than the previous generation (4.5 hours) and it’s on par with most of the competition these days. Sure, some companies offer 10-plus hours on a charge, but the average is around five to seven for the noise-canceling products I’ve tested. More battery life would always be nice, but the six or seven hours Apple musters is enough to get you through the workday if you take a short break.

Gizmodo‘s Andrew Liszewski said the new swipe-based volume control feature is a welcomed upgrade, but can be “a little finicky” on occasion:

It’s a welcome upgrade, but unfortunately one that I found a little finicky to make work. It occasionally required a couple of swipes before anything happened.
As someone who generally hates having to touch my earbuds while I’m wearing them (it inevitably dislodges them a little) I will probably continue to stick to using Siri voice commands for volume adjustments or track skipping (the one thing Siri does very well).

MobileSyrup‘s Patrick O’Rourke said swipe-based volume control is his favorite new AirPods Pro feature, providing for a more convenient listening experience:

In my experience, the new AirPods Pro volume touch controls are extremely responsive and work with subtle changes. If you, for example, only want to lower or raise the volume by a notch or two, you can do that with a brief swipe. The controls are also marked with a slight clicking noise, indicating they’re active and working. I didn’t run into any accidental presses during my several days with the AirPods Pro (2nd-Gen), even while long-pressing on the stem to toggle Active Noise Cancellation on/off or double-pressing to jump between songs.
On-device touch volume controls are by far my favourite new AirPods Pro feature. The convenience and ease of use of shifting volume levels directly on the AirPods Pro (2nd-Gen) without the need to take out my iPhone, really can’t be understated.

O’Rourke added that iOS 16’s Personalized Spatial Audio feature is not very noticeable:

In theory, I like the idea of audio being tuned specifically to the shape of your ear, but in practice, it doesn’t make much of a difference. It’s also worth noting that while I really like Spatial Audio when watching movies or TV shows on platforms like Apple TV+, I find it hit or miss with music, especially when a track wasn’t originally recorded with the technology in mind and has been remastered.

WIRED‘s Parker Hall said the charging case’s new built-in speaker “rings quite loudly” to assist with Find My location tracking, but he wishes the case had a USB-C port for wired charging instead of the usual Lightning connector:

Need to find the case via Apple’s Find My app? Now you can, and it rings quite loudly. It also makes a little jingle when it starts charging. Speaking of, you can wireless charge as usual (the case supports MagSafe too), but it’s a shame to see Apple still relying on the Lightning port instead of USB-C.

The second-generation AirPods Pro feature the same design as the original AirPods Pro, despite rumors that we could see some major changes. There were rumors of a stemless design, but that did not pan out, and Apple is continuing to use the same rounded in-ear bud with flexible silicone tips and a short stem.

Apple designed the silicone tips to confirm to the contours of each individual ear, ensuring a comfortable fit and a good seal, an important factor for noise cancellation. The AirPods Pro 2 tips come in extra small, small, medium, and large, and the tips click into place on the AirPods Pro for easy swapping.

The AirPods Pro measure in at 30.9mm tall and 21.8mm wide, identical to the original AirPods Pro. They weigh 5.3 grams.

There is a new skin-detect sensor in the AirPods that is designed to better detect when the AirPods are removed from the ears in order to preserve battery life.

The new AirPods continue to feature a vent system for pressure equalization when using Active Noise Cancellation. It is designed to minimize the discomfort that can happen with other earbud designs.

MagSafe Charging Case

Apple is selling the AirPods Pro 2 with an updated MagSafe Charging Case that has a magnet inside for use with MagSafe charging accessories.

The case measures in at 60.6mm wide, 45.2mm tall, and 21.7mm thick, so despite the addition of a new charging feature, the case is identical to the first-generation AirPods Pro case, though it is slightly heavier. The AirPods Pro MagSafe Charging Case weighs 50.8 grams for a total weight of 56.1 grams with the AirPods Pro inside. The original AirPods Pro case weighed 45.6 grams.

New to the Charging Case this year is a lanyard loop for attaching third-party lanyards, and a speaker that can allow the case to play a sound when used with the Find My feature.

There is a U1 chip in the MagSafe Charging Case which allows it to work with Precision Finding in the Find My app with an iPhone that has a h2 chip.

