AirPods 3: An Audiophile’s Perspective...

The AirPods 3 look like the AirPods Pro-but does the sound measure up for the price?
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The AirPods took the world by storm upon their release. The memes and criticisms quickly diminished as the headphones clearly proved themselves to be convenient and reliable. Since release, the AirPods have seen very little change-instead introducing new models like AirPods Pro and AirPods Max-that is, until now. Are the new 3rd generation AirPods the best AirPods yet or are they a regression from their predecessor? It's not as cut-and-dry as we'd all hope. Let me explain...
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[@johnr4724]

honestly this channel is the number one source of apple audio product reviews for me.

[@snazzy]

A very narrow niche to be sure, but I appreciate it hahah

[@hilal_younus]

@@snazzy “Narrow Niche” *cue 1M Subscribers*

[@Evie0133]

@@snazzy Your reviews of them are top notch, and I freakin love em :)

[@puresynergyflo]

That’s right. One example I saw is the Verge reviewed the new Mac pros and said they wanted to take their time to get it right. And then they say that there’s no way to know if you’re actually getting fast charge. Quinn casually showed that you actually can see that very easily in the settings. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jasonblaise6786]

Honestly its the number one source of product reviews for me. So detailed, informative, and yet entertaining.

[@rohittkrr]

I remember buying the first AirPods in the first month, and for 6months I wore them everywhere. People would look at me thinking what’s wrong with my ears. 5 years later - I see them everywhere in Melbourne and now wired earphones feel like retro tech

[@ethanwiebe6662]

i remember when the first kid at my school got a pair and we all made fun of it, now everyone has them lol

[@Steph.98114]

Yeah but wired will always be king for audio quality and longivty due to not having battery's, Bluetooth just can't match it. I'm gonna be hanging on to my hd 58X for decades while those airpods get thrown in the bin

[@shibal5079]

@@Steph.98114 lol, noob

[@Steph.98114]

@@shibal5079 how the fuck does buying shit that lasts make me a noob?

[@thekumbucket2157]

@@ethanwiebe6662 weirdo

[@MaxPowers1245]

AirPods Pro still going strong there’s one purchase I didn’t regret for a second

[@Ebombda12543]

i bought them a year ago and it’s probably been one of my best purchases

[@NinjaWarrior88]

Same, I'm looking forward to seeing what they do with the AirPods Pro 2. Hopefully bigger drivers and better noise canceling but honestly the APP are already so good.

[@Ebombda12543]

@@NinjaWarrior88 i’m not even gonna upgrade unless they are way better. i bet they make the battery better which is a big plus but honestly it doesn’t really affect my day to day use

[@GabrielOrtiz-]

@@NinjaWarrior88 I’m hoping they change the fit sometimes it gets uncomfortable to wear , also the sound it good but could be better , change colors add in black option

[@ayourmum8521]

Bruh just got them for 150 and they are amazing. I swear people hate on Apple just because they are popular. Honestly the only thing I dislike is how easy they are to lose and coming in more colors would be cool.

[@abillow]

This may be Quinn's best B Roll.

[@oinochoe]

True!

[@airingcupboard]

Favourite being the vinyl scene.

[@saturasTM]

This B-roll is art

[@ItsMinarmy]

Not sure what he was trying to do with that hedge trimmer, he probably returned it after filming.

[@abillow]

@@ItsMinarmy Lol. That’s where it started for me

[@vrodmuscle]

I just received my AirPods 3. They are a welcome improvement in the sound quality over the AirPods 2. The sound quality of the AirPods 3 is in line with that of the AirPods Pro. The main reason I upgraded was for the improved sound quality and spatial audio. I like AirPods Pro for use at the gym or whereever I need noise cancellation. The AirPods Pro though are not comfortable to me for long periods, I think because they create too much of a seal. The AirPods 3 now give me the sound quality I’ve come to enjoy with the AirPods Pro while also providing the comfort of the AirPods 2 for long duration listening,

[@YourFaceIsAlreadyTaken]

Precisely why I own both the 3 and the pros. It's not that tips are painful or horribly uncomfortable; they're just not effortlessly comfortable either. And if I'm at home most of the time, why do I need ANC or transparency? So the pros are my travel buds and the rest of the time they don't really get used.

