The Apple AirPods 3 are a new model of earphones that come in two different styles, the Apple AirPods 2 Truly Wireless and the Apple AirPods 3. They are larger and may be less comfortable for certain people, but they have an adaptive EQ that tailors their sound to the shape of your ears.
Apple’s new AirPods have a spatial audio feature that allows users to experience sound in a more realistic way. The open-back design of the AirPods means that they don’t produce as much bass thud and rumble as other headphones, but they still offer the same lightweight and robust design as the original AirPods. The increased battery life is also a plus. ..
Design
Apple has announced the AirPods 3, a new version of its popular earbuds that replaces the ridiculously long, earring-like stems with the shorter stems of its noise-cancelling sister. Every dimension of the buds is very slightly and imperceptibly smaller, and they also weigh one gramme less. ..
The AirPods’ silicone ear tips are absent, which is the main difference between them because we like them for their snug fit and seal. They have slightly different contouring. Those who dislike having their ears crammed with silicone will appreciate the AirPods’ natural unobtrusiveness, although not everyone will find the fit comfortable.
The majority of the members of our reviews team handled it like it was nothing; nonetheless, several of them afterwards claimed that their inner ear cartilage felt like it was on fire. The force sensors on the stems, which can be lightly squeezed to control music playback and calls, enable the same touch controls with the neater stems.
The AirPods 3’s controls are more flexible and mimic those of the Pro: press the stem once to play, pause, or answer a call, twice to skip forward songs, and three times to go backward tracks. The AirPods 2 required a double-tap on the earphones’ body to do any of these things. Here, Siri is activated rather than switching between Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode like in the Pro using a press-hold action.
Apple AirPods 3 review: Comfort
We’ve been using AirPods for over two years now and we’ve found that they don’t fit well in our ears. The earbuds rest on the edge of our ear and it causes them to fall out. We need a second point of contact, like as a fin or a wing, to retain earbuds in our ears, especially when exercising.
Some people find that the new design of the AirPods is more effective because it allows them to feel a little air surrounding the earbud, which results in breathability, ventilation, and a somewhat more open sound. It’s important to remember that the AirPods 3 don’t give a precise fit like the AirPods from the original generation. ..
The new AirPods have a wider earbud portion, which may not be a good fit for people who are familiar with the original generation. ..
Connectivity
The AirPods 3 are designed specifically for use with Apple products, and a one-touch setup couples the earbuds with your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and apple laptops. When using your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple TV and two pairs of AirPods Pro or AirPods Max you can also share the audio stream between the devices. This feature is quite helpful if you want to enjoy your music with friends without using their dirty earphones. ..
We found that the AirPods 3 generally played music without any glitches. Additionally, the AirPods 3 now have a skin-detect sensor that determines if the buds are in your ear or on a surface or in your pocket. Thus, music playback will cease if they are not in your ear, saving you perhaps valuable battery life.
Apple AirPods 3 review: Noise cancelling
The AirPods 3 do not have active noise cancellation technology. Instead, they rely on a contoured form of the earphones to produce a tight enough seal to start some passive noise cancellation. This is far superior, but for now it will have to do. Additionally, if you’re using the AirPods 3 outside and want to hear the outside environment, you might find it convenient not to have to switch between the ANC and transparency modes. ..
We found that by setting the volume at roughly 70%, we could block out the majority of the world while walking to the post office. Louder noises, such as Con-Ed workers using jackhammers on the street, undoubtedly interfered with our ability to hear. The AirPods 3 muted our LG TV at home without any music playing, and with the volume set to 6, which is much lower than any ANC-powered pair of headphones.
Audio performance
Apple has released a new “low distortion” AirPods with an easygoing balance that doesn’t overly favor any section of the frequency spectrum. The new AirPods are fuller and louder with a bass and smoothed-out high end, similar to their predecessor. ..
The third generation of the iPhone has a more angular and precise bass, providing a harder kick and assisting in their forward motion. Greater clarity and cleanliness are also characteristics of the third generation compared to the second; everything is a little bit more present and organised, and Apple has also made progress in terms of insight. Evolution has trumped revolution, but that’s all right.
The AirPods are great and sound better than the ANC-less rivals. Even if this happens frequently in the market, we nevertheless observe that they are negatively impacted by harshness and congestion when their volume is pushed. Mind you, the Pro continue to produce the best-sounding AirPods, with more room and dynamic expression for a more engaging delivery.
Call performance
Apple’s AirPods 3 are a great improvement over the original AirPods. They have better audio quality and are more comfortable to wear. The beamforming microphones and speech-sensing accelerometer help to ensure that your voice is well-balanced and clear, even in noisy environments. ..
We experienced a clear difference in audio quality between the AirPods 3 and the ANC-powered earbuds or headphones we’ve been using for the past few months. The AirPods 3 performed best during video and FaceTime calls, effortlessly balancing the variety of voices.
Apple AirPods 3 review: Battery and charging
Apple has extended the battery life of the AirPods by an hour. The AirPods 2 and AirPods Pro offer an hour additional listening time per charge at 6 hours, while competitors like the Sony WF-1000XM4 (8–12 hours) and Master & Dynamic MW08 offer longer listening times per charge at 8–12 hours (10-12 hours). Any complaints concerning the battery life of the AirPods should be put to rest regardless of the situation because you are now receiving more than what was previously available. ..
Apple has excellent battery management features that optimize charging for its devices. Additionally, the company has added a MagSafe charging case with 24-hour battery life to its line-up, which is compatible with the MagSafe charger. However, it does not appear that iPhones’ MagSafe reverse wireless charging is enabled. It may also be charged on any wireless pad that supports Qi. One of the fastest results in the market, quick charging continues to produce an hour’s worth of use after a 5-minute charge.
Price
The AirPods 3 are Apple’s latest wireless earbuds and cost £169 ($179, AU$279) at launch. They’re available in three different prices: the cheapest is £119 ($129, AU$219), which is the price they’ve been selling for a while. The most expensive is £239 ($249, AU$399), which is the price of the MagSafe wireless charging case.
Conclusion
The AirPods 3 are a decent update to one of the most well-liked pairs of true wireless earbuds. Their open-air fit is unmatched in the sector and undoubtedly offers certain benefits. They come with a longer battery life, which is great for those who often have to leave their earbuds at home for long periods of time. Additionally, they have better quality than their predecessors, with a more durable build that should last longer.
The earbuds are difficult to use in noisy settings and prevent them from sounding as nice as competitors’ silicone earbuds tips. We would only suggest them if you use an iPhone or other Apple hardware, as they function incredibly well with an iPhone and other Apple hardware but are less limited with Android and Windows devices.
