Airpods are wireless earbuds developed by Apple Inc. Initially released in December 2016, they have become immensely popular due to their convenience, ease of use, and integration with Apple’s ecosystem. On this post, we are going to talk about Airpods’ uniqueness and price in Nigeria as of today.
Unique Features of Airpods
Here are some unique features of Apple Airpods:
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- Wireless Connectivity: Airpods connect to Apple devices, such as iPhones, iPads, and Macs, via Bluetooth. They offer seamless pairing and switching between devices associated with the same iCloud account.
- Design: AirPods feature a minimalist design with a stem that extends downwards from the earbud. They are lightweight and fit comfortably in the ears for many users. The stem houses touch-sensitive controls for functions like play/pause, skipping tracks, and activating Siri.
- Audio Quality: While not audiophile-grade, AirPods provide decent sound quality with good clarity and balanced sound. They are suitable for casual listening, podcasts, and phone calls.
- Battery Life: The charging case provided with AirPods serves dual purposes: it stores the AirPods when not in use and charges them on the go. A fully charged case can provide multiple charges to the AirPods, extending their battery life. The standalone battery life of AirPods is typically around 4-5 hours of listening time on a single charge.
- Integration with Siri: AirPods allow users to activate Siri hands-free by simply saying “Hey Siri.” This enables voice commands for tasks like changing songs, adjusting volume, making calls, and getting directions.
- Automatic Ear Detection: AirPods feature sensors that detect when they are in the ears, automatically pausing playback when removed and resuming when reinserted.
- Compatibility: While designed primarily for Apple devices, AirPods can connect to other Bluetooth-enabled devices, including Android smartphones and Windows PCs. However, some features, such as seamless pairing and automatic switching, may be limited or unavailable on non-Apple devices.
- Models: Apple has released several iterations of AirPods since the original version, including AirPods 2, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max. Each model offers improvements in features such as sound quality, active noise cancellation, and water resistance.
Remember to explore these features and customize your Airpod’s settings to enhance your experience.
Prices of Airpods in Nigeria
Apple products are expensive, and you would not expect anything less from their flagship wireless Airpods. Launched over three years ago, Airpods have so far risen to be among Apple’s most sought-after products, despite the amount it goes for.
The second-generation Airpods, released in 2019, resulted in the cessation of the original Airpods, which are now cheaper as a result. On average, the second generation Airpods can be purchased for anything from N200,000 while the first generation Airpods now goes for anything from N100,000. The variation depends on the currency exchange rate at the period and place of purchase.
Airpods Review:
a. Design
When it comes to design, it is difficult to pick a brand that does it better than Apple. They have not only shown class with their distinctive style, they have also built a brand that other brands look to imitate. If you are used to the brand’s Airpods, which come with their phones, then you will likely know what the Airpods look and feel like, apart from the fact that it is wireless..
The main difference between the two is the small arm that slides down from the earbud fragment. The Airpods arm is pointedly thicker than that of the common Airpods to make it fit its battery and microphone. This thickness makes the Airpod not as fashionable and chic as the classic Apple Buds, which is probably not the best, given Apple’s reputation of manufacturing trendy products that line well between technology and fashion.
Maintaining the classic Airpod design means that the Airpods allow for modern conveniences and can be easily replaced and used again.
b. Sound Quality
If you have used Apple Airpods, then you should know what to expect with the Airpods. If there is one thing Airpods offer, then it is great sound quality. The bass nicely cuts through various songs without necessarily overwhelming treble notes of the songs. The Airpods sound effortlessly combines energy and a calm tempo to produce top-class sound output.
There is also a decent amount of space in the sound stage. There is not quite similar juiciness or detail across a song as an equally priced pair of wired headphones though, but nonetheless, the Airpods provide a striking listening experience. The devices also blow the Lightning-equipped Airpods, the ones that come with recent iPhones, out of the water in terms of sound output quality. Although Airpods are not bad when it comes to sound output, the Airpods are just on a whole new level.
c. Battery Life
Battery capacity is another area Apple does well with and the Airpods follows this trend. The long stanches protruding from the base of each earbud might look and feel quite bulky, but the good news is that the Airpods’ battery life is appreciable.
When the product was launched, the brand claimed that the battery lasts up to five hours and this has proven absolutely accurate. Early users of the second-generation Airoods claim the battery is outstanding and lasts for those hours.
Also, the amount of time it took to recharge the devices using the charging case was really cool, which means the charge was never far away when the device dipped low. This ease is only going to improve in the coming years with the rumored addition of an impressive wireless charging case that will permit you to charge the device wirelessly.
d. Connectivity
Connectivity has been the main issue with Bluetooth devices over the years. While some devices easily connect automatically at a reasonable distance, some other devices might necessitate digging into the device’s Bluetooth menu every time.
Based on reports and reviews by early users, you wouldn’t have any issues when it comes to connecting your Apple phone with the Airpods. In fact, you wouldn’t need to bring the device very close to the phone before it connects. All you need to do is put the device at a distance the connection can reach, select the option on your phone to pair with the devices, and connect seamlessly.
When you are connecting for the first time, you will be required to press the connect button to connect with the device. Subsequent use doesn’t necessarily require you to continuously manually connect the device. Once you turn on the Bluetooth channel on the phone, you can expect it to automatically connect without so much stress.
Remember, that airpods can be purchased in various Apple outlets across the country. For convenience, they can also be purchased online at various e-commerce stores available today.
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