Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Review

IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

True wireless devices have no cables linking any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have sweat resistance Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Active noise cancellation utilises advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) to make zero therefore "diluting" the noise.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) stay tightly in place, creating an acoustic covering that tones down background noise while preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.

A driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, the unit size determines the sound produced by the earbuds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces high human frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. This is given by the manufacturer, and the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s case is said to have a charge of 30 hours.

A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself. It requires 0.3 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for long periods.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you simply place down on a compatible charging pad. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery.

Its lights indicate the charging state of your device and charging case. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have 6 microphones.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears . If misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support the find earbuds feature. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging.

Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to charge a device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. With the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with their own special case.

Carrying earbuds without a case, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.