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Are wireless earbuds better than Bluetooth?
No, wireless earbuds use Bluetooth technology for wireless connectivity. Bluetooth is the standard that allows wireless earbuds to connect to devices without cables.
Why you should get wireless earbuds
We’re witnessing a wireless epoch. It’s no longer niche or novel to listen completely untethered on your way to work. Technological advancements have lowered the financial barrier to entry, and cheap wireless options are readily available to budget listeners.
Wireless earbuds can still be for you if you don’t commute, especially if you like to exercise. Nothing’s more convenient than listening completely wire-free. There are many great wireless workout earbuds for runners and gym rats alike. Numerous companies have gone the extra mile by getting products officially IP certified, but they also integrate useful athletic features (e.g., ear hook design, silicone wing tips, Ambient Aware mode).
While it’s true that battery depletion is a problem, resulting in a shortened lifetime of wireless earbuds compared to their on-ear or over-ear headphone alternatives, you’re paying a premium for convenience. For some of us, it’s easy to justify the cost. Others may be better off with wired earbuds or dealing with bulkier wireless headphones.
How long do wireless earbuds last?
Generally speaking, the standalone battery life of wireless earbuds averages anywhere from three to six hours of battery life. Anything that falls above or below that is unusual. The charging cases typically provide an extra two to three charges, giving you at least 9 hours of total playtime. Check out our breakdown of how long AirPods last, including how you can make them last longer.
Amazon has a ton of options and wanted to see what everyone’s opinion was and if there was some real amazing headphones for the price. Thanks for any feedback you can provide!
I’ve been needing to get new Bluetooth earbuds for about a year now. I had some Jlab and J29 earbuds before, and I used both basically until they stopped working. I liked them both, but I want some input from people who likely know more than me.
My basic needs with earbuds are: -Sound quality. I tried a pair of earbuds not too long ago that sounded terrible. Audio sounded like it’d been recorded on a Nokia, and then re-recorded underwater.
-call quality. It doesn’t need to be amazing, but I play DND, and live with other people, so if possible I would love to be able to hear and be heard at least somewhat clearly
-battery. Doesn’t need to be top of the line, lasts forever, I just want earbuds that won’t die in an hour, and a case that can last me more than a day or two (not that difficult to find, I’m aware)
-shape. I prefer in ear over the ones that loop over the ear, since I wear glasses, and having earbuds that go around my ear can be painful (same reason I don’t wear an over ear headset)
Anything that isn’t insanely expensive would be preferred, and if anyone is able to link me to earbuds that fit my needs, I’d greatly appreciate it.