180, are the best earbuds for iPhone users. They have adaptive ANC that works while transparency is enabled, their compatibility with Spatial Audio and having it automatically work is great, microphone quality is solid and still better than most, they’re small in a tiny charging case, and they have advanced Find My features letting you know their precise location and directions to find them within a 100ft range. Their ANC is bested by Bose and JBL, but it’s still solid. The only reason to not get the AirPods Pro 2 is if you want earbuds you can EQ yourself, you value ANC more than anything, and/or you want more features like multi-point with non-Apple devices (or they don’t fit in your ears, like me). Answer from P_Devil on reddit.comVideos
What is the frequency response of the AirPods Pro 2?
Through the bass and mids, the AirPods Pro (2nd gen) closely follows our house curve and only makes significant deviations above 8kHz. Most listeners won’t be too bothered by the relative under-emphasis (compared to our house curve) in the uppermost octave. Harmonic detail may be harder to hear during particularly busy segments in your favorite tracks, but we prefer this to the alternative.
Should you buy the AirPods 4 with ANC instead?
While both models share the same redesigned shape and core features, the AirPods 4 with ANC offers several premium features for an additional $50. The ANC version adds active noise cancelation that can reduce about 20dB of noise in the mids and highs, though low-frequency noise can still penetrate due to the unsealed design. You’ll also get additional features like Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, wireless charging support, and a built-in speaker in the case for Find My functionality.
However, if you’re specifically looking for noise cancelation, you might want to just buck up for the AirPods Pro 2 instead. The unsealed design of both AirPods 4 models fundamentally limits their noise-blocking capabilities, regardless of ANC. The AirPods Pro 2’s silicon tips provide much better isolation and more effective noise cancelation. At a typical street price a bit higher than the AirPods 4 with ANC, they represent better value for those seeking true noise reduction.
In short, the standard AirPods 4 remains the best choice if you prefer an open design and want to save money.
How much noise does the AirPods Pro 2 attenuate?
Though the isolation is nothing to write home about, the ANC will destroy between 20-30dB of outside noise, depending on the frequency. That’s a respectable result for ANC earbuds, and this product should be well suited for commutes, air travel, or casual listening in a noisy environment.
At first i was looking at the 2nd Gen AirPod pros but then I’ve heard that cheaper earbuds beat it if we’re talking about sound quality. Ive also heard that the mic quality is disappointingly bad for the price.
Then I found Beats Studio Pro + and the reviews seem to be inconsistent. One review says that its not as good as the Airpods and the other says its much better. The mic quality is also an issue for the beats, apparently.
In other words, I want to know if anything here is true and if either earbud is worth buying, or if i should get something else instead.
Also, does Hi-Res even matter on an Earbud? Does it work with iPhones/Apple Music?
Any suggestions?
I've got an iPhone 13, and I would love to get a set of actual wired earbuds for them. However, every pair I've bought recently sets up a Bluetooth connection, which is precisely what I don't want. It seems they're only using the plug for power.
Do they even still make true wireless earbuds for iPhone? Is it even possible any more?