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It has generated more controversy and curiosity than any other recent move by the company. Part of this decision is due to Apple's intention to "incentivize" the transition to the use of wireless headphones. Below we will tell in questions and answers what are the new "apple" demons. wired headphones and how they work.
What are AirPods?
AirPods are Apple's wireless earbuds released in September 2016.
How much do AirPods cost?
The cost of headphones in retail ranges from 13,000 to 16,000 rubles.
Where can I buy AirPods?
Headphones are available at Apple retail stores and third-party retailers such as or .
Do AirPods come free with new iPhones?
Unfortunately no. iPhone XS and XS Max come with wired EarPods that connect to your device via the Lightning port.
The latest iPhones lack an audio jack. Does this mean I should use AirPods?
No. iPhone is compatible with Lightning-enabled wired headphones or any other Bluetooth headphones. You can also use an adapter that works with regular headphones.
AirPods work via Bluetooth?
Yes. AirPods use Bluetooth to connect to iPhone.
What is the special chip implemented in AirPods?
AirPods are powered by the Apple-designed W1 processor that powers the headphones. The chip makes it easy to pair AirPods with iPhone - just open the case next to your smartphone and the device will display a window to sync with iPhone.
The W1 also provides wireless connectivity, helps conserve battery power, and works with the motion accelerometer and optical sensors to automatically adjust playback and turn on the microphone so that the wearer can use one or two headphones. Thanks to this, AirPods turn on the sound as soon as the user puts them on.
Is the W1 Processor Exclusive to AirPods?
No. This chip is implemented in some other models of Apple headphones, for example, Beats.
How many sensors are in AirPods?
Each AirPods has an infrared sensor that detects when the device is in your ears. In addition, there is an accelerometer that detects taps on AirPods (more on that below).
Can I only use one earpiece?
Yes. Each headphone is separately synchronized with the iPhone, so if you wish, you can use only one of the pair, and the W1 chip will tell the iPhone which one works.
How to charge AirPods?
The headset comes with a charging case, at the bottom of which there is a Lightning port for charging it. In addition, the branded case has its own battery. If you forgot to charge your headphones before going out, just put them in the case for 15 minutes and the charge will last for three hours battery life.
What is the battery life of AirPods?
According to Apple, AirPods allow you to listen to music for 5 hours without recharging. When using the charging case, the headphones can work up to 24 hours.
Can I use AirPods with Mac or Apple Watch?
Yes. In fact, when you sync your AirPods to your iPhone, the earbuds will automatically pair with your Mac and Apple Watch, provided they have macOS Sierra (or later) and watchOS 3 (or later), respectively.
Which iPhones are compatible with AirPods?
The headset will work on any iPhone running iOS 10 or later.
Can I connect AirPods to third party devices?
Yes. AirPods can connect to any standard Bluetooth audio player or Android device. Synchronization with the device is carried out using the button on the charging case.
What happens if one of the headphones is lost?
Unfortunately, due to the diminutive size of the headset, the headphones are easy to lose. Apple has provided the ability to replace one of the AirPods for a fee ($69).
Do AirPods have quality sound?
The sound quality on AirPods is nearly identical to the wired EarPods that come with iPhone.
Are AirPods waterproof?
No. However, the headphones are safe to use in the rain or at the gym, but swimming with them is not recommended.
Apple got rid of the headphone jack in the seventh iPhones (), but softened the transition period by putting branded EarPods with a Lightning connector and an adapter to the good old minijack in the box with them. For those who do not need a transitional period, the company offers to buy AirPods wireless headphones.
Apple AirPods are both a product at the cutting edge of technology and an endless source of jokes and memes. This often happens with things that either open up a new consumer category, or claim to be rethinking this category. So it was with Google Glass, the first iPhone, the first iPad and many others. They were not the best and polished products, but they laid an important foundation for future progress. However, already at this stage, AirPods look like a thoughtful and complete device. True, dear.
The hi-tech in these headphones are responsible for: an energy-efficient W1 chip, instant connection to devices in the Apple ecosystem and a variety of sensors and accelerometers.
The jokes and memes include the "dental floss" case, the "brush head" or "mini hair dryer" earphones themselves, and the illusory possibility of losing one of them.
Having unpacked the box and once guffawed at dental analogies, you quickly forget about them. I walked down the street in AirPods for several days and did not notice that someone was looking askance at me like I was crazy, who had escaped from the dental convention.
