The new AirPods are crafted for what’s popular on Apple Music. Stuff that’s not made for today’s radio doesn’t sound as exciting (Chopin and un-remastered Grateful Dead, for example). Pop, hip-hop, and electronic music sound great: punchy, crisp, detailed. The highs and lows seem dialed up, similar to most Beats headphones. My editor, John Paczkowski, a metalhead, said Yob’s "Our Raw Heart" sounded a little muddy, but the AirPod Pros handled Beastie Boys’ "Shake Your Rump" well (“even the low, low notes,” he said). I actually felt the bass in the Knife’s “Heartbeats.” I heard the details in Darkside’s “Paper Trails” more clearly. The new AirPods Pro undoubtedly produce better sound than the old AirPods. At that price, the buds have a lot to live up to. The Pros cost $249, about $100 more than the last version of the AirPods cost, without the wireless charging case that retails for an extra $79. It’s ~cool~ to own them.īut because previous models of the AirPods left a lot to be desired on the sound front, my expectations for the AirPods Pro were very high.Īlso high: the price. Their ubiquity - and stark white cyborg design - are impossible to ignore. The AirPods have also taken their place in culture as a status symbol and bona fide meme. The ear sticks are unmatched in how easily they pair with Apple devices, their portability, and consistent, reliable connection (which many other Bluetooth-enabled headphones struggle with). In the world!įor many, the AirPods’ strengths outweigh their many flaws. And yet, AirPods are the best-selling headphones in the world. They’re susceptible to being lost, dropped, and swallowed. The hard plastic, one-size-fits-all design isn’t great for fit, comfort, or sound. The battery (five hours per bud) doesn’t last a day on a single charge. There’s a lot to complain about when it comes to the original version of Apple’s AirPods. My first impression? The AirPods Pro deliver impressive sound for their size and fine (but not stellar) noise cancellation for their price. For the last 24 hours, I’ve been testing the new buds, which hit stores today. Earlier this week, Apple made a surprise announcement: The AirPods Pro, featuring active noise cancellation, enhanced sound quality, and grippy silicone tips designed for a more comfortable fit, would be an upgraded version of the company’s wireless earbuds.
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