It still needs some work. For me, it sometimes engages and disengages in different environments.
for instance, I clear my throat and/or other random sounds
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for instance, I clear my throat and/or other random sounds
The H2 chip in the AirPods Pro 2 with the USB C case is an upgraded version - https://www.macrumors.com/2023/09/22/apple-on-airpods-pro-vision-pro-lossless-audio/
Bah. What were these, released like 90 days after the lightning version?? Very frustrating.
Edit: I see it was a year later… how time flies.
Bit the bullet and got these. Hoping for improvements to connectivity over the 1st 2nd gen.
Edit: I see it was a year later… how time flies.
Bit the bullet and got these. Hoping for improvements to connectivity over the 1st 2nd gen.
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Not really.
If you paid $199 for the APP2 lightning, then you’re now paying an additional $159 even with trade in so that’s still $358 total spent just because you want the USB-C version.
It won’t matter that the newer one has the upgraded chip for the Vision Pro visor if you don’t plan to buy the visor.
Also doesn’t matter paying extra if you own a pre iPhone 15 model which still uses the lightning cable.
If you have the extra money, it’s your choice to upgrade.
Maybe try using the warranty option to see if one can just buy the upgraded USB-C case itself.
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Pretty much.
Amazon, Bestbuy and even Costco have been marking down the price from $250 to $200 every so often that the $200 price is what the APP(2) price should be.
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yeah, I’m aware, that doesn’t change how stupid it seems to not offer a standalone case
Some bedtime reading for testy individuals:
www.loudnwireless.com
www.cnet.com
Users without prodigious hearing need not apply.
AirPods Pro 2 USB-C vs Lightning - Hidden Differences! 🤔 — Aaron x Loud and Wireless
You could be wondering if there is any difference between the AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C and the Lightning connecter version beyond what Apple has advertised. Aside from the different connector, the USB-C version supports 20 bit/48 khz lossless audio when paired to an Apple Vision Pro, and the cha
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Do the New USB-C AirPods Pro 2 Sound Any Better?
Aside from their charging port, Apple has made some other small changes to the new USB-C AirPods Pro 2. Does that change their sound at all?
www.cnet.com
Users without prodigious hearing need not apply.
I upgraded from 1st Gen. AP Pro to the new USB-C version. Notably better depth of sound (I think); although the prior were good enough for me (mostly news/audio). I will say a simplu solution to power sufficiently for a full transatlantic or transcon flight, might be to charge the case (while watching movies) as a lot of newer airplanes have USB C (or an adapter). I got tired of carrying 'big cans' on long trips. And yes, the muting of conversation and then restoration after you quiet down, is terrific and if one is in constant noisy areas, that feature is a simple choice in settings.
goes well with the hidden mickey on the Mac Studio rear
By that point gen 3 will be out or almost out and we can spend our money on a real upgrade.
Apple has already put themselves in a hole by differentiating features by the type of case you have. Which absolutely no one will understand. It’d be a product marketing nightmare if they differentiated even further.
I do have a 15 Pro. And I didn't have the APP2. I had older gen 1 as I stated in my post. So I got better AirPods and a USB-C case. Which I found worth $159. Of course, your mileage may vary. My point actually was that Best Buy will take trade-ins, which makes it a better deal than vendors who don't.
It’s tempting, but my 1st gen AirPods are still working great and I’m not sure the upgrade is worth it at this point. I think I’ll be a little more careful with my money and stick with what I have.
Best I can find in the UK is £209 from John Lewis… ☹️. I want to upgrade my first gen, even though they were both replaced under the recall programme, I have terrible trouble with them cutting out on a call. They quite often give up altogether…
Pro tip: If you want to save even more, the Amazon Warehouse deal for "Used - Acceptable" AirPods Pro 2 for $149 is a great deal. I bought them for $150 back in May and they were basically like new in the original box, outside of a little scuff on the back of the charging case (they scratch so easily anyways - who cares?). Included all the ear tips and didn't look like they had been used at all.
They do ship with an old firmware, so make sure to update them to take advantage of the new iOS 17 features.
They do ship with an old firmware, so make sure to update them to take advantage of the new iOS 17 features.