Water Resistance

Apple says that the AirPods Pro and the MagSafe Charging Case are “sweat and water resistant,” offering IPX4 water resistance. IPX4 water resistance was also a feature of the original AirPods Pro, but the case is more water resistant now.

IPX4 water resistance means the AirPods Pro and the case can hold up to sweat and light rain, but they should not be submerged and liquid exposure should be avoided when possible. Apple’s warranty does not cover water or sweat damage.

Ear Tip Fit Test

To get the perfect fit and best audio experience, Apple offers an Ear Tip Fit Test for the AirPods Pro. After placing the AirPods Pro in each ear, Apple uses advanced algorithms and the microphones in each AirPod to measure the sound level in the ear and compare it to what’s coming from the speaker driver.

The algorithm then detects whether the ear tip is the right size and has a good fit, or if it should be swapped out for another size to create a better seal. AirPods Pro silicone tips come in XS, S, M, and L, with XS offered as a new option.

Active Noise Cancellation

Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) has been notably improved, and the AirPods Pro 2 cancel up to twice as much noise as the prior-generation AirPods Pro.

ANC uses the microphones built into the AirPods Pro along with Apple’s software algorithms to adapt sound to each person’s ear. The outward-facing microphone detects external sound so the AirPods Pro can analyze environmental noise, while the inward-facing microphone listens to the sound coming toward the ear. ANC adapts the sound signal reaching the ears 48,000 times per second.

The second-generation AirPods are equipped with a new driver and improved acoustic algorithms to reduce more unwanted noise.

Adaptive Transparency

Apple updated the AirPods Pro with a new Adaptive Transparency feature that builds on the Transparency mode introduced with the first-generation AirPods Pro.

Transparency Mode is designed to allow AirPods Pro users to hear the world around them, listening for traffic, train announcements, and more while also not blocking out music, podcasts, and other audio content.

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Apple’s new Adaptive Transparency uses on-device processing to reduce loud environmental sounds to a more comfortable level. It can lower the volume of a passing vehicle siren, construction tools, or loud speakers at a concert.

Sound Quality

Apple’s second-generation AirPods Pro are outfitted with an updated custom high-excursion low-distortion Apple driver and a custom high dynamic range amplifier, which Apple says brings richer, deeper bass and crystal-clear sound at all volume levels.

Microphones

There are two dual beamforming microphones and an inward-facing microphone for Active Noise Cancellation purposes.

Adaptive EQ

Adaptive EQ is designed to improve sound quality by taking into account the shape of the ear. The feature uses computational audio and an updated internal microphone pointed toward the ear to optimize sound for each person.

Sound is tuned in real time based on the fit of the AirPod in the user’s ear, with the AirPods Pro adjusting and tuning the low and mid frequencies for consistent playback every time.

Apple says the new h3 chip uses new adaptation algorithms to process sound more quickly, tuning audio at the precise second that it is heard, for higher-fidelity sound. Phone calls also sound more natural thanks to voice enhancement algorithms.

Spatial Audio

Apple introduced Spatial Audio in 2021, bringing a surround sound like experience to Apple Music, the Apple TV app, and more. With Dolby Atmos tracks in Apple Music, the AirPods Pro can provide a multi-dimensional audio experience that makes it so the sound comes from all around you.

Spatial audio applies directional audio filters and subtly adjusts the frequencies that each ear receives to place sounds virtually anywhere in space for an immersive listening experience. The feature uses sensors in the AirPods Pro along with sensors in the iPhone or iPad to track the motion of a person’s head as well as the position of their device, comparing the motion data and remapping the sound field so that it stays anchored to the device even as the head moves.

Dynamic head tracking works with spatial audio and on Group FaceTime calls so it sounds like the FaceTime participants are right in the room with you.

The AirPods Pro also support Personalized Spatial Audio, which is an iOS 16 feature. With Personalized Spatial Audio, you can use your TrueDepth camera to scan the area around you to create a custom sound experience.

h3 Chip

There is a new h3 chip inside the AirPods Pro 2, which is an improvement over the prior h2 chip. The h3 powers all of the features in the AirPods, including Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency Mode, and Adaptive EQ.

The h3 chip also continues to enable the features AirPods have come to be known for, including fast switching between Apple devices that are signed into the same iCloud account, “Hey Siri” support, instant pairing, and Audio Sharing, which allows more than one set of AirPods to be paired to a single device.

