AirPods

2022 - 9 - 8

Post cover
Image courtesy of "TechRadar"

Hands on: AirPods Pro 2 review (TechRadar)

Jump to: Price & release date; Design; Sound quality; Adaptive Transparency mode; Battery life; Early verdict. You might think that the new ...

These really look like a challenger to our list of the This feature landed on the latest iteration of the 'standard' AirPods, and it'll be interesting if it works better on the new Pro 2 earbuds, The AirPods Pro 2 aren't cheap, much like their predecessors, but what's on offer is a real step forward. The ease with which they'll connect to all your Apple gadgets would be enough for most people to buy them, but the fact you're getting much-enhanced audio, better noise canceling, volume control and more make them an easy buy... The rest of the soundscape feels wide and expansive, but 'rich' is the best adjective we can use when listening to these new AirPods Pro 2. While it remains very good on the original AirPods Pro, it's been overtaken by other rivals in the three years since launch – but thanks to the H2 chip on board, now you can barely hear things you don't want to when ANC is turned on. These are an acoustic vent and a speaker, so if you lose your AirPods Pro 2, you can activate a 'Find My' request from your phone to find them. To change volume significantly requires multiple 'strokes' of the headphones, and it would have been great to have a situation where longer strokes will raise or lower the volume quicker, or perhaps you could stroke and hold for continuous raising and lowering. While gripping the stalks, slide a finger up or down the ridge, which can register your touch through the new capacitive surface. Apple is also claiming that, thanks to the H2 chip, it can offer 'Adaptive Transparency' automatically. Voice processing happens so much more naturally now, with it possible to hold a conversation without even realizing you're wearing Apple's new earbuds – although you might seem tremendously rude. If you're going to buy these to show off that you've got the latest Apple gear, you'll be rather deflated by the result.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "GSMArena.com"

Apple AirPods Pro 2 get H2 chip and longer battery life - comments (GSMArena.com)

Read again. I wrote SMART speaker and for that they are the best out there. AirPod Max is market leader on sound quality for on ear headphones. In ear buds, yes ...

No 24-bit audio on the new AirPods Pro 2. [SamsungRules, 18 hours ago](#2580303)Apple has blown me away this year. How convenient they forget this! Same old uncomfortable fit where the buds fall out of my ears! Normally I don't care about design but this crap looks the same as last year! [AnonD-1033007, 17 hours ago](#2580313)Oh my God!!!! [more](#2580303)Nothing Apple showed today would come anywhere close to getting me to purchase any of their products. its sets Apple apart from the rest.??? [Anonymous, 17 hours ago](#2580373)And yet they have the best smart speaker for sound quality...and are totally unrivalled and un... [Quattroking, 17 hours ago](#2580317)No 24-bit audio on the new AirPods Pro 2. [Anonymous, 9 hours ago](#2580712)Absolutely absolutely false! - Anonymous

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Economic Times"

Apple launches Airpods Pro 2. Price, specifications, how to order (Economic Times)

Apple launched the first Airpods Pro three years ago, and it's been a while since we have been expecting the second edition of the earphones from Apple.

Touch ControlsYou will not get touch controls in your Airpods Pro 2. From iPhone 14 to Apple Watch Series 8, the event is expected to witness the launch of a host of products. The Airpods Pro 2 will cost the same as Airpods Pro at $249 with free Memoji and engraving. The latest adaptive transparency mode will process 48,000 times in a second and instantly act to the noise around you. You will also find the Airpods Pro 2 in leading retail stores like The Airpods Pro 2 will have a new H2 chip inside, and the sound will improve.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "IGN Southeast Asia"

AirPods Pro 2 Feature Next-Gen H2 Chip, Personalized Spatial ... (IGN Southeast Asia)

The second-generation AirPods Pro has finally been announced, and it features a new H2 Chip, 2x more Active Noise Cancellation, Personalized Spatial Audio, ...

This feature will let you hear what's going on around you while also blocking out harsh noise by construction and other unwanted loud noises. Transparency Mode, which lets you hear the world around you with the AirPods in, is also getting an upgrage with Adaptive Transparency. The noise cancellation capabilities have been improved as well, and it promises to cancel up to 2x as much... Unfortunately, lossless audio was not discussed at the event. Battery life will be better as well, as Apple promises 1.5 hours of additional listening time with the AirPods Pro 2, and the case will allow for 30 hours of total listening time with Active Noise cancellation - six hours more than last gen. Alongside the previously mentioned features, the new Airpods Pro will also have a new capacitive touch layer on the bottom stems that will let you change volume and more with just a swipe.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Financial Express"

AirPods Pro 2 rough-cut: From H2 chip for enhanced connectivity to ... (Financial Express)

Design and performance: The premium wireless earbuds come with new Apple H2 wireless chip which Apple says will help the device cancel out up to twice as much ...

