Apple AirPods

Get top-class wireless earbuds with Apple AirPods

In this category, you will find smart Apple iPhone AirPods. AirPods are wireless Bluetooth headphones that plug directly into your ear and function as a headset. 

When you take them out of the charging case, they turn on automatically and connect to your iPhone, Apple Watch/fitness watch, iPad, or Mac. 

Apple AirPods work fantastically with both Apple and other smart devices.

When you're on the go and need to charge the headphones, you can recharge them in the storage case. 

You can also purchase an additional wireless charging case. As an extra option, you can find a smart AirPods cover so your AirPods remain protected. 

Also see our selection of other smart bluetooth headphones if you don't necessarily want to use earbuds.

You have undoubtedly seen many people walking around with the sleek Apple AirPods lately, and there is good reason for that.

These smart wireless earbuds have become incredibly popular due to their clever features and the surprisingly good comfort they offer.

Sleek design and good sound quality are the focus.

AirPods are significantly smaller than various headsets and are perfect for anyone who wants to keep their head clear while listening to music, audiobooks, or just talking on the phone while on the go.

Different AirPods Models

Apple AirPods - 5 smartest features

The smart AirPods from Apple are indeed smart, but you may wonder what really makes them so smart.

This is exactly what we will answer for you below, where you can read much more about the many advantageous features that the small AirPods contain.

#1 - Top-notch sound quality

Apple AirPods have sound quality at absolute top level, and this applies to both the built-in microphone and the sound in the earbuds themselves:

• Each AirPod is equipped with two microphones, one facing outward around the ear, and the other at the bottom of the "stem" of the AirPod.
• New technology. The new 2019 generation of AirPods features a range of updated functions, including a new H1 processor that allows for completely wireless Siri usage without physical inputs, other than your voice, of course.
• Automatic volume control. AirPods contain so-called optical sensors and motion accelerometers that automatically control the sound in your earbuds.
• Automated microphone on/off. They activate the microphones when they need to be used, e.g. during phone calls.
• Automatic music pausing. They have a function that ensures your paused music resumes as soon as you insert them back in your ears.
• Reduced background noise during calls. When you speak, the microphones filter out most of the background noise so that the person on the other end can hear your voice clearly.

#2 - Lightning-fast connection

Setting up a pair of wireless earbuds has probably never been easier than with Apple AirPods.

With just one tap, you can automatically set up your AirPods, and then they are always connected to the selected device until you manually remove them again.

Smart sensors ensure a perfect link from AirPods.

They always sense whether you have them in your ears or not and will conserve battery when you're not using them.

No matter if you are using an iPad, iPhone, Mac, or actually any other device with Bluetooth, you will hardly experience issues when it comes to setting up and connecting with your AirPods.

#3 - Wireless AirPods charging case

With the accompanying charging case, you can always recharge your AirPods on the go.

The new generation of AirPods even works with the brand new QI technology, allowing you to charge your case wirelessly by simply placing it on a Qi-compatible charging pad.

You can read much more about Qi technology in our informative blog posts:

• What is Qi? It is Wireless Charging (Learn how it works)
• Best Qi Charger → Best Wireless Charger (Buying Guide)

With a full charge, the smart charging case can recharge your AirPods as many as 5 times from a completely drained state.

Once your AirPods are fully charged, you can use them for up to 5 hours before they need to be charged again.

The charging case can recharge your AirPods incredibly fast, and in just 15 minutes, they will be charged enough to play for another 3 hours.

This means you get a case that is perfect for storing your AirPods but can also recharge them many times.

A fully charged case ensures around 24 hours of power.

#4 - Automatic pause function

When Apple says their AirPods are advanced, it must be said that there is something to the claim.

The little AirPods may not look like much, but they contain a long range of features that make them incredibly advanced despite their size.

One thing that is incredibly smart is their many sensors that allow them to constantly know what you're doing.

Automatic pausing is incredibly advantageous. 

If you remove your AirPods from your ears while a song, video, or other media is playing, this will automatically pause.

This way, you don't miss what you're playing, and you can simply pick up where you left off when you insert your AirPods back in your ears.

When you insert your AirPods again after they have automatically paused, they will also automatically restart your music/video or whatever else you were playing.

Bluetooth ensures easy switching across devices.

You can also freely switch between playback devices when using your AirPods, without any problems.

This means that you can easily go from listening to music on your iPad to your iPhone without it affecting your setup.

As long as the selected device has been connected to your AirPods before, it will automatically connect to your earbuds and play media immediately without further setup.

#5 - Built-in Siri

Like many other Apple devices, AirPods provide easy access to Siri.

Siri is Apple's virtual assistant that can perform tasks on your devices for you or find information online based on your voice commands.

Siri can assist you in various ways such as:

• Set an alarm
• Search for recipes online
• Tell jokes
• Give weather information
• Play music
• Much, much more.

While you have your AirPods activated, you can simply say "hey Siri" or "Hey Siri" and she will help you with whatever you need.

Read much more about how Siri works in our blog post “What is Siri? The Future of Virtual Assistance!”.

Apple AirPods Pro

The newest and most modern AirPods are also called AirPods Pro.

These AirPods have all the same features as the regular AirPods but with even more new additions.

Revolutionary noise-cancelling feature.

The biggest difference is their incredibly effective noise reduction, which can create a completely immersive sound in your ears, with no background noise whatsoever.

Conversely, you can also use something called "transparent sound" so you can hear what is happening around you more easily when you have your AirPods in your ears.

Transparent sound uses the microphone and plays sound from the environment around you.

In AirPods Pro, there is also even greater focus on comfort, and they come with increased customization options, so they fit perfectly in each individual's ears.

This is made possible with accompanying silicone tips, which can be replaced on your AirPods Pro.

You get these soft silicone tips in three different sizes, allowing you to choose the one that fits your ears best.

The new silicone inserts provide fantastic comfort.

When you want to switch between transparent sound and noise reduction, you simply press the sensor on the stem, and then you will be able to hear the transition between the different sound functions.

This means that you do not have to remove your AirPods when you want to talk to those around you; you can hear everything they say clearly when you switch to transparent sound.

Even better sound quality!

With AirPods Pro, Apple has also boosted sound quality even further.

Adaptive EQ, a new dynamic sound technology at a high level.

Adaptive EQ is a function that adjusts the sound based on what you are listening to, creating a perfectly tailored sound in your ear.

You thus get a uniform and encompassing sound that does not negatively affect your ears.

Do Apple AirPods work with Android?

AirPods are compatible with all devices that use Bluetooth 4.0 or higher.

This means you can easily use your AirPods with your Android devices or any other Bluetooth device with the appropriate Bluetooth standard.

Just like with your Apple devices, you connect your AirPods to your Android device using Bluetooth, and can then listen to everything from your Android device through your Apple AirPods.

It is very rare that Apple devices can be used in conjunction with Android devices, but fortunately, this is possible with the smart AirPods.

If you want top-class earbuds, you should consider using AirPods, even if you don't have other Apple devices. Also, check out other exciting products like smart iPhone 12 headphones, an electric scooter or an efficient iPhone 12 charger  in our large selection.