Connection
Apple loves the words "magic" and "magic" - just think of "magic trackpad" and "magic mouse" ('Magic trackpad and' Magic mouse'). The company also wants to present AirPods as something magical.
"AirPods work like magic. They have no switches or buttons. They automatically pair with all your Apple devices, and you only need to double-tap their case to access Siri," Phil Schiller, senior vice president, describes the work of the new headphones. Apple for Worldwide Marketing.
That's it. Carrying a mini-computer in your pocket with instant access to all the knowledge accumulated by mankind (and using it for a selfie) is now not strong enough magic. The real magic is the instant connection of small ear speakers to it.
Okay, enough sarcasm - it's really nice that you don't need to once again go into Bluetooth settings, look for a device there, enter pass codes and press buttons. You open the case, bring it to the iPhone, and it immediately shows you a card that the headphones are connected and shows the charge level.
By the way, there is still one button on the case body - by clicking on it, AirPods can be put into discovery mode by other devices. Wait, you ask, what is the detection mode? Is there magic there?
The fact is that AirPods can be used with any Apple device that supports iOS10, watchOS3 or macOS Sierra. But many other Bluetooth-enabled gadgets recognize them perfectly.
I was not able to connect them as a headset to the Sony PlayStation 4 - however, Sony deliberately limits the range of headsets compatible with its console. But AirPods successfully connected to Samsung TV and several Android phones.
Sensors and battery
There are a pair of sensors on the edges of each of the AirPods that know when it's in or out of your ear. This allows you to automatically stop the song, you just have to take one earbud out of your ear.
The sensors can be fooled by pinching them with your fingers - the AirPod will think that it is back in the ear and continue the song. In the settings, this feature can be completely disabled. It is called wonderfully: "Auto-detection of the ear."
By the way, working with non-Apple devices dramatically turns AirPods from a "magic" gadget into a regular Bluetooth headset. In addition to the need to go into the settings to connect, "ear auto-detection" does not work for them in any way.
The new W1 processor, which Apple has already begun to integrate not only into AirPods, but also into the products of its purchased company Beats, is responsible for the operation of the above described sensors, switches the sound signal between your devices and turns on noise-cancelling microphones when the phone receives a call. And, according to the company, it is more energy efficient than its counterparts.
The battery inside the headphones lasts for 5 hours. I even managed to squeeze out of the AirPods for half an hour more than stated, continuously listening to them at medium volume. The case carries energy for another 19 hours and is charged via a regular Lightning cable that comes with the kit.
The LED inside the case will blink red when it's time to charge. Also, the energy level is shown in the widget on the iPhone - along with the battery of the smartphone itself and Apple battery Watch (see screenshot in our gallery).
AirPods are powered right in the case. They can be charged for 3 hours of listening in 15 minutes, and for about another hour - up to 100%.
Calls, Siri, and Sound
The legs of AirPods are long for a reason - microphones are hidden in them, through which you can talk on the phone and give voice commands. Siri Assistant. When talking, external noise is filtered for the microphone so that you can be heard better. During a conversation on AirPods, I had no problems with communication or audibility at the other end.
To invoke Siri, you need to double-tap one of the AirPods. This action can be changed in the settings - instead of Siri, double-tap will stop or start the song again.
A serious disappointment for me was the inability to quickly skip a track with a gesture or increase / decrease the volume - the simplest functions that are well known to all owners of standard wired EarPods that come with iPhones.
Again, you need to ask Siri about all this: “next song”, “quiet down”, “louder”, “how much charge is left?” and so on. That is, your voice flies over the Internet to the servers, is processed, turned into a command, and sent back to the smartphone - all in order to switch the track.
The sound was a bit disappointing. No, it is quite good and acceptable for most users. I myself do not consider myself an audiophile and it is difficult to distinguish between songs with different bitrates. But for 13,000 rubles, which will be asked for AirPods in Russia, I would like to get not only ease of connection, but also a significantly different sound quality. Now, in my opinion, AirPods sound on par or a hair better than the bundled EarPods. This is an elastic sound with a small margin in volume (it starts to be missed in the subway), but with a lack of low frequencies. Bass fans will be disappointed.
Fear of loss
AirPods stay in your ears only because of their shape. At first, you insert them into your ears and take them out with care - the plugs are small, will they suddenly fall, roll somewhere? But after a couple of days this feeling passes.
