Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) Wireless Ear Buds With Lightning Charging Case
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Our take on the Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) Wireless Ear Buds With Lightning Charging Case
The third-generation AirPods are Apple's open-fit earbuds with a Lightning charging case. They add spatial audio with head tracking, Adaptive EQ and sweat and water resistance over the second generation, but they still lack silicone tips and active noise cancellation. They suit iPhone owners who dislike sealed in-ear tips and want easy pairing across Apple devices. Buyers wanting isolation or a secure fit should look at the AirPods Pro, and Android users lose most of the Apple-only features.
- Spatial audio with head tracking
- Adaptive EQ tunes sound to your ear
- Sweat and water resistant
- Quick pairing and switching across Apple devices
- Lightning case with wireless charging option
- No active noise cancellation
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What reviewers say
Owners like the comfortable open fit, easy Apple pairing and spatial audio. Many say the loose fit and lack of noise cancellation make them a poor choice for noisy places, and some find the sound short on bass.
- FitMixedSome owners find the open fit comfortable, while others say the buds feel loose and can slip out.
- Noise isolationCriticisedWithout sealed tips or noise cancellation, outside noise comes through on trains and in offices.
- SoundMixedReviewers call the tuning clear and balanced but note the bass is modest and leaks at higher volumes.
Questions and answers
- Do the AirPods 3rd Gen have noise cancellation?
- No. They are open-fit earbuds without active noise cancellation or a transparency mode. The AirPods Pro add both with sealed silicone tips.
- How do they differ from the 2nd generation?
- The third generation adds spatial audio with head tracking, Adaptive EQ, sweat and water resistance and a shorter stem. The case now supports MagSafe and wireless charging.
- Will they fit my ears?
- They use a hard plastic open fit with no silicone tips, so fit varies by ear. Apple's fit test in iOS can tell you whether the seal suits you.
- Can I use them with an Android phone?
- Yes, as standard Bluetooth earbuds for listening and calls. Spatial audio, Adaptive EQ, automatic switching and Siri hands-free are Apple-only.
- What comes in the box?
- The earbuds, the Lightning charging case and documentation. No charging cable or power adapter is included.
- Are they good for running?
- They are sweat and water resistant, but the open fit can loosen during heavy movement. Many runners prefer sealed tips for a more secure hold.
