In the past year, Apple’s AirPods have taken the headphone market by storm. With so many wireless earbuds on the market, it can be challenging to find the right pair for you. After using AirPods extensively for almost a year now, I can confidently say that they are hands down the best wireless earbuds available today. Anyone who’s used them will agree — there is something special about Apple’s groundbreaking wireless earbuds. From their convenient charging case to their excellent microphone and noise-canceling technology, there are many reasons why we think these are currently the best earbuds on the market. Let’s take a look at 10 of them:
AirPods are extremely convenient to use
First and foremost, AirPods are incredibly convenient to use. They are wireless earbuds. This means that there are no wires that disturb you in your pocket or backpack. What’s more, their one-size-fits-all design means that anyone can use them — no matter what size your ear is.
Their easy-to-use touch-sensitive control also makes them extremely convenient. Simply tap the earbud to pause your music or take a call. Touch and hold to activate Siri — even when your iPhone is in your pocket. If you don’t want to use Siri, you can also adjust your volume, change the song, or take a call hands-free by simply double-tapping the AirPods. This is a great feature for when you’re on the go and don’t have time to fiddle with your phone. There are very few wireless earbuds out there that offer this kind of functionality.
They come with a handy charging case
The charging case that comes with AirPods is one of the best features. It allows you to charge your earbuds on the go, so you never have to worry about having enough battery to make it through the day. You can charge the case up using a standard Micro-USB cable, which is a widely-available charging cable. This means that you can charge the case anywhere — on a plane, at work, or even in your car.
The case also holds enough charge to give you another full charge for your earbuds — so even if you forget to charge it at home, you should have enough juice for a full day’s use. Furthermore, the case itself has a built-in battery that lasts for about 24 hours. This means that you can charge up your AirPods to full battery twice with one full charge of the case. This is extremely convenient, especially if you don’t have time to charge the earbuds regularly.
Their battery life is exceptional
Another excellent feature of AirPods is their exceptional battery life. Apple claims that the earbuds last around 5 hours on a single charge, while the charging case can hold enough charge to charge them up to 3 times. In reality, AirPods can last even longer. Depending on your listening volume and how often you use Siri, you can get as much as 6 hours of battery life on a single charge. While this might not seem like a long time, it is actually more than enough for an entire workday. You can easily top up your earbuds in their charging case during your lunch break and have plenty of battery left for your commute home. Again, you can also charge the case with a Micro-USB cable. This will give you multiple charges for your earbuds and your case.
The wireless range is impressive
The wireless range for AirPods is also impressive. Apple claims that its wireless earbuds have a range of about 98 feet which is more than enough for everyday use. Given that most people walk and talk at the same time, you can easily walk to and from your office with your phone in your pocket and still connects to your AirPods.
Furthermore, if you need to walk away from your iPhone while listening to music, you don’t have to worry about the earbuds cutting out. Once you are out of range, the earbuds will automatically switch to Bluetooth low-energy mode and continue playing — just like any other Bluetooth earbuds.
There are multiple mics for better-quality calls
Another great feature of the AirPods is their multiple mics, which improve the quality of your phone calls. When used with an iPhone, there are three mics in the earbuds for crystal-clear calls. You can even use them for phone calls when you’re walking outside or have noisy background noise. This is because the earbuds have built-in noise cancellation to filter out external noise and provide your conversation partner with a clear and crisp sound. Moreover, the mics have a design to switch from mono to stereo when you flip one of the earbuds out of your ear — this prevents your conversation partner from hearing background noise and other distractions.
They offer built-in technology to combat external noise
AirPods offer built-in technology to combat external noise. If you’re listening to music on your AirPods and you hear a noise — such as a siren or a shout — the built-in sensors will detect this noise and immediately increase the volume of your music. This is a great feature for anyone who works in an area that has noise interruption — such as a city or a construction area. Whether a car horn is blaring, or someone is shouting at you, the earbuds will instantly increase the volume of your music so that you can focus on your task at hand. This feature makes them ideal for use in the gym. If someone is talking to you, or you hear another loud noise, the earbuds will automatically increase the volume of your music so that you can focus on your workout.
They’re easy to connect and use with your iPhone
Finally, AirPods are incredibly easy to connect and use with your iPhone. All you need to do is open the AirPods case near your iPhone, and it will automatically connect to your device. Once connected, you can easily control your music, take calls, or use Siri by clicking the touch-sensitive control on the earbuds. All of this happens without touching your iPhone. This is especially convenient if your phone is in your pocket or backpack or if you have your hands full. Simply click the earbuds to pause your music, or take a call — no matter where your phone is.
Conclusion
There are many reasons why AirPods are currently the best wireless earbuds out there. They are extremely convenient to use, come with a handy charging case, have exceptional battery life, have a great wireless range, and offer built-in technology to combat external noise.