Magnets inside the case help the earbuds snap into place quickly, and another magnet holds the lid in place. Even if you open it, turn it over and shake it, AirPods will remain securely in their cells.
I didn’t run in AirPods (it’s time to write down regular running in the New Year’s resolution), but when walking fast, they didn’t fall out and sat securely in my ears. Apple claims that the standard EarPods often fell out of the ears precisely because of the wires that could be touched - and they pulled the earpiece out of the ear. There shouldn't be such a problem here.
But there may be another one. I ran into her when I was buying coffee and a muffin from a coffee shop counter on the street. So, I went to the window, pulled out one earpiece (the music stopped). With my hand holding the earpiece in it, I reached for my wallet, took it out, counted out the bills, handed them over. All this time, the earpiece was pressed with the ring finger to the palm. And when I got my coffee, muffin, and change back, I froze like a centipede wondering how it walks.
It was necessary to think over the logic of actions. First, put the earpiece back in, then put the change in your wallet and take a coffee. Or take everything, thank the cashier, then step aside, sort out all the items and then insert the earpiece? Here they are - the problems of the countries of the first world and the owners of AirPods.
Other wireless headphones on the arc could be moved to the neck, plugs on the wire - quit hanging out. With AirPods in such cases, you have to do juggling or immediately put them in your pocket, and after completing all the manipulations, return them to your ear. Maybe the case is not the most common, but I consider it my duty to warn you about it.
AirPods won't go on sale until the end of October, so it's possible that we didn't have the final sample of headphones on the test yet, and they are waiting for revision. The official price in the Russian Apple store will be 13,000 rubles.
Ideal wireless headphones for iPhone and other Apple devices. Despite the fears, the company managed to create something - amazing, comfortable, attractive in appearance and extremely unusual technically ...
Contents of delivery
- Headset
- Charging case
- Lightning cable
- Documentation
AirPods Q&A
I would like to remind you that Apple already had experience in creating a Bluetooth headset for the iPhone, such a product was announced along with the company's first smartphone, we have a review on our website.
In short, the device turned out to be very strange and was not popular. It was evident that along with the iPhone, it was simply necessary to make a line of accessories, the task was completed, and after that Apple did not return to the topic of its own Bluetooth devices. After buying Beats, it seemed that now they would not return at all - what's the point if there is a world-famous manufacturer of cult headphones?
Probably the release of AirPods is due advent of the iPhone 7, devoid of a 3.5 mm jack. Probably, the company wanted to show the potential of Bluetooth and demonstrate that the headphones that are familiar to everyone can be deprived of the cable and retain all the advantages that millions of people love EarPods for.
The opportunity to create AirPods appeared, and Apple bosses considered the characteristics of the device (all characteristics, including the price on the shelf) acceptable for mass production.
Honestly, I was very afraid that Apple would not be able to cope with the typical similar devices problems and during operation there will be a bitter aftertaste of disappointment, resentment. I’ll say in advance that there’s nothing like that, AirPods are an excellent choice for the owner of Apple technology, the first days of use you involuntarily smile when you open the case and put on the headphones. Magic!
Let's go in order, and first I want to answer a few questions from AirPods critics.
The first question is why Apple did not create unique design for AirPods? Here I would like to remind you that the complete EarPods headset, which first appeared bundled with the iPhone 5, was created by very smart people for a very long time. The challenge was unique - to make headphones suitable for millions of different ears. Mission accomplished and now you can see EarPods all over the world in adults, children, seniors, men and women. Without attachments, these headphones are comfortable and are a universal solution for any Apple technology. So why look for some new form when there is already a proven solution? The layman does not understand what a horror it is, the search for the optimal shape of an earpiece for a design team. Hence the many similar questions on the network. The familiar, proven form factor justifies itself, AirPods fit perfectly, they can be worn for hours without discomfort in any conditions, the only negative is that people nearby can hear your music in public transport (if you make it louder). Passive noise isolation is not the strong point of AirPods.
Question two, why do the headphones look so funny and do they have “legs”? Apple killed two birds with one stone. First, it was great to show that these are regular EarPods, only without the cable. Secondly, in the "legs" there are microphones pointing down, which made it possible to maintain the quality of speech transmission familiar to EarPods - in short, the interlocutors are very satisfied, they hear great. Third, I don't know what's so funny about AirPods. They do not stick out of the ears to the side, they are easy to remove or insert by the "leg" - unlike models of a different design, where you do not know how to pick up a miniature cup.