Using the case for four additional charges, users can enjoy up to 30 hours of total listening time with Active Noise Cancellation — a full six hours more than the previous generation. You can recharge the MagSafe Charging Case with an Apple Watch charger, a MagSafe charger, a Lightning connector or a Qi‑certified charger. Apple has introduced touch controls in AirPods Pro 2 which is one of the major features to look forward to. The new AirPods Pro will ship with four pairs of silicone tips including and an extra-small size to fit almost all size of ears. After months of rumours and hype, the world finally got to see the new AirPods Pro 2 in its full glory at the Apple Far Out event. The wait for next gen of AirPods Pro is finally over.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "TrustedReviews"

Is it me, or was the AirPods Pro 2 reveal underwhelming? (TrustedReviews)

OPINION: The AirPods Pro 2nd Gen are now a reality, but the announcement of the wireless earbuds struck an underwhelming note.

And that sums up my overall mood with AirPods Pro 2, they felt like an accessory to the iPhone and a sideshow to the main event. It appears you still can’t adjust noise cancellation or the transparency mode as you like (Apple still wants to have its hand on the wheel), nor does there seem to be any EQ adjustment, and they’re sticking with the force sensor for an operation which I’m not a fan of – I find it rather fiddly. [Beats wireless earbud](https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/beats-fit-pro)s, and that was never going to be on the table as these buds are iOS first. [Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II](https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-ii) also have that. But the feeling of disappointment still pervades with the features that are missing. The health-related features that have persistently dogged every new Apple true wireless launch for years never came to fruition, and I wonder when or if they will.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Tech Advisor"

All the places where you can buy the AirPods Pro 2 (Tech Advisor)

They're an upgraded version of the original Pro model arriving with things like an H2 chipset for double the amount of noise cancelling, touch controls for ...

We’ll add more as soon as the earbuds are listed. Where to buy the AirPods Pro 2 in the UK If you’re in the US, then they’re the same price as their predecessor at $249. Things are similar in the UK where you can buy the AirPods Pro 2 from the Where to buy the AirPods Pro 2 in the US When do the AirPods Pro 2 release?

Post cover
Image courtesy of "TrustedReviews"

AirPods Pro 2 vs AirPods 3: Which should you get? (TrustedReviews)

The AirPods Pro 2 are here, three years after the original launched, sporting an updated feature set and all-new charging case.

The AirPods 3 are for those who want all-day awareness of their surroundings, while the Pro 2 offers isolation from the outside world. [Personalised Spatial Audio](https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/what-is-spatial-audio-4143251) that was announced with AirPods 3 has made its way to the AirPods Pro 2. The main difference between the two is that the AirPods Pro 2 come with ear-tips, with a new XS size available to help find that perfect fit and seal. The AirPods 3 and AirPods Pro 2 are aimed at a different type of person. Obviously as the AirPods 3 are the cheaper headphone. The AirPod Pro 2 have an RRP of $249 / £249.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Creative Bloq"

Forget the AirPods Pro 2 - original AirPods Pro deal sees fantastic ... (Creative Bloq)

Save $70: This excellent saving sees the ever-popular AirPods Pro with a 28 per-cent price drop. It even includes the Magsafe charging case, meaning you can ...

£239 £189.00 at Amazon](https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8429&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FApple-AirPods-MagSafe-charging-case%2Fdp%2FB09JQZ5DYM%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1_sspa%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dcbq-gb-6170808210452215000-21) This deal also includes the wired charging case. [ (opens in new tab) $159 $99.99 at Amazon](https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8429&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-AirPods-Charging-Latest-Model%2Fdp%2FB07PXGQC1Q%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1_sspa%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dcbq-gb-1892053036532097300-20) [ (opens in new tab) $179 $149.99 at Amazon](https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8429&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-MME73AM-A-AirPods-3rd-Generation%2Fdp%2FB09JQL3NWT%2Fref%3Dsr_1_3%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dcbq-gb-5036203599743839000-20) [ (opens in new tab) $249 $179.00 at Amazon](https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8429&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-MLWK3AM-A-AirPods-Pro%2Fdp%2FB09JQMJHXY%2Fref%3Dsr_1_2_sspa%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dcbq-gb-4733304477463290000-20) In the UK? You can get Right now, Amazon has the original [Apple event live blog](https://www.creativebloq.com/news/live/apple-event-2022): keep up to date with Apple's latest announcements in their 2022 event [Apple iPhone 14 and iPhone Pro:](https://www.creativebloq.com/news/iphone-14)Everything you need to know [How to pre-order the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro and Apple Watch Ultra](https://www.creativebloq.com/news/pre-order-iphone-14-apple-watch-ultra) [ UK get first £50 off first generation AirPods Pro, now just £180 on Amazon.](https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8429&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.co.uk%2FApple-AirPods-MagSafe-charging-case%2Fdp%2FB09JQZ5DYM%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1_sspa%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-21%26ascsubtag%3Dcbq-gb-2742685025009039400-21) (opens in new tab) [(opens in new tab)Save £50: With a saving of over 20 per-cent, UK buyers can get their own great AirPods Pro discount from Amazon. [AirPods Pro on sale for $179.99, down from $249](https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=8429&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-MLWK3AM-A-AirPods-Pro%2Fdp%2FB09JQMJHXY%2Fref%3Dsr_1_2_sspa%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dcbq-gb-2828709483089948700-20) (opens in new tab) – that's a huge $70 off.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CNET"

Apple's New AirPods Pro 2 Hands-On: Crisper Sound, Better Noise ... (CNET)

The new chip, combined with new low-distortion drivers, allows for improved sound that should offer better clarity and depth. The noise canceling is also ...

