Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) review
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) modestly improves upon the first-generation AirPods Pro and features the same iconic look. Apple's upgraded H2 chip begets better active noise canceling (ANC) and battery life, while the case's U1 chip and integrated speaker lets you precisely locate it from the Find My app. If you own an iPhone, the new AirPods Pro is an obvious choice but you do have others too!
It’s what’s inside that matters, or at least that’s what our moms and Apple want us to think. The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) looks nearly identical to the first-gen earbuds before it. It may seem that the big Apple is just resting on its laurels, but the case and buds’ new chipsets make the AirPods Pro smarter than before. These chips usher in better battery life, active noise cancelling (ANC), and sound quality into the AirPods line. Will the new AirPods Pro successfully succeed the first-generation AirPods Pro, or will someone else take the wireless earbuds throne?
What’s it like to use Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation)?
Aside from the glossy white charging cases, the first and second-generation AirPods Pro look like twins. This time around, Apple adds a silver lanyard loop and speaker to the otherwise blank block. Rather than play music, the case’s speaker emits a sound to help you locate it through the Find My app. You’ll also hear an alert tone if the battery is low or once pairing is complete, though you can disable these tones through your iPhone’s Settings app. This is the first time Apple’s AirPods come with an IPX4-rated case and earbuds, so both will withstand any splashes or light rainfall. As before, it’s easy to flick the case’s lid open with your thumb, revealing the buds.
The celebrity stemmed earphones slide right out of the case, and it’s a cinch to guide them back in. Although there are benefits to a stemmed design, masks and longer hair can catch or snag on them. When I towel off mid-workout, I occasionally fling one of the earbuds out of my ear because the towel snags against the stem. The same thing can happen when I carelessly remove my bike helmet. The AirPods don’t fly far, so it’s not a dealbreaker—just something to be aware of with any pair of AirPods-like earphones. More ergonomic workout earbuds often have ear hooks or stabilizing wings.
You remove the ear tips the same as before.
To help secure the buds’ fit and get the best sound quality, experiment with Apple’s four pairs of silicone ear tips (XS, S, M, L). I find that the medium size works best, and the ear tip fit test (iOS only) confirms this. Not only will this prevent the earbuds from falling out with vigorous movement, but it will also block out as much background noise as possible. Plus, it’s easier to squeeze the stem controls when the ear tips form a seal to your ear canals.
These Airpods are super comfortable for you and your ears.
These are also compatible with Apple Airtag.
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