Question three, what if I lose the earpiece? Buy a new headset? This is an interesting question, and one can ask it in relation to any technique. What happens if I lose my iPhone? Is it Apple's fault? What if I lose my MacBook? iPad? In other words, when was the problem of the company was absent-mindedness of users? It is clear that here we are talking about small headphones, but from the first days you get used to keeping the charging case in your pocket and putting your AirPods there, and not just throwing them in your pocket. It is gratifying that, especially for the forgetful, the company has provided the opportunity to buy a lost earpiece or case separately, you can do this in the service, one earphone will cost about half the entire set (divide 12,990 rubles into two parts). Someone will call it redneck or something else, but for now, AirPods are a curiosity, and a curiosity that turned out to be very popular. You can add to the cart on the official website, but you will have to wait six weeks. That is, somewhere in February it will be possible to receive the device. Therefore, for now, in the future, Apple may revise the rules and either sell accessories for AirPods cheaper or give them out to users for free during the warranty period (although this is unlikely).
One last question, what devices do AirPods work with? Naturally, with all Apple devices, but I tried to connect the headset to a smartphone on Android based Sony Xperia XZ. Everything turned out, the sound quality, speech transmission is very pleased. With the button on the right earpiece, you can start music with two clicks, answer a call. In general, even with Android headset can be used. But, of course, first of all it is addressed to the owners Apple devices.
Now let's move on to the design and other features.
Design, construction
The earphones come in a small box, inside there is a charging case with AirPods and a Lightning cable. I am very pleased with the presence of Lightning on the charging module, you can connect it in the car, and at work, and at home, use it with external battery. For now, you can recharge the headphones only with the help of the module, perhaps additional accessories will appear in the future.
The first connection to a smartphone is very simple: open the cover of the module - on iPhone screen a menu immediately pops up, where it is proposed to connect an accessory. Subsequently, using the cover, you can check the remaining operating time of each earphone and module, all this information is displayed on the smartphone screen. Made as simple and elegant as possible. There is a button on the charging module, with its help you can put AirPods into pairing mode, I used the gadget with Apple TV, Macbook Pro, the ease of connection captivates. For example, if you open the lid, then in the menu Notebook Bluetooth the headset immediately appears.
For greater ease of use of the charging module, several tricks are provided. The compartments for the cups are magnetized, and the headphones literally fly in there, sitting in place as they should. The lid is also on the magnet, well, or it's so cleverly made mechanism. To lift, you need a little effort, the lid snaps into place by itself. The design of the Lightning connector is such that you can use any cable or branded docking station, this is quite logical. The light indicator in the module helps to understand what is happening with the headphones, what is the status. What is missing here are clips to carry the module with keys like a keychain. Well, or attach to a bag, jeans.
The design of the AirPods themselves is interesting. At the bottom of the microphones, covered with metal meshes, let me remind you, there are two microphones pointing down. You can assign one of them as “main” or entrust the choice of the main microphone to the system, for now I have settled on automatic selection. The Bluetooth menu provides several special features for AirPods, such as changing the name, choosing an action for double-clicking on the sensor on the right - start / pause the track, call Siri, turn off.
The shiny area next to the mesh that covers the microphones is the contact for the charging module, charging occurs when the contact touches a pair of contacts inside the case. The cups also have infrared sensors, with their help, AirPods understand that they are in the ears. When both earpieces are in place, a beep will sound confirming the start of work. By pulling out one or another earpiece, you can quickly stop playback, while the behavior of the device for such cases is not yet regulated in the menu, but in the future the list of settings will probably be expanded. By the way, the motion accelerometer reacts to touching the right earpiece, as it is called in commercial. In addition, there is an additional voice accelerometer on the cup that recognizes vibration, sound source, they work in tandem with a microphone. Extraneous noise is filtered out, and you get what you get - good quality speech transmission, natural, as if you are talking with iPhone. The technology is interesting and the implementation deserves a lot of praise.
A little about management. During incoming call to answer the call, you need to knock twice on the sensor, to hang up, you also need to knock. By tapping, you can call Siri, and AirPods will surely become a kind of driver for more active use of the voice assistant. The program recognizes commands well and quickly, allows you to start music, adjust the volume, select tracks without taking your phone out of your pocket, and call people. Checked during a walk, at home, in the car. For a car, AirPods is also a good headset. Here, after all, there is practically no passive noise isolation, so the headset, as it were, is not in the ears. Talking on the phone, you do not feel out of touch with reality. Now, if you start the music, then yes, you fall into a trap. But we'll talk about this later.
