Tim Cook commented on an interview that the wires were a major reason as to why they fall out of the users year due to the weight of the cords. After testing this, I completely agree with him. You don't think much about it, until it actually happens. The AirPods help rectify this issue partially and then of course is the appropriate fit for the user being the other half.
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Apple's AirPods 'Dominating' Emerging Wireless Earbuds Market, Say Analysts
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Tim Cook commented on an interview that the wires were a major reason as to why they fall out of the users year due to the weight of the cords. After testing this, I completely agree with him. You don't think much about it, until it actually happens. The AirPods help rectify this issue partially and then of course is the appropriate fit for the user being the other half.
I'm pretty sure that AirPods by themselves would be a Fortune 500 company. And I'm beginning to think they would be a Fortune 100 company. I know after having a pair that I will always buy something like this as my day to day headphones going forward. It is a huge and permanent revenue stream for Apple.
I tried these the other day. Has a product they are superb (totally wireless, convenient storage and charging case, good battery life compared to competitors). But they need a redesign in the fit and size customisation department.
For me, they would not stop in my ears. Even bending over made the AirPod fall out. Come on Apple, release a series 2 version of these.
For me, they would not stop in my ears. Even bending over made the AirPod fall out. Come on Apple, release a series 2 version of these.
Sometimes when I’m out running I have to check they’re still in my ears if I lose reception and my music stops. They’re so comfortable I can’t even tell they’re there.
They cost too much ($159). As a student, that's about the size of my average paycheck. Something half of that, a little less or more, would make these more appealing to a lot of people.
How can they improve on something already perfect?
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Ok, well mine often have sync issues, one won't turn on sometimes. Have to re-pair them, and audio quality while using the mic dips and can't even use them for phone calls outside with light wind so yeah, I remember when Apple products had none of these issues.
Thats weird because I'm wearing mine right now
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Thats weird because I'm wearing mine right now
I’m a full time student taking 16 credit hours. I also work 40 hours a week. I bought them on my paycheck no problem. Might I suggest you work more hours, or get a not minimum wage job if you’re only bringing in $160 a paycheck.
And yet... aren't AirPods some of the cheapest wireless earbuds?
There are some that are $200 or $300.
Yeah, I have the BeatsX too, and they sound great and are great to wear while I am working. And they work great for ear plugs too for noise. And I haven't had any complaints from the other side of the phone when I am talking in noisy environments. And they have the same W1 wireless chip that apple uses in their AirPods. They were a great buy. Worth every penny.
They have their purpose, but I cannot have them as my only pair of headphones and wouldn't recommend anyone get them if they don't intend on having 2 pairs of headphones on them. While walking through the streets of NYC the interference is insanely annoying. Even in Central Park there's enough for them to cut out. They have absolutely zero noise canceling which terrible.
No in-line remote is an inconvenience but my Apple Watch makes it more bearable.
How they do work for me is when I'm at work I can use just one AirPod and listen to music while still being able to interact with my peers (the only time no noise canceling is actually good). I also use them at home so I can leave my phone plugged into power and I can also easily switch between phone and Mac.
No in-line remote is an inconvenience but my Apple Watch makes it more bearable.
How they do work for me is when I'm at work I can use just one AirPod and listen to music while still being able to interact with my peers (the only time no noise canceling is actually good). I also use them at home so I can leave my phone plugged into power and I can also easily switch between phone and Mac.
Yes, yours aren't holding a charge correctly. Mine will last much much longer between charge.
I honestly think build quality from device to device changes drastically. I've talked to many people who own AirPods here in NYC and about half of the people say they have no issues with interference in the city and the other half do experience interface often. I've owned 2 pairs so far & both of them have been too annoying to wear while walking in the city.
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YAAAAS. I would love those
For me they do. Regular EarPods fall out of my ears with a light breeze. Airpods however stay put through running and jumping jacks and pushups. They feel like they will fall out, but they stay put. A bit of a feeling to get used to. But now I barely realize they are in. At an Apple store you can try them out before you buy to make sure they fit your ears properly.
I love my AirPods!
I would only hope at some point a waterproof version with a bit different design for swimming use. That would indeed be a killer feature to add to my Apple Watch while at the pool.
I would only hope at some point a waterproof version with a bit different design for swimming use. That would indeed be a killer feature to add to my Apple Watch while at the pool.
They fall out of your ear because of the wire. It's counter intuitive initially, but I had the same problem. Removed the wire and they stop pulling on the ear buds. Every time you turn your head, check your phone, talk etc. there is a little tug from the few grams of wire on the ear buds. Over a short amount of time, this pulls them out of your ear. But with Airpods this is no longer a problem and they stay in, even if I go for a run, jump up and down etc.
Highly recommended product. I can see why they are kicking arse and taking names. It's probably the best Tim Cook's Apple product to date.
LOL. Not even close. I dont think you have any idea how much money a Fortune 500 company makes.
The airpods are, and always will be, a very tiny niche product category. One weekend of iphone 8 sales will dominate an entire years worth of airpod revenue.
If you get a ticket, good luck in court proving you only had one earphone on. Cops aren't stupid. They know some people will take out one earphone when stopped, and claim they weren't wearing the other.
I love my AirPods except for two things. This must be a Bluetooth limitation but I have noticed on my iPhone SE when typing there's a slight delay. Not a deal breaker just something I've noticed. Also I've had issues activating Siri. As someone who has a watch it's not a feature I use often when I have the earbuds in but it's still frustrating that I can't seem to tap on the right spot to get it to work consistently. I've watched YouTube videos of the various ways people get this to work and it's a 25% success rate. Maybe it's just me.
Predicting black AirPods. Maybe hoping is the word. I'd get them now but for the fact that I think they look almost as goofy as getting around on a Segway. Little bright-white antennae sticking out of your ears. My opinion. Just sayin'.
Is it any more goofy than having 45" of white cables hanging from your head and across your body?
I dunno... I guess I've never considered how my headphones look to other people.