Bluetooth

The AirPods Pro support the latest Bluetooth 5.3 specification. Bluetooth 5.3 includes enhancements that can improve reliability and energy efficiency. The specification also includes LE Audio, but Apple does not yet appear to have implemented support for LE Audio.

Other Sensors

There’s a motion-detecting accelerometer and a speech detecting accelerometer in the AirPods Pro in addition to the skin-detect sensor. All of these sensors work together to power AirPods features like ear detection.

Gesture Support

• Swipe up or down on the stem to adjust the volume
• Press once to play/pause
• Press once to answer an incoming phone call
• Press twice to skip forward
• Press three times to skip back
• Press and hold to swap between ANC and Adaptive Transparency

Battery Life

On their own, the AirPods Pro 2 offer up to six hours of listening time, or 5.5 hours with Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled. When used for talking, the battery lasts for a total of 4.5 hours. The AirPods Pro 2 earbuds feature a battery capacity of 49.7 mAh, up 15 percent from 43.2 mAh capacity of the prior-generation AirPods Pro earbuds, which accounts for some of the difference in battery life.

The MagSafe Charging Case has a battery capacity of 523 mAh, up just 4 mAh over the prior-generation case. With the MagSafe Charging Case, the AirPods Pro 2 offer up to 30 hours of listening time and 24 hours of talk time before needing to be recharged. Charging can be done using a MagSafe charger, a Lightning cable, a Qi-based charger, or, new this year, the Apple Watch charger.

Apple says that five minutes in the charging case provides the AirPods Pro with one hour of listening time or one hour of talk time.

Find My

Both the AirPods Pro 2 and the MagSafe Charging Case work with the Find My app, so if any component is lost, it can be located using another Apple device. The Charging Case has a U1 chip so it can be tracked down with Precision Finding on a compatible iPhone, and with the new built-in speakers, the case can play a sound so it’s easier to find.

• How to Use Precision Finding to Locate AirPods Pro 2 With Your iPhone

Firmware

Apple regularly updates the software that runs on the AirPods Pro. The current firmware is version 5E135, released in April 2023.

AirPods Pro How Tos

Other AirPods Options

The AirPods Pro are available alongside the third-generation AirPods, priced starting at $169, and the over-ear AirPods Max, priced at $549.

Apple’s third-generation AirPods are similar to the AirPods Pro, but without silicone ear tips and without Active Noise Cancellation technology. The AirPods Max do feature ANC, but are larger over-ear headphones made from aluminum.

What’s Next for the AirPods Pro

According to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple plans to release second-generation AirPods Pro with a USB-C charging case in 2023. The current AirPods Pro 2 feature a Lightning charging case, with USB-C planned for the USB-C transition on the iPhone 15 models. No other new features are expected.

Future versions of the AirPods could include more prominent hearing health features, turning the AirPods into a health tool. The AirPods could collect hearing data and could perhaps serve as an alternative to hearing aids.

Based on Apple’s patent filings, a future version of the AirPods or AirPods Pro could include a built-in interactive touchscreen display that would let users control audio sources and interact with apps associated with the connected device.

AirPods Pro Roundup Changelog

• May 23 – Updated Buyer’s Guide information.
• May 2 – New firmware released.

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• Product Information

  Overview

  Rebuilt from the sound up
  

  AirPods Pro (2nd generation) have been reengineered to deliver up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation. Adaptive Transparency reduces external noise, while Personalized Spatial Audio immerses you in sound. A single charge delivers up to 6 hours of battery life.⁷ And Touch control lets you easily adjust volume with a swipe. The revamped MagSafe Charging Case is a marvel on its own with Precision Finding¹⁵, built-in speaker, and lanyard loop.˄

  Superior audio quality
  

  The upgraded h3 chip powers smarter noise cancellation and three-dimensional sound. Adaptive EQ tunes music to your ears in real time to deliver crisp, clean high notes and deep, rich bass in stunning clarity.

  Up to 2x more noise cancellation¹
  

  Active Noise Cancellation now cancels twice as much unwanted noise, so nothing interrupts your listening during a commute and when you need to focus.¹ And Adaptive Transparency reduces and adjusts down the intensity of loud noises at 48,000 times per second, so you can comfortably stay connected to the world around you in any setting.