I would like to remind you that an Apple processor called W1 is used here, it is he who should be thanked for sound processing, voice transmission capabilities, operating time and other features of the device.
I note that there are no problems during operation iPhone bundles 7 Plus - Apple Watch series 2 - AirPods are not noticed, playback can be controlled from the watch, the operating time of all accessories is displayed.
Roughness
We must pay tribute to Apple engineers - it is clear that the launch time was increased for a reason, the team must have faced a bunch of various problems, both hardware and software. If there are no complaints about the hardware, then there are questions regarding the software, but here it must be taken into account that most AirPods users will not encounter them. Here's a list of the imperfections I've noticed:
- After connecting to an Android-based smartphone, the iPhone screen incorrectly displayed the headphone charge level, one was allegedly discharged, the second was fully charged, after disconnecting from the Sony Xperia XZ, the normal display returned.
- When used with different devices Apple and the subsequent transition to use with the iPhone, the small headset indicator in the notification bar of the smartphone may disappear.
- When connected to the iPhone, all sounds from the device are duplicated in the headphones, for example, when typing SMS, these are rather sharp “poke-poke-poke”, until the device has learned to slightly soften, muffle the signals. Of course, here you can simply turn down the volume - but for me this level is comfortable during a conversation, listening to music, and I don’t want to pull the buttons back and forth. On the other hand, you quickly get used to it (note that natural nit-picking is already in use!).
- If you open the case without headphones inside, the screen does not display information about charging the module.
- There is no way to use AirPods with two devices at the same time, you will have to choose whether it is an iPhone or an Apple TV.
So far, these are all detected roughnesses. I believe AirPods software can be updated in the future.
Working hours
The claimed operating time is 5 hours for each earbud, together with the charging module it provides 24 hours of operation, there is a quick charge when after 15 minutes in the case the headphones can be used for 3 hours to play music. Is it a lot or a little? After a few days of use, I can say that the operating time is acceptable. It's all about usage scenarios, it's good to work with AirPods, talk on the phone without looking up from other tasks, but then you will be interrupted, and then you can put AirPods in a case for charging. After working out for an hour or two in the gym, listening to music, you still put your AirPods away for a while while you take a shower, get dressed, go to another place. Having made my eternal three-four-five laps near the Novodevichy Convent, I go to a cafe to check my mail, listen to music, then go to the car, hide the headphones there and connect the module to the charger. On the plane, you can watch a movie or series for about three hours, then take an hour off, put your AirPods in a case and connect it to an external battery.
Yes, it's not ten hours, not a day, as in modern large headphones - but it's not three hours, as in some other models.
Acceptable. Here's how I can describe AirPods in everyday use.
In addition, fast charging and predictability of the device help. You can really count on five hours of use, and that's pretty impressive.
Music
One more question, and what, in AirPods speakers, as in EarPods? Oh no, friends, that's a whole different story. I thought that in terms of sound everything would be familiar here, but in reality it is not. First of all, I turned on Johnny Cash's Hurt, it's great to hear every breath of the musician and get goosebumps from the music. Let me remind you that this is AAC 256 kbps from iTunes, not even FLAC. Amazing sound quality for a wireless model.
Then I began to experiment with different music, streaming services, series, movies (also from iTunes). Here are some observations. Firstly, the W1 processor clearly works with sound, adding volume even for songs in SoundCloud. Secondly, there are low frequencies here, even if you do not touch the equalizer, the bass is felt. People accustomed to Beats will not be bored here. Thirdly, I would also describe the sound as comfortable, apparently, there is some adjustment depending on the content used. In movies, voices sound good, explosions are effectively reproduced, and there is no “flat” sound typical of many Bluetooth headphones. There is no lack of detail either. A huge margin of volume, at the maximum it becomes uncomfortable.
To sum up, the sound quality is excellent for small wireless headphones. It's nice to be able to quickly switch between different Apple devices, for example, quickly connect to Apple TV in the evening and watch a movie, switch to a MacBook Pro during the day, communicate using FaceTime.
The range of AirPods is about five to six meters, then interruptions begin, with normal use there are no problems with communication.
conclusions
On the one hand, AirPods have competitors, and some of them, like Bragi, draw comparison tables like this.
If you read Eldar's review on our website, you will understand why these are rather strange tables. That is, what did the company's marketers want to say?