On the Spatial Audio front, Apple says the AirPods Pro now have personalized Spatial Audio that creates a more tailored listening experience for your ears. Additionally, the case now has a built-in speaker, which allows it to play sounds for use with Apple's precision Find My feature. I also thought the earbuds sounded cleaner and clearer than the original AirPods Pro while listening to a few tracks on Apple's iPhone 14 demo phones. The noise canceling is also improved -- Apple says the new AirPods have "double" the noise canceling of the original AirPods Pro. 9, with the first sets of the new earbuds beginning to ship on Sept. Preorders for the 2022 AirPods Pro model commence on Sept.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBS News"

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 were just revealed, so you can save $70 ... (CBS News)

Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds are coming soon. Get the old AirPods Pro for $180 now at Walmart and Amazon.

Pre-orders for the Apple AirPods Pro 2 will begin on Friday, Sept. The new Apple AirPods Pro 2 will retail for $249. [Apple AirPods Pro](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JQMJHXY/?tag=cbs-news-20) are a CBS Essentials bestseller. [just revealed](https://www.cbsnews.com/essentials/apple-just-unveiled-the-iphone-14-and-apple-watch-8-find-out-how-to-order-them/), which means it's time to score a deal on the previous AirPods Pro model. The latest Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds offer 30 hours of listening time with the included charging case. The original model still offers plenty of features and a

Post cover
Image courtesy of "TrustedReviews"

AirPods Pro 2 vs Galaxy Buds Pro 2: How do the flagship earbuds ... (TrustedReviews)

Apple has updated its true wireless line with the AirPods Pro 2, featuring upgrades across all areas, but how do they shape up against Samsung's flagship ...

We haven’t reviewed the AirPods Pro 2 so we’ll have a better idea of how they work. The Galaxy Buds Pro 2 also feature spatial audio with their Intelligent 360 Audio mode with Enhanced Head Tracking. Of course, without a review sample at hand we can’t yet judge on the audio quality of the AirPods Pro 2. They’re at the premium end of the market so they’re not cheap either. This is a versus in the sense we’re comparing two products, but in terms of which one to buy, your decision will likely have been made up by which ecosystem you’re in. That’s better than the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 which has 5 and 23 hours in total with the case included. That’s not a feature Apple has announced for the AirPods Pro 2. [U1-enabled](https://www.trustedreviews.com/explainer/what-is-ultra-wideband-uwb-3969667) iPhone can now locate the case with guided directions. We have tested Samsung’s recent earphones and found them to be the best the South Korean company has produced yet. The Galaxy Buds Pro 2 are cheaper but not by a huge amount. Apple has also stuck with the force sensor stem for playback and accepting calls, including a capacitive touch sensor to adjust volume without having to fetch the mobile device out. The enhanced Adaptive Transparency can react in real-time to sudden spikes to reduce high decibel sounds for a more comfortable experience.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "What Hi-Fi?"

The one big feature missing from the AirPods Pro 2: hi-res audio ... (What Hi-Fi?)

The AirPods Pro 2 have plenty of improved features throughout, but there's one missing link for hi-res music fans.

[LDAC codec](https://www.whathifi.com/advice/ldac-what-is-it-how-can-you-get-it) that supports 24-bit tracks and offers decent data rates to transmit the amount of hi-res audio information you're getting over Bluetooth (it will never be truly lossless like a wired connection). That means if you're an Apple Music subscriber like myself, a huge chunk of what you're listening to is available in CD-quality (16-bit/44.1kHz) to 24-bit hi-res quality (in varying sample rates from 48kHz to 192kHz). Maybe the usual September iPhone launch isn't the best place to focus on advancements in pure audio quality. Apple's AirPods Pro 2 might end up sounding pretty good, but I'm holding out for something much, much better. Apple - and even I - would argue that getting it right takes time. [Apple Music review](https://www.whathifi.com/apple/music/review) [AirPods Pro 2: release date, price, design and more](https://www.whathifi.com/advice/apple-airpods-pro-2-release-date-price-design-leaks-and-all-of-the-news) True, the AirPods Pro 2 promise better audio quality than its predecessor, featuring a new low distortion driver and a custom amplifier to power it. I'm sure it will – but again this is another incremental increase rather than a real attempt to deliver something entirely new and innovative. But surely Apple should be aiming for best? Sure, the AirPods Pro 2's powerful new H2 chip will give us better connectivity, faster pairing and connection to all iOS devices, and twice as effective ANC. Now that the post-launch dust has settled, though, I can't help but feel a little deflated. [Apple Music ](https://www.whathifi.com/apple/music/review)library.

Explore the last week