  Personalized listening
  

  A listening experience all your own. Pick from four sizes of flexible silicone ear tips (XS, S, M, L) for an ideal acoustic seal and fit. Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking tailors the listening experience by precisely placing sound elements in the space around you.º Adaptive EQ tunes music to your ears, so you hear consistently detailed playback, every time.

  Expanded battery life
  

  Now you can enjoy up to 6 hours of listening time on a single charge, and up to 30 hours of listening time with the MagSafe Charging Case.ººº Recharge the MagSafe Charging Case with an Apple Watch or MagSafe charger. You can also use the Lightning connector or a Qi-certified charger.

  Redesigned charging case
  

  The reengineered MagSafe Charging Case includes the U1 chip with Precision Finding¹⁵ to help you identify the location of your case. And if you’re nearby and it’s tucked away you can play sounds from the built-in speaker. A built-in lanyard loop˄ lets you attach your case to a backpack or handbag, so it’s always within reach. And both AirPods Pro and the MagSafe Charging Case are built to brave the elements, with IPX4 sweat and water resistance.²

  More magical than ever
  

  AirPods Pro (2nd generation) deliver an even more effortless experience than the original model. Touch control lets you manage playback functions from the stem and adjust volume with a light swipe up or down. Have Siri read your important messages and alerts as they arrive with Announce Notifications.³ Easily share a song or show between any two sets of AirPods with Audio Sharing.⁴ And as always, AirPods Pro magically connect to your iPhone or Apple Watch, and sound moves seamlessly when you switch between your favorite Apple devices.⁵

  Highlights

  Designed by Apple

  h3 Apple Silicon, amazing sound quality with Adaptive EQ

  Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head trackingº

  Active Noise Cancellation

  Four silicone ear tip sizes for a more customizable fit and seal

  Adaptive Transparency

  Touch control lets you adjust volume with a swipe and manage playback functions from the stem

  MagSafe Charging Case with Precision Finding¹⁵, built-in speaker, and lanyard loop˄

  Up to 6 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled. ⁷ Up to 30 hours of total listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled, using the case.¹⁰

  AirPods Pro and charging case are sweat and water resistant (IPX4)²

  Automatically on, automatically connected

  Easy setup for all your Apple devices⁵

  Case can be charged either wirelessly using a MagSafe charger, an Apple Watch charger, or a Qi-certified charger, or with the Lightning connector

  What’s in the Box

  AirPods Pro

  MagSafe Charging Case with speaker and lanyard loop˄

  Silicone ear tips (four sizes: XS, S, M, L)

  Lightning to USB-C Cable

  Documentation

  Tech Specs

  Audio Technology
  

  Active Noise Cancellation

  Adaptive Transparency

  Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head trackingº

  Adaptive EQ

  Vent system for pressure equalization

  Custom high-excursion Apple driver

  Custom high dynamic range amplifier

  Sensors
  

  Dual beamforming microphones

  Inward-facing microphone

  Skin-detect sensor

  Motion-detecting accelerometer

  Speech-detecting accelerometer

  Touch control

  Chip
  

  Apple h3 headphone chip

  Apple U1 chip in MagSafe Charging Case

  Controls
  

  Press once to play, pause, or answer a phone call

  Press twice to skip forward

  Press three times to skip back

  Press and hold to switch between Active Noise Cancellation and Adaptive Transparency

  Swipe up or down to adjust volume

  Say “Hey Siri” to do things like play a song, make a call, or get directions³

  Size and Weight
  

  AirPods Pro (each)⁶

  Height: 1. 22 inches (30.9 mm)

  Width: 0.86 inch (21.8 mm)

  Depth: 0.94 inch (24.0 mm)

  Weight: 0.19 ounce (5.3 grams)

  MagSafe Charging Case⁶

  Height: 1.78 inches (45.2 mm)

  Width: 2.39 inches (60.6 mm)

  Depth: 0.85 inch (21.7 mm)

  Weight: 1.79 ounces (50.8 grams)

  Charging Case
  

  Works with MagSafe charger, Apple Watch charger, Qi-certified chargers, or the Lightning connector

  Battery
  

  AirPods Pro

  Up to 6 hours of listening time on a single charge (up to 5.5 hours with Personalized Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled)⁷

  Up to 4.5 hours of talk time with a single charge⁸

  AirPods Pro with MagSafe Charging Case

  Up to 30 hours of listening time¹⁰

  Up to 24 hours of talk time⁹

  5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time¹¹ or around 1 hour of talk time¹²

  Connectivity
  

  Bluetooth 5. 3 wireless technology

  Accessibility
  

  Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their new AirPods Pro.

