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Next-Gen AirPods to Spark Intense Competition in Smart Earbuds Market Next Year
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Curious what Aliens and conspiracy have to do with "radiation" and magnetic fields....
At least make a black and flesh colored option. White - hideous!
The case being wireless-chargeable is a very minor value-add if you ask me.
If you've been holding off forever, just to get that, you've missed out.
If you've been holding off forever, just to get that, you've missed out.
Really? I guess there are many ways to define success. Here, I suppose it’s units sold? Definitely not revenue.
$159 is an excellent price already, as you’ll discover if you compare the market. Many high-end wireless ear buds are twice that. $139 is outstanding. As this article states, they’re already flying off the shelves. The right price of a product isn’t defined by one’s budget.
Current pairing of nonproprietary BT gets pretty smooth, but the W chip is outstanding! Competitors will have (narrowing) room to succeed on audio quality (the discussion of which can get silly) and features.
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I think the biggest potential with AirPods is in combination with Apple Watch. For the past few years people have become chained to their smartphones, this combo finally breaks that while still allowing people to stay connected. It already works pretty well right now but there is a ton more that they could do with the two devices together, especially with cellular.
I had both. But the BOSE fit my ears much better then AirPods. I gave my AirPods away and solely use BOSE ones. I love them a lot and are very handy when I fly, which I do quite frequently...
What Apple needs to do is ship a couple of different sizes and shapes for different shaped ears. The market for them is large enough to deviate away from one size fits all.
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There are still too few people using the cellular watch on a regular basis. But in a few years, the market of cellular watch folks will be large enough for Apple to really factor that in.
I would be surprised if Apple did this considering this would directly affect their supply chain. However if they did, it’s a sign that they do care about users more so than now
I’m not sure about this. A cellular Dick Tracy watch is similar to the iPad. They both are trying to cannibalize their big brother (iPhone and laptop respectively). The biggest gain from wearing the watch I think are the health aspects along with discreet tethering to your phone. It’s considered ok to check your watch for emails/messages, but rude if you check your phone. Funny how the world shifts
Again brand awareness is everything - I see an android watch or in-ear headphones and have no idea which brand they belong to whereas both the airpods and apple watch are instantly recognisable. Well done A
How do you know what's Apples' and whats not...
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Likewise, if Apple allowed it, I would prefer to use Watch + iPad. But since I need to own an iPhone, I don't buy the Watch.
I hope that eventually we can piece together our own combination of wearable/portable Apple tech in any configuration that's best for us.
In all seriousness about “slowdowns,” I’m curious to see how battery longevity holds over the years for a given pair. With all the pushback from many MR members onto caveman like myself regarding our preferring the big picture benefits of corded headphones, I value the earbuds I have that are 10+ years old and stashed at various locations that work as well and conveniently and instantly as they did when new. No need to replace every tbd years as battery life lessens noticeably. Some benefits of AirPods are undeniable but I’m awaiting to see sentiment holds over the years for the the big picture (and any ongoing replacement costs) hold with AirPods.Unless they find a way to slow down my music, I won't be updating, they work great now.
It's generally rude to be fiddling with a device at all though in professional settings its' more appropriate as it's a business tool nowadays.
I really would like a device that lets you step away from your phone though while provide phone function. It's a nice minute amount of bulk that can be secured variously for activities and it would be neat to get more full-use capability out of it. I still independently use my Gear S3 on vacations when I want to get away from things but still maintain connectivity. Ditch the phone and wallet and just go adventure.
No, if this is how you think Apple views the AirPods, I think you're being cynical and a bit shortsighted on this. I think that the AirPods are going to become a significant plank in Apple's wearable platform, along with the Watch and I'm assuming glasses. Now, I do think they need to address the issue of fit for more people and some improvement to the sound would be nice, but the look has never bothered me as they look exactly the same as their wired ones have for years.
Those are still advertising Apple's product though.
For a $1200 phone this should have been included!