That is, there seems to be a lot of things, a lot of functions, but it would still work as it should in reality.
If you play sports, then pay attention to the Samsung Gear IconX headset, but I think this device is more suitable for owners of Samsung smartphones. Headset Jabra Elite Sport enters the market at the end of December, addressed to lovers of a sports lifestyle and will cost about 20,000 rubles. I note that I have not tested this device yet and I can’t say anything about functionality and features.
In retail, AirPods cost 12,990 rubles, there are no serious complaints about the device. Let's talk about the pros:
- The easiest connection to Apple technology.
- Acceptable battery life, fast charging
- Excellent sound quality.
- Excellent voice quality, natural, is a huge plus.
- Easy control, work with Siri (for example, the “Pause Music” command stops music playback in any program, not only in the basic player, this is logical and correct).
- Easy to use headphones, charging module (even a child can figure it out).
- No problems with communication, work during the day, repeated connections, etc.
- Although there is no special protection against sweat, it can be used in the gym - the headphones do not have a cable, they do not cling to anything, it is comfortable to wear for a long time. About "buy or not for sports?" I advise you to make your own decision based on the individual characteristics of the organism.
The device has no serious disadvantages, you can read about the roughness above.
Of course, for some, everything is always not enough, and critics will find what needed to be added here - but you put yourself in the place of an engineer and imagine what a titanic work it was. Take regular EarPods and turn them into wireless ones. Probably, AirPods 2 will increase the operating time, add protection from water and sweat, maybe make AirPods Sport with a heart rate sensor, add GPS and additional settings sound, headphone behavior.
But even now, AirPods will not disappoint the owner. I repeat, the feeling of some kind of magic does not leave when you take out the headphones from the case and start listening to music. As they say, respect and respect to everyone involved in the creation of AirPods. Special thanks for the sound and ease of connection, I think millions of people will appreciate both. I highly recommend the gadget to all owners of Apple technology. Of course, AirPods will not replace Bose QC or heart rate models, but as an everyday model for various purposes (music, games, movies, conversation) they perform perfectly.
Concluding the review, I want to note this. As part of the puzzle, AirPods have taken their rightful place in a bunch of Apple devices, together with a smartphone, watch and laptop, headphones allow you to fully focus on work, do not miss calls and notifications, and they fit into this picture very naturally. Good old EarPods, only now completely wireless, just as comfortable - and noticeable from afar. Is it good or bad, but a person with AirPods attracts attention, they ask: “Oh, are these the same headphones? And how are they doing? Good?
P.S. Several corrections to the text. After connecting to iPhone headphones recognizes your iCloud account, respectively, they become familiar to all your devices registered in the cloud. Therefore, connecting to the iPad, MacBook Pro, Apple TV does not require additional manipulations, you just need to select the gadget in the audio devices menu. The touch control sensor is located on each cup, that is, the headphones are symmetrical, you can control playback, Siri, calls from any ear. You can also listen to music in one earphone, for example, you pulled out one cup and the music paused, just press Play on the iPhone to continue playing. Probably, during the operation, some more points will become clear, we will add to the review.
Any innovative product is expensive, but you can always save money by buying it exact copy with the same technical specifications and functionality, but much cheaper. This principle is relevant for headphones from Apple - Airpods. Their price tag can scare off any buyer, which is why a copy of Airpods wireless headphones reviews of which a large number of users have already left is so popular. Apple Wireless Headphones is the first stereo headset from the Apple company that is not bundled with iPhones, but is sold separately.
A copy of wireless Airpods, just like the original, comes with the following components:
- Charging dock;
- USB Lightning cable;
- instructions and warranty card.
Lightning on the charging box can be connected anywhere (at home, at work, in the car), which is a big plus for the headset.
General description and characteristics of Airpods copy
Airpods wireless headphones are a headset that is designed for any Apple technology, but also perfectly compatible with Android devices and can connect to any Bluetooth-enabled audio player, including smart watches. When connected to a laptop or tablet, the signal range is 5-6 meters.
The operating time of the headset when fully charged is 5 hours.
Ergonomics is the strong point of the company. The wireless headset has an optimal shape that fits all ears without exception. It can be worn for a long time without discomfort and in any conditions. In addition, the weight of one earphone is only 4 grams. It is for the excellent fit that thousands of users seek to buy Apple wireless headphones.