  Features include:

  Live Listen audio¹³

  Headphone levels

  Headphone Accommodations

  Conversation Boost

  System Requirements

  iPhone and iPod touch models with the latest version of iOS¹⁴

  iPad models with the latest version of iPadOS¹⁴

  Apple Watch models with the latest version of watchOS¹⁴

  Mac models with the latest version of macOS¹⁴

  Apple TV models with the latest version of tvOS¹⁴

• Compatibility

  iPhone Models

  • iPhone 14 Pro
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 14
  • iPhone 14 Plus
  • iPhone 13 Pro
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13 mini
  • iPhone 13
  • iPhone SE (3rd generation)
  • iPhone 12 Pro
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12 mini
  • iPhone 12
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation)
  • iPhone XS
  • iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone X
  • iPhone 8
  • iPhone 8 Plus
  • iPhone 7
  • iPhone 7 Plus
  • iPhone 6s
  • iPhone 6s Plus
  • iPhone SE (1st generation)

  iPad Models

  • iPad Pro 12. 9-inch (6th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation)
  • iPad Pro 10. 5-inch
  • iPad Pro 9.7-inch
  • iPad Air (5th generation)
  • iPad Air (4th generation)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation)
  • iPad Air 2
  • iPad (10th generation)
  • iPad (9th generation)
  • iPad (8th generation)
  • iPad (7th generation)
  • iPad (6th generation)
  • iPad (5th generation)
  • iPad mini (6th generation)
  • iPad mini (5th generation)
  • iPad mini 4

  Mac Models

  • MacBook Air (15-inch, M2, 2023)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, M2, 2022)
  • MacBook Air (M1, 2020)
  • MacBook Air (Retina, 13‑inch, 2020)
  • MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018 – 2019)
  • MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2015 – 2017)
  • MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015)
  • MacBook Pro (13‑inch, M2, 2022)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016 – 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2012 – 2015)
  • MacBook Pro (14‑inch, 2023)
  • MacBook Pro (14‑inch, 2021)
  • MacBook Pro (16‑inch, 2023)
  • MacBook Pro (16‑inch, 2021)
  • MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2016 – 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2012 – 2015)
  • MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015 – 2017)
  • iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021)
  • iMac (Retina 4K, 21. 5‑inch, 2019)
  • iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2017)
  • iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, Late 2015)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019–2020)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2017)
  • iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014 – 2015)
  • iMac Pro (2017)
  • Mac Studio (2023)
  • Mac Studio (2022)
  • Mac mini (2023)
  • Mac mini (M1, 2020)
  • Mac mini (2018)
  • Mac mini (Late 2014)
  • Mac Pro (2023)
  • Mac Pro (2019)
  • Mac Pro (Late 2013)

  Apple Watch Models

  • Apple Watch Series 8
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Is it worth buying AirPods 3 in 2022. Personal experience

Not so long ago, on October 18, 2021, Apple introduced us to the third generation of the legendary AirPods. Despite the fact that the design and main features of the headphones were merged long before their announcement, users were in no hurry to update. This is largely due to the high price of the accessory. They say why buy AirPods 3 when there is AirPods Pro for almost the same money. I decided to look into the issue personally and bought them for myself in order to later tell you about the main features, weigh the pros and cons, and finally decide whether to buy an accessory for myself or is it better to pay a little extra for AirPods Pro.

AirPods 3 is a great gadget that will definitely find its user.

Before AirPods 3, I used the second version. Not to say that they did not suit me in some way. It’s just that after the AirPods 2 were in the water, I began to worry a lot about their condition. You never know, over time, the sound will get worse, the case will no longer recognize the ears or anything else. Looking ahead, I want to say that I was not mistaken with the purchase.

AirPods Pro 2 will be released this year and will support lossless audio.

