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At a glance
- Brand
- Apple
- Type
- True Wireless
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2019
Apple AirPods (2nd generation) are wireless earbuds introduced in 2019, featuring the H1 chip, dual beamforming microphones, and up to 5 hours of listening time per charge.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
Apple's second-generation AirPods are true wireless earbuds from 2019, offering a secure fit and seamless Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. They deliver up to 5 hours of playback per charge, with 24 hours total via the included wireless charging case, and rely on dual beamforming mics for clear calls, though they lack noise cancellation and water resistance.
What works
- Easy pairing and reliable connection with Apple devices
- Compact, lightweight design with a comfortable fit
- Convenient touch controls and wireless charging case
- Clear call quality thanks to beamforming microphones
What doesn't
- No active noise cancellation or transparency mode
- Limited to SBC and AAC codecs, no aptX or LDAC
- No multipoint pairing or companion app for customization
- Lacks water resistance and USB-C charging port
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Specifications
| Driver | dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
Audio
| Driver | dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC, AAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No |
Battery
| Battery life | 5 h |
|---|---|
| Battery incl. case | 24 h |
| Wireless charging | Yes |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| ANC type | none |
| Transparency mode | No |
| Companion app | No |
| Custom EQ | No |
| Wear detection | No |
| Controls | touch |
| Voice assistant | Siri |
Design
| Weight | 4 g |
|---|---|
| Case weight | 38.2 g |
| Water resistance | none |
| USB-C | No |
Calls
| Microphones | 2 |
|---|---|
| Microphone type | beamforming |
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