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AirPods reviews
In addition to lending copies of iPhone 7 and 7
More to different publications that were able to share yesterdaytheir first tests summarized here, the Cupertino firm
also sent the
AirPods seen in detail here, the new wireless headphones from Apple.
The first reviews have just come in. Here is a summary!
According to thefirst returns, there isgood and
badregarding sound quality, controls, pairing
automatic via Bluetooth, or even the design. Here is a summary of what we
can retain some.
The design
Most testers are unanimous on this point,the design is
judged average, see ugly. They believe that Apple could have done better,
However, this is a first version of a product which is intended to be
evolve.The CNET websitethink these new headphones from Apple
look like hipster earrings.
But this somewhat strange, even futuristic, design allows AirPods in particular
offit well in the ears whether walking or
courant, even shaking his head in all directions, reports
Jim Dalrymple de The Loop.
Bluetooth connectivity
A positive point and applaudedby all testers concerns
automatic pairing of headphones with all devices using
the same iCloud account, made possible by a new bluetooth chip
(W1) designed by Apple.
Buzzfeedconsiders that automatic Bluetooth pairing is
the best feature of AirPods.The magazine
Wiredis also impressed by the automatic connection of
headphones. When they are taken out of their case, this triggers the appearance
a large “Connect” button on the iPhone screen.
The sound
Reviews are mixed regarding the sound of AirPods,
this is sufficient for use of the typeconversation au
phone or listen to music for standard user, more
ilwill displease audiophiles.
Buzzfeed rates the sound quality as just good for talking to the
telephone or to listen to music while running, but to hear clearly
all the bass and treble when listening to music, you will have to direct yourself
towards a more suitable solution.
Controls
Testers applaud being able touse Siri to
anytime by quickly tapping one of the AirPods twice,
however, a major regret: the absence of controls to be able to directly
change the volume or skip to the next song.
You must use Siri (or the iPhone) for these operations
usually basic with wired headphones. Furthermore, this puts the
music paused for a brief moment, whereas with the classic EarPods,
the remote control allows it without music pause.
Autonomy
Testers are satisfied with5 hours of battery life per charge
completeAirPods, and the possibility of being able to recharge them
pendant15 minutes in their case to get 3 hours
autonomy.
As a reminder, the case that is supplied with the AirPods serves as a base for
charging for the headphones, and incorporates a battery which allows you to add
24 additional hours of battery lifeto both earphones.
Recorded during the tests, to check the condition of the battery, simply
hold AirPods near iPhone or ask Siri: "What is the
battery level of my AirPods?
Conclusion
Journalists appreciated the ease of pairing with all
devices using the same iCloud account, but regret the absence of
controls to directly control the music without going through Siri or
l’iPhone.
They find the sound suitable for talking on the phone or listening
music as long as you don't ask too much about the sound quality.
This is a good solution for the standard user, however it risks
to displease audiophiles who prefer more suitable headphones.
As a reminder, AirPods wireless headphones will beavailable end
octoberfor a price of179 €.
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Deputy editor-in-chief, also known under the pseudonym Teza. Former video games journalist, who has been immersed in tech and Apple products since his very first iPhone 3GS in 2009. He has since worked for several American tech sites and now for iPhon.fr. Incidentally YouTuber and Apple product specialist on the MobileAddict channel. To contact me: maxime[a]iphon.fr