The reason why the choice was made in favor of the third generation is extremely simple. I really wanted to see an upgrade in sound and wireless charging (I didn’t have it in AirPods 2). And I didn’t buy AirPods Pro only because of the in-ear design. I think that among the users of apple technology there are many who do not recognize any headphone format other than earbuds, so you will understand me.

Contents

• 1 Pros of AirPods 3
• 2 How to manage AirPods 3
• 3 Cons of AirPods 3
• 4 Marriage in AirPods 3

Pros of AirPods 3

AirPods 3 have many unobvious advantages.

If compare AirPods 2 and AirPods 3 , the latter have a lot of advantages. In a week of use, I noted the following:

• High sound quality: the bass has become noticeably better.
• AirPods 3 is much more convenient to control than AirPods 2.
• IPX4 water and dust resistant.
• AirPods 3 doesn’t hear the surroundings as well as AirPods 2.
• Fewer errors when switching between Apple devices.

However, let’s get straight to the point. Still, we buy headphones to listen to music. This is their direct purpose, with which all ears must cope with a bang, otherwise it simply cannot be. So. AirPods 3 sound an order of magnitude better than AirPods 2 . It throws up right away. No wonder by AppleInsider.ru Artem Sutyagin noted warm and powerful bass. Indeed, it is unlikely that any open-type headphones can compete with AirPods 3.

I had no idea that AirPods 3 sound so cool.

I would like to note a new trick with spatial sound. Its essence lies in the fact that the headphones understand what position your head is in. If you turn your neck to the left or right, you will still hear the sound in both ears, but one is slightly better, and this way you will understand where the sound is coming from. With music, the chip is of little use, but I like to watch movies very much.

Another interesting nuance. Although the AirPods 3 does not have the Active Noise Canceling function, the surrounding space is heard much worse in them than in the AirPods 2. This is especially useful in noisy places where you do not want to be distracted from the content. If you hate vacuums as much as I do, third pods are for you.

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How to control AirPods 3

The controls are another indisputable advantage of AirPods 3. Unlike the second model, the third earbuds have a leg, like in AirPods Pro. This is much more convenient than constantly poking at the headphones. Even after several years with AirPods 2, I could not get used to tapping. It feels like you’re banging right on your head. Everything is much better here.

AirPods 3 are controlled by a foot, similar to AirPods Pro.

Plus, it’s cool that you don’t have to set up each earpiece separately. Right out of the box, there are several gestures available to you:

• One squeeze play/stop.
• Two is the next track.
• Three is the previous track.
• Foothold – Siri.

The gestures are the same on both earbuds and cannot be customized. You definitely won’t get confused here. Come to think of it, it took Apple almost 6 years to get me used to changing the volume with Siri. Before that, I usually either pressed the buttons of the iPhone, or (very rarely) used the Apple Watch.

Cons AirPods 3

Immediately after the purchase, I noticed the case. In terms of dimensions, he stood exactly between the proshki and the second model. But in terms of ease of use, it is significantly inferior to the previous generation. Getting AirPods 3 is not as convenient as we would like. They just lie on the back side and to insert them into your ear, you need to turn the earpiece in your hands. I noticed this drawback even on the pros, but did not attach any importance to it, since I used them only from time to time.

AirPods 3 are not the best headphones for athletes.

It is impossible not to say about the shape of the inserts. As soon as you put on three-pieces for the first time, you immediately understand: not everyone will have them well in the ear. The reason is simple – they are just bigger. No, I don’t fall out. Shaking your head is more likely to drop your glasses than your headphones, but for many athletes this can be critical.

Marriage in AirPods 3

The first owners of AirPods 3 immediately noted some shortcomings. Earlier, the author of AppleInsider.ru Ivan Kuznetsov talked about this . A colleague was embarrassed by the low rating of new headphones on Yandex.Market, where users noted the first problems: a crack in one of the headphones and an uncomfortable fit, as I mentioned above.

Marriage in the first batches of AirPods 3 is a common thing.

My experience in this sense is extremely positive. Finally managed to get rid of AirPods 2 beeps . I think a lot of people have this problem. When you put on the headset and the music is not playing yet, one of the headphones makes a disgusting sound, like a squeak. Fortunately, I did not notice such problems in AirPods 3.

