I'm looking to pick up a pair to use with an iPhone 7 and could use some advise. The Apple AirPods cost $159 and did get very good reviews but I never liked the Apple wired earphones; they were always falling out of my ear when moving. Are they similar like that ? Bose has something like Sound Sports for $199 which includes a HR monitor. I would that useful but the reviews of that feature are mixed and Bose while good is pricey.
I could use a recommendation if people are familiar. The Bose is stretching my budget.
The perceived problem with Airpods falling out is misplaced since people are comparing them to the wired version (Earpods), which actually fall out due to the weight/tugging of the wires themselves. Most reviews I've read stated that they stay secure even through exercises.
As far as all of the features and the total cost, if you are going to exclusively be using it with your iPhone, Airpods are the way to go. The other wireless earphones have their own features, but many of them are still sort of hit or a miss with regards to their features and reliability. I'm sure they'll continue to get better, but at this time, none are as good overall as the Airpods.
This is one of those rare times that the Apple product is cheaper than its competitors.
I haven't received mine yet, but hopefully they'll be arriving in about two weeks. If you're still looking, I can offer a more personalized review of them.
Apple W1 Chip
they integrate easily with iPhone ..
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Apple W1 Chip
they integrate easily with iPhone .. Powerbeats3 Wireless In-Ear Headphones - Black - ( New Window )
My brother bought these and loves them. And since Apple bought Beats, the integration with Apple products should be seamless.
One drawback to this is that they have wires (between the earphones), and if you are wanting to go completely wireless (with each earphone being independent), this isn't going to work. I also have a Jaybird version with a wire that I bought a few years ago, and they're great. But they are a bit annoying to charge since you have to connect it to a mini-USB capable to a power source. That's where the Airpods have most beat with the charging/carrying case.
Really good reviews and they are waterproof. I didn't think I needed waterproof, but it is great as I wear them in the shower and hot tub and everything.
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I work from home and have a lot of conference call (and need to block out the wife and kids) and these do the trick. My wife hates them because I literally can't hear here when she's right next to me in bed. There is a setting to turn off noise canceling as well as improve the ambient voice noise around you.
All around great headphones. I highly recommend.
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The best part about them is the fitting into the ear. It it so comfortable that you dont even know you are wearing them
Just get something cheap and buy a backup pair.