Apple AirPods 2 review: Still the best wireless earbuds you can buy

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Apple AirPods (second-generation)
$159 or $199 (with wireless charging case)
The Good

Slightly longer battery life (for talk time) • Hands-free

The Bad

No sound quality improvements • Wireless charging case version costs an extra $40 • No improvements to battery life for music

The Bottom Line

Apple’s second-generation AirPods are still the wireless earbuds to beat.

⚡ Mashable Score
4.25
😎 Cool Factor
4.0
📘Learning Curve
5.0
💪Performance
4.0
💵 Bang for the Buck
4.0

People love Apple’s AirPods. I know this because I can’t walk down the street or ride the subway or go anywhere without spotting the striking white “stems” poking out of peoples’ ears. They are everywhere the same way EarPods were everywhere during the height of the iPod. Read more…

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Grab a pair of Powerbeats3 wireless earphones for $100 off at Walmart

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If you’re the type of person who listens to music when you work out, headphones that can keep up with your movement are a must. You want to be able to focus your energy on training, not thinking about your earbuds falling out.

Powerbeats3 wireless earphones are designed to take your workout to the next level and they’re on sale for $100 off at Walmart.

These earphones are designed to stay in your ears as you move and the ear hooks and connecting cable make sure they remain secure. The Powerbeats3 are also sweat and water resistant, so they’re ready to accompany you through almost anything.

Powerbeats3 deliver high-performance Beats sound with dual driver acoustics that create a wide range of sound with dynamic highs and powerful lows. And you get to enjoy that sound for up to 12 hours on a single battery charge. Read more…

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Apple announces new AirPods with longer talk time, hands-free Siri, and wireless charging case

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New AirPods are here at last.

On Wednesday, Apple announced its second-generation AirPods. The new wireless earbuds look identical to the old model, but come with a new H1 chip to achieve up to 50 percent longer talk time on a given charge, and enable hands-free “Hey Siri” voice controls.

The new AirPods cost the same as the old model, too: $159 with a regular “standard” charging case. They’re also available with a Wireless Charging Case for $199. The wireless charging case can also be picked up separately for $79 — good for if you want to add wireless charging later. Read more…

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These wireless earbuds recharge just like the new Galaxy Buds, but are only $40

One of the best features of Samsung’s Galaxy Buds is their ability to recharge on-the-go so they don’t leave you hanging during a long commute. Unfortunately, that depends on your ability to not lose one in a subway crowd or flush one down the toilet…

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These Jabra wireless workout earbuds are $30 off at Amazon

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If you’re one of those people who needs to listen to music while you work out, you know how important good earbuds are. They have to be able to keep up with your activity and stay secure in your ears while delivering high-quality sound.

Jabra Elite Active 65t wireless earbuds were made to fit your active lifestyle, and now through March 16, save $30 when you buy them at Amazon.

These earbuds feature a secure-fitting design that enhances in-ear stability when you’re active. The pair is also protected against sweat and dust and can track fitness and performance with an integrated motion sensor, so they’re ideal for workouts.  Read more…

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These wireless earbuds last up to 50 hours and are way cheaper than AirPods

If you can’t ride the subway, trek to your local coffee shop, or even go outside to grab the mail without seeing someone wearing a pair of AirPods, well, get used to it. One analyst predicts Apple will ship 50 to 55 million pairs of its earbuds this …

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AirPods 2 might come with super fast wireless charging

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We’re starting to get a good picture of what Apple’s second-generation AirPods might look like.

A new rumor suggests the tentatively named AirPods 2 might come with a wireless charging case — Apple promised the case along with AirPower way back at the iPhone X launch, but neither has shipped — that might be able to quickly charge from 0 to 100 percent in about 15 minutes.

The rumor comes from leaker Max Weinbach (via 9to5Mac) who made an appearance on a recent EverythingApplePro video to talk about new AirPods features. Read more…

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Samsung finally gets Bluetooth earbuds right

Granted, this news is maybe a bit too late. Samsung’s already sold out of the free Galaxy Buds it was throwing in with S10 pre-orders. That said, the new Bluetooth earbuds are worth the $129 asking price, especially for Galaxy device owners. As with many fellow S10 reviewers, I’ve been using the Buds for about […]

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Samsung is preparing to launch a sports smartwatch and AirPods-like earbuds

Samsung’s newest product launch happens next week, but already the Korean tech giant has revealed its entire upcoming range of wearable devices that will seemingly be unveiled alongside the Galaxy S10. That’s because the company’s Galaxy Wearable’s app was uploaded today with support for a range of unreleased products which include wireless earbuds, a sports-focused smartwatch, and […]

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Take an extra 15% off these affordable alternatives to AirPods

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Apple’s AirPods have earned a spot on many a holiday gift guide this year, which isn’t a surprise considering their covetable minimalist design and crisp, clear audio quality. But at $159 a pop, buying a pair for everyone on your list is virtually guaranteed to land you a spot on your accountant’s naughty list.

For an AirPods alternative that won’t bust your budget, look to the AirTaps, a pair of Bluetooth earbuds that make wireless listening both accessible and affordable. Featuring sleek, flexible construction sans cords and Bluetooth 5.0 technology for easy pairing, they last up to four hours on a single charge — enough juice for a week’s worth of commutes to work. Plus, each pair comes with a portable charging case that allows for an additional 10 hours of playtime so you can listen to your favorite playlists and podcasts without interruptions. Read more…

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