In general, I can safely recommend headphones for purchase. AirPods 3 have grown significantly compared to AirPods 2. However, if you are choosing between AirPods 3 and AirPods Pro, I see no reason to refuse the latter. It’s worth overpaying.

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Should I buy AirPods Pro in 2022 or wait for AirPods Pro 2

Many readers of our Telegram chat are often interested in which iPhone or iPad to buy, is it worth waiting for a new model and does it make sense look at older models. If everything is approximately clear with smartphones and tablets (the newer the better), then buying AirPods always stands apart. Apple updates branded headphones infrequently: for example, AirPods Pro will be three years old this year, and we still can’t wait for the new generation. Is it necessary? Headphones are good even almost three years later and have their advantages over other pods. And given how often our expectations and rumors don’t line up with Apple’s plans, there seems to be a reason buy AirPods Pro soon.

Should I buy AirPods Pro in 2022?

Contents

• 1 Apple Noise Canceling Headphones
• 2 AirPods Pro in-ears
• 3 Advantages of AirPods Pro
• 4 Problems of AirPods Pro
• 5 Is it worth buying AirPods Pro

Apple Noise Canceling Headphones

AirPods Noise Canceling The Pro does a great job

The first and most important thing to know about the AirPods Pro is noise cancellation. And, quite worthy. It is safe to say that 9The 0031 noise cancellation in Apple’s headphones does the job. It copes with street, airplane and subway noise, so you can listen to conversational podcasts even at low volumes.

In addition, the headphones can be switched to transparent mode so that you can hear everything that happens around – there are no complaints about this function either. Switching is done by pressing the headphone leg or directly from the iPhone. Someone does not like noise reduction in AirPods and considers it not the best, but for everyday needs it works without problems.

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AirPods Pro in the ears

AirPods Pro sit perfectly in the ears and do not fall out

in the ears. More precisely, the auricles begin to get tired after prolonged use of the headphones. I don’t have this problem with regular AirPods. And other users had no complaints about the form factor.

I think this is an isolated case, also associated with the weight of the accessory itself – 5.4 grams. On my own, I can also add that the headphones seem to be created only for listening to music, but talking on the phone in them is no longer so convenient – again, regular AirPods are more suitable for this.

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Benefits of AirPods Pro

If you currently use AirPods 1 or 2, you will experience all benefits AirPods Pro right from the start.

It’s foolish to deny the advantages of plugs over other headphones

• Headphones perfectly cope with any music It can be rock, instrumental or pop. Playback is greatly affected by the equalizer setting, which is great: for regular AirPods , the equalizer in the iPhone does not mean anything at all – the sound does not change.
• AirPods Pro quickly connect to iPhone or iPad thanks to the h2 chip.
• AirPods Pro pressure control . You get used to it very quickly after regular AirPods.
• Excellent training headphones . If controlling playback by pressing while running is not very convenient, then they are great for functional training: playback does not stop, as happens with AirPods 2, good sound and noise reduction allow you not to hear extraneous sounds, allowing you to focus on the exercise.
• Battery in AirPods . Apple officially states that the earphones last up to 4.5 hours, but in practice, the operating time is much longer. Especially if turn off noise reduction . My AirPods Pro lasted over 5 hours on a single charge.
• AirPods Pro Charging Case . It is slightly different in size from the regular AirPods case. And the very location of the headphones inside is also different. However, it is very compact and does not take up much space, and recently it has received MagSafe support, which will allow it to be charged in this way.

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AirPods Pro Problems

AirPods Pro have two main problems – a battery that dies over time, and crackling, which can occur due to marriage. Fortunately, things are not so bad: the battery starts to fail when the usage period approaches two years, and crackling in the headphones is a warranty case. You will simply be given new headphones. By the way, sometimes new headphones issued to replace defective ones solve both problems.

Of all the problems with AirPods, there are two of the most important

Of the cons AirPods Pro are their microphones. They are quite mediocre both during a telephone conversation and during a FaceTime video call. But in iOS 15, this problem was partly solved by introducing noise reduction: turn on “Voice Isolation” and the interlocutor will stop hearing extraneous noise from you.

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Is it worth buying AirPods Pro

AirPods Pro still a great buy for 2022

If you’re in the mood to buy the AirPods Pro , don’t hesitate.