Design
In addition to the inserts, the manufacturer retained the “leg” pointing down. The first purpose of this solution is to show the absence of wires, the second is the downward-facing microphones that transmit speech well when talking on the phone, the third and most practical is to easily remove the device from the ear by the leg. Each leg contains a processor, battery, accelerometer, Bluetooth module. Built-in sensor that filters extraneous noise and provides a natural transmission of speech, as if just talking on the phone.
The cups are also equipped with modules that beep when the accessory is in the ears and ready to use.
Charging module design
The charging case is a small rectangular container with a hinged lid, rounded edges and weighs about 40 grams. The lid is magnetized, so a little effort is required to open it.
The box design includes:
- 2 compartments at the bottom of which are mounted powerful magnets that attract headphones with great force.
- Lightning connector for charging.
- Light indicator.
The case is charged through the connector and has its own battery, thanks to which you can charge the headset in 15 minutes, and it will be able to work for another 3 hours. When the docking station is charging, the indicator glows red. When fully charged, its color changes to green.
Connection
Airpods wireless headphones, a copy of which works without any differences from the original, connect very simply. As soon as the cover of the charging module is opened, a menu is displayed on the smartphone screen and offers to connect. It is enough to press the button located on the back wall of the box (docking station) to pair with the smartphone. Also, the smart screen will reflect the charge time of each accessory.
Each pair of earphones is synchronized with a smartphone, so it can work separately.
Control
Airpods wireless Apple headphones are controlled by tapping on sensors built into the case. The copy provides a similar control method:
- To receive an incoming call and disconnect - one tap on any of the devices.
- For a call voice assistant- double-click on any of the headphones.
The assistant can:
- get directions on request;
- start music, adjust the volume and select songs;
- set an alarm for right time and after a certain interval;
- schedule tasks for a specific date and time;
- send a dictated message.
While listening to music, if you remove one device from your ear, the track will pause. If you pull out the second playback will stop completely.
Working hours
Apple Airpods wireless headphones with a charging case can work for 24 hours. Each of them individually provides 5 hours of listening to music autonomously. The quick charge function in a quarter of an hour gives an additional 3 hours of operation. A quality copy of Airpods wireless headphones gets reviews from users precisely because you can really count on 5 hours of work, and not 1 or 2 like in bad fakes. Good support is provided by the recharging function and the charge status indicator.
Sound quality
Another indicator that has received the attention of users, and which is highlighted by the reviews left about Apple wireless headphones, is the excellent sound quality. A Bluetooth headset often suffers from "flat" sound, especially when playing movies and videos, but not in this case. The sound is voluminous and detailed, both low and high frequencies are well transmitted, a large volume margin and no background noise.
Benefits of a copy of Airpods
Now Airpods have competitors - Samsung Gear IconX, Jabra Elite Sport, Erato Apollo 7, Doppler Labs Here One. And all models have one significant drawback - high cost. Therefore, a high-tech copy of AirPods wireless headphones, the price of which is now 2990 rubles, clearly has a competitive advantage over them.
There are a number of reasons why thousands of people want to buy Airpods wireless headphones:
- no cable;
- comfortable wearing;
- fast charging;
- long working time;
- high quality of sound and speech transmission;
- ease of connection available even to a child.
The Airpods replica is a model for everyday use that will definitely not disappoint its owner.
Where to buy a quality copy of Airpods
Buying an iPhone headset on Aliexpress very often leads to disappointment and is the reason that negative reviews appear in which users are unhappy with poor quality and fragility. Therefore, it is recommended to buy Apple Airpods wireless headphones in the online store directly, cooperating with the replica manufacturer. This is the only way to get a guarantee to get a stereo headset that meets all the characteristics stated above.
To order AirPods, follow the link below to the retailer's website and fill out a short form with your name and phone number. The operator contacts the buyer to clarify the delivery details.
If you buy a copy of AirPods wireless headphones in Moscow or St. Petersburg, the delivery time will not take more than 2 days. In other regions of the country (depending on distance) delivery is carried out within 4-14 days.
There is no advance payment. The full cost of the purchase is paid upon receipt by mail. The buyer retains all rights to return and exchange goods.
Now there is a promotion under which the price of Apple Airpods wireless headphones has been halved.