[@emmaabban-mensah6402]

Thank you for this. Made my buying decision so much easier.

[@vrodmuscle]

@@emmaabban-mensah6402 I’m glad I could help.

[@stamatimarlon6340]

The AirPods Pro are great but the pain is horrible. My ears were in pain for 3 days after listening music for 1 hour with the pro’s

[@CapitanFALCON809]

Now. This is a review

[@wongcr]

Your scripts have been feeling a lot more polished lately, and I'm starting to appreciate your new cameraman's style more and more with every video. Keep up the good work, great to see how far you've grown.

[@TomReinerDE]

I LOVE the lose fit of the 2nd Gen - makes them the best earphone for phone calls and video conferences, for hours and hours. They suck at playing music, but there are so many other possibilities that I don‘t really mind.

[@CristianZatonyl]

Me too. I wonder how the 3s compare in that aspect

[@brandon_nope]

It’s funny the fact the old ones were so secure in my ears I had trouble hearing other people’s voices

[@robbates4704]

@@CristianZatonyl The 3rd Gen are excellent for phone calls. Nicer then my old 2nd Gen pair. I got these over the Pros because I hate isolated buds when listening to voice.

[@tedtodorov698]

I love the 2nd gen - meanwhile the Pros don’t fit my ears at all. So I’m concerned about the 3rd gens fit

[@mtc9236]

@@robbates4704 have you ever had the pros, you can’t hear yourself talk with them on

[@jan4572]

I really appreciate your videos. Calm, knowledgeable, completely honest talk about exciting new stuff.

[@snazzy]

Thanks!

[@seamarie3111]

I've owned my Air Pods 2nd generation for two years and love them. I use them most to here the screen reader on mainly my iPhone, as I'm partially blind. Needless to say they've seen some very heavy use. While they still work ok, the batteries are starting to go, and they took an unintended swim one recent morning. I decided then that I'd better line up their replacements. Just as before, I chose the regular current offerings over the Pros for a couple reasons. 1: Being partially blind, my hearing is very important to me, and I like to have the option to hear the environment. I'm ok with ANC for over-the-ear when gaming or watching a movie, but not for everyday phone use. 2: I have small ear canals, prone to wax and ear infections. I'm not a fan of silicon tips, as I feel they just push any gunk up my ear canals. They're also just not comfortable, and I hate when they pop off. 3: A new reason, I got my new 3s majorly on sale, $40 off, plus a $25 gift card I had, so I got them for less than $125 after tax! I'm thrilled with them so far! I'm glad I bought them before my 2s fail me, because they're still an excellent backup/nighttime pair, even if the sound is not as good. With synthesized speech, that doesn't matter quite as much.

[@rohittkrr]

My reason for choosing non silicone tip earbuds is that I like to be able listen what’s happening around me or leave them in my ears and forget about them. Other than that I prefer ANC when I’m out

[@silentrocco]

Just testing my new 3D gen AirPods with your video. Fit is good enough to not fall out of my ears, and sound is close enough to my Pros with a better clarity, making these the most balanced sounding AirPods yet. I am happy to not having to stuff anything into my ears anymore, comparing the feel of the 3s with the Pros side by side, I am happy to dump my Pros for that light sense on nothing, while containing most of the sound.

[@KnallenN]

Magsafe also works on airpods pro with an updated case. Obviously you won't buy a new pair just for magsafe magnets but if you are planning on getting a pair it's nice to know that they have it now

[@MapleYum]

I bought a set that my local store had on clearance and they came with the new case. Best deal ever. Cost me about 20 after I cashed in some reward points. Kinda nuts actually.

[@halami2149]

Something that needs to addressed is the adaptive EQ. I remember with the old AirPods and even EarPods, as they get loose over time, the sound changes, the bass gets lost, so I have to push them in. With these, they adapt to that, so they sound consistent. You can hear how it changes by putting the AirPods 3 loose in your ears, then quickly pushing them in. You’ll hear extra low frequencies for a quick moment, then it adjusts. And the opposite way, quickly loosen them and you’ll lose all bass, like the old AirPods. But they adjust and make it sound better. I really like this about the AirPods, and I think it’s something people forget about or don’t realize the benefits of

[@YourFaceIsAlreadyTaken]

Very well-written comment, and I actually learned something. I guess that explains why nobody thinks the quality is bad-the buds are smart enough to make sure it never is.

