If you have the original AirPods and they're still working great for you, there's not much reason to upgrade. You can get the inductive charging case on its own if that's all you want, but I'd still recommend getting the new AirPods along with it because...
Published: 2019-04-04, Author: Chris , review by: engadget.com
Improved wireless performance, Same solid battery life, Supports wireless charging if you're into that
In-ear fit isn't for everyone, No meaningful change to sound quality, Wireless charging is slow
Apple's updated AirPods don't pack many thrilling upgrades, but the improvements they did get make for more seamless, convenient use. Because of that, little about the new AirPods are worth the upgrade for existing owners — that is, of course, unless thei...
Published: 2019-04-04, Author: Chris , review by: slashgear.com
Convenience remains king, Battery life improvements are noticeable, Connects faster and with more stability, Wireless charging is useful
Still no active noise cancellation, Siri requires a data connection to work, No waterproofing
There's a simple reason the original AirPods became my go-to headphones: predictability. Flip open the case, slot an earbud into my ear, and just get on with listening to music or answering a call. AirPods 2 build on that with increased wireless reliabili...
Battery life, Long range, quick pairing, Wireless charging optional
Wireless charging is going to cost you
When it comes down to it, there's not a big difference between the first and second generation AirPods. Talk time, improved connection speed, and Hey Siri are the headlining features, and to some, they won't mean all that much...
Abstract: At last, new AirPods have arrived! That's great news for early adopters who have experienced serious battery life degradation like me. If you have a fresh pair of the original AirPods, you can probably sit this version out for now.The differences in fea...
Published: 2019-04-01, Author: Adam , review by: gizmodo.com
Abstract: The conversation is getting old. You know, the one about how Apple isnt innovating with new hardware because the future of its business is in services and streaming video and this new Apple credit card that blah blah blah. But a lot of people point out o...
Published: 2019-04-01, Author: Rado , review by: phonearena.com
Unrivaled comfort, Extremely compact, Good battery life, Wireless charging,
Sound quality could be better, Checking exact battery levels is a hassle
The AirPods used to cost $159, and they still do. But at that price, you'll now get the new AirPods with the H1 chip, but in a standard case that doesn't support wireless charging. If you want them in the fancy new wireless charging case, you'll have to p...
Published: 2019-03-31, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
The second-generation AirPods add a couple of small but key improvements to the original, including always-on voice recognition and a wireless charging case option. They're a top-notch headset for making calls, indoors and out. Apple's new H1 chip also al
No design changes to help them fit more ears securely, their sound hasn't improved, and their open design allows for a lot of ambient noise to leak in
The new AirPods are an incremental upgrade to an already excellent, fully wireless headphone, but sound quality, design and fit are basically the same...
Crisp, clear audio, Excellent wireless charging case design, Solid mic clarity, Hands-free Siri access, Easy pairing
Limited on-ear controls, In-ear fit and lack of canal seal can feel loose and impact audio, No IP rating for water resistance, Expensive
The second-generation Apple AirPods come with a wireless charging case, but do little to justify their higher price or improve upon the shortcomings of the original model...
