AirPods Pro 2: an Apple executive tells us more about the headphones

If wireless headphones from Sony, Bang & Olufsen or even Bose are regularly touted as the best in their field, they are clearly not the most popular. In fact, all the studies published over the past three years show thatAirPods are the undisputed market leaders. Today, there are four models still on sale in the Apple Store: the second generation, the third generation, the AirPods Max and the AirPods Pro 2.

It is in this last pair that our colleagues fromWhat Hi-Fi?, which we have already been able to see at work in the past duringa test of the classic version released in October 2021. In a new article, the journalistJoe Wituschek was able to speak withEsge B. Andersen, acoustic engineer working for Apple since 2011. The specialist has already worked with Sennheiser before, for more than five years.

AirPods Pro compared with… AirPods Max!

Regarding the second generation AirPods Pro, Anderson explains that he imagined this duo as a headset “AirPods Max in [your] pocket“. A choice qualifier for the earbuds, which are approximately twice as affordable as their headband cousin: 299 euros compared to 629 euros.

Among the justifications behind this assertion, the audio specialist assures thatthe AirPods Pro of 2022know how to behave differently depending on the context. For example, these won't play sound the same way if you're watching a series on your TV via Apple TV or just watching it on the much more compact screen of an iPhone. In addition, Andersen believes that it has done sufficient work to guarantee thesame level of quality regardless of listening volume. Do you also find that the music sounds good, at maximum and at minimum? We're interested in your opinion, but don't forget to play with this setting with some caution to avoid damage.

Price and availability

The second generation AirPods Pro are available from most tech resellers such as Fnac, Cdiscount or Amazon. There are some serious Black Friday promotions going on right now. Apple specifies that you needorder before December 22to be sure to receive your pair on time under the tree.