[@halami2149]

@@YourFaceIsAlreadyTaken Thanks for reading! I think I heard someone else somewhere say the same thing, but I don’t remember who. But it’s something I definitely noticed when trying to get the AirPods in my ears in a comfortable spot. At first they felt weird and felt like they were always about to fall out, but now I got used to it, and my head shake test says they won’t fall

[@tobiasmoeck876]

I watched so many reviews and finally someone you showed us the magnets with magnet paper. Not even MKBHD. :(

[@iielysiumx5811]

This is the only channel I trust when apple releases an audio product, most reviewers have no clue about audio and just say “it’s good”

[@Richard0915]

the way he held that vinyl record made me happy, it causes me severe pain whenever people hold them with their fingers on the grooves

[@dustintrombly]

It's an absolute smash hit product for me. The convenience factor can't be oversold. Used my gen 1s into the ground to the point where the battery life was noticeably limiting, so this gen 3 came at a perfect time for an upgrade.

[@shanemooon]

Don’t like silicone earbuds and don’t care about ANC. I think the AirPod’s 3 is perfect.

[@Jiggy609]

Yes exactly. I do love ANC but these are perfect for work when I still need to hear surroundings. And silicone tips don’t fit me either. When I need ANC I have over ear sony’s

[@judefischer3821]

My thoughts exactly

[@monicaxlopez1568]

Same i feel like if I use noise cancelation I won’t feel safe I need to hear things and earth tips are annoying AirPods 3 are def perfect

[@monicaxlopez1568]

Eartips*

[@4klivingroom316]

Honestly, I prefer the Airpods 3 most of the time - I can eat without hearing myself chewing, I can hear properly myself talk on calls, I don't have to use pass-thru (which for some reason is massively over-bright) to listen for the doorbell, and they're great to listen to podcasts while playing video games - I can hear the non-cranked surround and the podcast. BUT - I also have times that I actually want to block noise - lawn care, anything with loud running water, over-riding boring music at the skating rink... these use cases REALLY require the Pros. So yeah, I got the 3's with the intention of deciding to keep them or the Pros... and ended up keeping both.

[@blakephotographytexas]

FYI If you dive deep into settings you can customize the transparency mode to be less bright, among other things. Settings -> Accessibility -> Audio & Visual -> Headphone Accommodations -> Transparency Mode

[@4klivingroom316]

​@@blakephotographytexas Appreciated - but even at the lowest setting it was still brighter than reality - maybe it's that pair of pods? That wasn't my only issue, so I'll keep using both.

[@funkemunky]

I’m surprised it was that much improved. Thanks for the video, you’re the only one that looks into the sound quality like you do

[@YourFaceIsAlreadyTaken]

I use AirPods 3 a lot at home, even though I have the pros. This is mostly due to the fact that I don't love having canal buds stufffed in my ear for long periods of time, and I appreciate the ability to hear some of my surroundings through them. When I'm traveling, I either want to be extra-conscious of my surroundings or I don't want to hear them at all, so I use the pros and flip between ANC and transparency (with custom accommodations set up.) The AirPods 3 actually sound almost as good as the pros to me, so I don't find the listening experience to be worse. If I had to pick just one, I'd probably go with the pros; but so many people watching this are probably tech collectors like me, so this is something to consider.

[@sunnyqueensland]

Looking forward to you getting the echo under control. Thanks for everything.

[@AllenZrust]

Great review Quinn, always enjoy your talking points and made me glad for deciding to hold off on getting these until they go on sale.

[@snazzy]

Thanks, Allen!

