Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Review

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating is read as, the first number of X denotes 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. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a weight of 8.56g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.

For a device to be true wireless it must have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, what this means is that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

ANC uses advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make zero resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the device voice audio from leaking out . Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device 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 indicates how well a particular audio component produces high audible 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 have to charge the device less often. This is given by the vendor, 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 multiple times before recharging the case itself.

It requires 0.3 hours to fully charge the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge 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 just put down on a compatible charging pad. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging status of your device and charging case.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.

It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) will work well with your iPad.

If you intend 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) have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging.

Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds. The 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.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with a special pouch.

Carrying earbuds openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.