Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.3 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by a casing, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number 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 prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.
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 don't have wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the pair of earbuds . Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have sweat resistance Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent 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 unwanted ambient sounds.
How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces your environment sounds while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out . The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, 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 has a full 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 takes 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 for the first time. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), the device supports wireless charging. To charge the device, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.
The 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 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.
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 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 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) use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when removed from your ears . When misplaced in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a find earbuds feature.
The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.
Say, 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 have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
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 that has followed instruction manuals. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.