[@lalaland134]

The outdoor shooting sooo good. Literally can screenshot it and use it as wallpaper especially when u stand under the tree

[@MrShlee1]

Great video! This is prob the best review I’ve seen, while I do agree I still miss the bass levels. And maybe that’s because the Gen2 fit so snug. These are a little bigger. However some tracks I have heard ouch really hard and really crisp. I had to return mine actually as the left driver was blown. Apple replaced without any issue at all

[@camlife6930]

I enjoyed the 1st Gen AirPods until they were stolen. They were so comfortable I often forgot they were in my ears. Best of all, I could fall asleep with them in my ears while listening to a podcast or the sounds of rain and waves. I know you don’t recommend these but this video just convinced me to purchase the Gen 3 AIRPODS! 😀

[@theearthisbread]

He heard the og Airpods thin and harsh which means the old design didn’t get him the proper fit. I hear the og airpods rather boomy and smooth in the treble so its not weird to enjoy og airpods :)

[@brandon_nope]

Don’t get the 3rd Gen unless you can’t stand sealed earbuds

[@camlife6930]

@@brandon_nope what do you mean by “sealed earbuds”? If you mean earbuds that feel like they’re vacuumed sealed when in the ear canal then I can’t stand those. Tried some Skull Candy buds and they’re nice but not as comfortable as the AirPods.

[@brandon_nope]

@@camlife6930 I mean earbuds with silicone/foam tips

[@camlife6930]

@@brandon_nope okay I see. Yeah, I don’t like the silicone tips. They stay in my ears but they’re quite uncomfortable.

[@paulnprimus]

Great review. I appreciate your thoughts about the pro models, for me however the 3’s are perfect as I do not like the silicone tips. I don’t like sound isolation.

[@hdkv]

3:26 Apple updated AirPods Pro, adding option with MagSafe-enabled case.

[@hdkv]

@CGGS_Gaming in my region (Russia) retailers still have old Pros without MagSafe, and new MagSafe enabled AirPods costs 5000 roubles (like 60$) more than old ones.

[@hdkv]

@CGGS_Gaming yep, Apple Store itself lists only AirPods Pro with MagSafe.

[@codered1988]

I've always stuck with non pro airpods because I've never had a pair or tipped headphones that didn't drive me crazy after 15 minutes of use. So i'm very glad to see a non tipped airpod update :)

[@14Ramjet]

From my limited exposure to airpods pro, I find that they are a lot less intrusive than other silicon tipped earbuds. So maybe you should give them a try, but the gen 3 seem good.

[@awesomeferret]

I wish iPhones had DTX X. My LG V40 has that, and I almost always have it on. It makes things sound a bit more crisp and gives any headphones a better soundstage. I never thought I'd use or appreciate something like that in the way I do now. I listen to music to have fun, and sometimes the original stereo mixes (as the artist intended) isn't the most fun way to listen. I say this as someone who would be "audiophile" if it didn't come with the stereotypes it does.

[@Evie0133]

6:06 THIS IS THE BEST THING I'VE SEEN FROM QUINN 😂

[@mestune5043]

Great review. Been watching quite a lot on the AirPods and this has been far and away the most informative. Thanks!

[@Shundi879]

I love my AirPod 3s. I have a single AirPod in my ear throughout a good chunk of the day for Zoom calls, KZbin videos, podcasts etc. I don’t want a seal or ANC so the Pros were not for me. These are exactly what I wanted. All the features of the Pros (button on the stems, better in-ear detection, spatial audio, better Find My, and way better battery life) without the tips and ANC. The fact that the Pros can be had for only $20 more kinda stings, but these are what I want/need.

[@ejsalazar]

Same! I liked the ANC but found the comfort of the AirPods 3 to be more worth it since I leave them in ear all day long for work and personal use.

[@carlosalvarez4641]

Thanks for this review, I am in the process of picking between the Pros and the 3’s so your insights really helped me. Liked your sound recommendation and conclusion. Zero ambiguity and yada yada, which is appreciated!

[@3dus]

I'm a film editor and I can tell you that spatial audio virtualization on Apple TV is very very good. So good that I've been noticing that I prefer using it than my surround system, and it's all due to head tracking, the way the LCR are so well presented, it has already tricked several times into believing my Kefs Ls50 were on on surround. Very good imagining. Atmos for music tho' feels like a gimmick but who cares if there are tons tons of surround mixed films on almost all streaming platforms.