Bonus from the manufacturer
When purchasing a copy of the AirPods, each customer receives a 1 meter long magnetic charging cable with data transfer function as a gift. The cable consists of a plug with a Lightning connector and the cord itself. Both parts are equipped with magnets. The plug is inserted into the phone and held there permanently. To connect the cable, it is enough to bring it close to the plug, as the magnets will instantly attract each other. It is equipped with sensors that protect against possible surges in the network during charging. In case of accidental touching, it disconnects from the plug without damaging the charging socket.
In Russia, they obviously do not pull on the iPhone chip. It cannot be called an innovation of a smartphone and.
Apple's first wireless stereo headset doesn't come with the iPhone 7, but is sold separately for a hefty price tag. 12 999 RUB .
The new "apple" product just made me fall in love with myself. A modest presentation, a two-minute video and I already want to buy this accessory. I don’t remember for a long time that the new product from Apple came out so desirable (namely, a new device, not an updated one).
More attention should be paid, because the headset has its own 10 advantages.
1. Magic
The device looks impressive, we're just not used to it yet. It seems that the cable from ordinary headphones was simply cut off with scissors.
2. China is resting
In the vastness of AliExpress, we have already met wireless in-ear headphones, but they looked simple, tasteless, Chinese.
All attempts by Asian masters to release a gadget before Apple turned out to be a failure, anyone who has ever held such things in their hands understands what I mean.
3. Good autonomy
Yes, 5 hours of playback is not the ultimate dream, but most wireless earbuds work even less.
Apple doesn't usually lie when it talks about the battery life of its devices.
4. Branded case-PowerBank
Luckily, Apple didn't make a simple charging case, but added a small battery to it. Of course, later Chinese craftsmen will release similar cases with more capacious battery, but for most users, the native box is enough.
The Battery Case should provide 24 hours of operation, which is enough for several days of active use.
5. Fast charging technology
What we can't wait for in the iPhone is already in the Magic Mouse 2, Apple Pencil and AirPods. These gadgets can quickly get a charge, which is enough for several hours of use.
15 minutes in the charging case and you can listen to music for 3 hours.
6. Optical sensors and accelerometer
The powerful filling accurately determines the position of the headphones, the headset will know when it is in the user's ear and when it is not. In conjunction with iOS 10, a smart pause will be implemented when the headphones are pulled out of the ears. No wonder so many electronics were placed there.
7. Only one earbud can be used
AirPods are suitable not only for listening to music, but also as wireless headset. The same sensors inside recognize which of the headphones is in the ear and turn on only it. Both "ears" are the same and have a built-in microphone.
So when used as a headset for calls, the battery life doubles.
8. Instant connection
You don't need to log in to connect AirPods. iPhone settings or iPad and perform the pairing procedure. The gadget will automatically connect after it is taken out of the case. When the headphones are hidden, they will be turned off.
9. Quick device change
AirPods will work with any gadget that is connected to your iCloud. Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad and Mac will easily output sound to headphones. In this case, no actions are required with the latter, just switch to the appropriate output device from the desired device and listen.
All you have to do is update your devices to macOS Sierra, iOS 10, and watchOS 3.
10. Compatibility
Even during the presentation, the opinion crept in that AirPods would only work with the iPhone 7. Fortunately, Apple did not limit the range of gadgets. Now the compatibility list looks very decent.
As a bonus, a Lightning cable was included in the package. There are very few of these in the economy.
Not everything is so smooth with the new headphones, they also have a number of disadvantages that you should think about before buying AirPods.
1. Compatibility
The owners of the old iPhone models will be forced to upgrade to iOS 10 in order to use all the features of the new headset. It is possible that the accessory will refuse to connect at all when it sees previous versions of the mobile operating system.
We all know very well how old Apple smartphones behave on new firmware versions.
2. No playback control
3. Mediocre sound
For a device for 2,000 rubles, this indicator is perceived as normal, but an accessory for 13,000 rubles should be capable of more.
4. Ease of use
Ordinary wired headphones sometimes fall out of the ear during active use. The wire prevents the accessory from getting lost and flying far. With wireless AirPods, the situation will be the opposite.
Imagine what awaits the owner of the accessory during rush hour in the subway. The slightest push or touch of passers-by and the earpiece disappears under the feet of the rushing crowd. Thousands of AirPods are doomed to be lost or trampled on.
5. Price
Not the most democratic price tag will scare away many potential AirPods users. Of course, you have to pay for innovation, but the device that was presented as iPhone benefits 7, you won't receive buying an iPhone 7.
With all the advantages and disadvantages, I still want this accessory. Interested and your opinion, help to make a choice.