[@ronr1094]

I really liked you review and it had much value! I would say that there are those of us out there who do not like wireless ear tips in our ears - I’m one of them. Also, some like to still be aware of sound around them, of which noise cancellation would eliminate. And, some of us find a more relaxed fit from and earbud setting in our ear instead of our earlobe and partially in the canal. I just purchased the AirPods 3 - found a way to get a brand new set at $125. Been testing them, walking with them, moving my head around to see if they’ll loosen. I totally love the sound, but I also have always benefitted from the secure fit in the 1st generation version. Well, I’m getting used to it and I’m truly into the sound. I never use buds like this for workout, so the AirPods three are seemingly gonna be perfect for me at this point. Thank you for a great review!

[@elcholito587]

Copped a pair of pros and they could not stay in my ear despite which tips I used. I opted for the 3’s and despite the missing features they stay in my ears and sound great.

[@mdstsrht]

3:22 Newer models of AirPods Pro also came out with a MagSafe compatible case

[@TheRichmau5]

I got mine yesterday and i think they are excellent. Great audio and i love the spatial audio. Really love them.

[@simsforever791]

I remember accessories that connected the two earbuds together

[@Sustainable_Me]

Great video! Thanks for your hard work, as always!

[@Nice1Zazz]

Great review.

[@darkgilson]

Loved the subtitles surprise at the end :D

[@SubfeedSub]

Would love a video on what you think are the best wired headphones for music, both open and closed back.

[@daZubz]

Another great insightful video. Thanks Quinn!

[@hubbletelescope9350]

I really watched that whole ad and wasn't annoyed, you did a great job.

[@delarageaz]

i ordered a pair of airpods pro the day the airpods 3 came out and thanks for not letting me regret my decision ! I really enjoy the airpods Pro but i do find the very highs to be a bit exagerated and tiring, but i know know i'm over sensitive to that. I also have the airpods Max and those i really enjoy, i can leave them on my head almost all day

[@charleslaferriere2282]

Michael Kiwanuka (8:35), the song Love&Hate is also very good!

[@chumbert5]

What do you think of the Spatialize Stereo feature in iOS 15? For music the head tracking is more of a gimmick, but when fixed it does add a bit of soundstaging to stereo tracks.

[@adaml.5355]

Frankly, I haven't wanted to turn that feature off since it released. Which is concerning. Because it takes my choice of headphone from hundreds or thousands to just Apple's blessed AirPods. It changed the audio so much for me that I have concerns on leaving iOS ever for the fear of missing out on that sound enhancement.

[@thewiirocks]

I am really impressed by Apple's spatial audio. I watched the new 3D Netflix He-Man cartoon on my iPad and I *swear* that I'd accidentally left the iPad's speakers on instead of using my AirPod Pros. The head tracking really sold the illusion, convincing my ears that the sound was being emitted from the iPad itself. And to be clear, this was an iPad Pro. So being comparable to the build-in speakers is quite impressive!

[@jarofjuice]

I bought them and I'm torn between liking them and disliking them. The Gen 2 fit really well and the Gen 3 hurt my hearts after a while and I keep fiddling with the fit. Unfortunately I've tried different other buds and they all have fit problems -- maybe my ear shape is weird but I'll live with the Gen 3 for now

[@diddygt]

Same, but these are my first set of AirPods. I usually go for sound quality first with pricey headphones, but the curiosity of the convenience hype finally got the better of me. Luckily, this purchase was made with a Christmas gift card and cash back rewards, so it's not that much of a hit for me. I just bought the set I have today, watching this video with them. While I find the sound to be...okay, the fit feels weird to me. It feels like at times it's about to fall out, but they never do even when I shake my head... But still feel like they're not secure enough in my ear...I get that it doesn't seal, but I still had an easier time getting Apple's standard earbuds that come with their phones to fit in my ears. I got these over the Pro because I don't really like earbuds that block my ear completely. I feel like I should've gone with the Pros though...Buyer's remorse, I suppose.

[@anb1142]

Congrats on 1 mil, just noticed

[@stotka]

I have exatcly both of the problems of the Airpods pro. They fall out because of the silicone tips and I get lightheaded and dizzy from the noise cancellation. So I got the airpods 3 (Upgraded from gen1) and love them, the fit is great for my ears.

[@TheZax85]

Great in-depth review. Thank you!

[@jeremiahbrints5899]

Getting mine pretty soon!

[@JMNTN]

i wish they would make a mechanical way of closing the lid because my airpods case is always covered in metal filings

[@grumpychocobo]

I'm glad the non-Pros got some attention. I tried the Pros. I always hate having ear tips down in my ear canal and the Pros didn't avoid that negative from me. Also they always wanted to fall out of my ears. Looking forward to trying the 3s.

[@MrinmoyDas-qm6kj]

congrats on 1 mil... your channel deserves it...

[@s3cr3tpassword]

I want the tap feature. It’s so much more easier to quickly double tap your ear, you also don’t have to precise with grabbing the stem. I also like the open-ness of the non pros, because you can hear your surrounding and people greeting you without the need to pause the music. Guess I’ll be stock piling airpod 2 whenever they drop to $100

[@tuomasvihavainen3976]

The squeeze works through a hood, glives or a beanie, so it is superior in that way.

[@MrTroll69onyt]

Will be 80$ on black friday btw

[@s3cr3tpassword]

@@tuomasvihavainen3976 if I'm cooking or my hands are dirty I could just use my shoulders to double tap, which the stems could do. ive test the pros for a week and hated that I absolutely needed to pinch the stem.

[@JumpFloater4]

I agree. I bought the 3s on release day and the features, battery and sound quality were all decent but they wouldn’t fit at all. Yawned? They fell out. Talked? They fell out. Moved my head? See ya. Returned and bought two new pairs of 2nd gens.

[@cornelius6616]

@@JumpFloater4 I’ve had the 3rd gen for 3 days and you’re spot on. The need to squeeze the stem is a double whammy with it not fitting secure in your ear. They just keep coming out

[@kreuzbergbier8666]

Loving the B-Roll😂😂

[@AIRDRAC]

I'd love to hear you compare them to other smartphone manufacturers true wireless offerings in terms of audio quality (Samsung, Sony, etc)! Great video!

[@edwindjiu7809]

Is this good for workouts?

[@Anthony__420]

Love these better than my PROS which fall out all the time at the gym. I’ve tried all the inserts and not a fan of anything in my ear canal

[@awwwtraveler]

I cant live without the ANC, waiting for the Pro 2, now using Sammy Buds Pro that still amazing.

[@hernancoronel]

At 9:25 “I had a lot of fun…” * Sits alone having no fun at all… LOL!

[@SenorMoneyintheBank]

You summed up my thoughts perfectly at the end. I just don't see a reason to get the 3s over the Pro unless you hate silicon tips or ANC. Maybe if the extra hour of battery life appeals to you, but I think the battery life would have needed a bigger boost to make these more of a recommend over the Pro.

[@pduchnovsky]

Many people loved apple headphones exactly because they did not have silicone tips but had great fit. These seem to improve in every direction so they will sell well. Pros are fine for people who don’t mind silicone tips and want anc or passive noise cancellation, many people don’t..

[@PvtAnonymous]

there is one reason to get the 3's over the Pro's. The Pro's break. A lot. From personal experience and connections in the AASP/Apple Store industry, they have to swap dozens of them every day, per store. It's gotten to a point, where you don't even need to explain the problem to the Geniuses at an Apple Store, they already know what's wrong. There is even an extended warranty program for them. The mic in the Pro's (the one facing inwards) is getting loose after some time from moving or from the vibrations of the driver. This leads to a number of problems: rattling while walking, static sounds, weaker ANC and weaker bass. I went through 3 pairs until I finally returned them about 3 weeks ago. If you want something that lasts, get something else. Until Apple truly fixes them, I can't recommend the Pro's to anyone sadly.

[@YourFaceIsAlreadyTaken]

I don't hate the tips of the pros, I actually got memory foam tips from Amazon and they're quite nice. That said, I don't love having them in my ear for a long time either. The AirPods 3 sound amazing, and if I'm not in a loud environment they're perfect for casual use. They improve on the gen2 without sacrificing comfort (for me at least.) That makes them worth having even when I already have and love the pros.

[@Torjus_]

My old airpods just stopped working yesterday, guess its time to upgrade. Im glad apple kept one pair without rubber tips. Can't use the pros because of this

[@alejandradenizphotography]

Thanks for the content Quinn!

[@jtggardner]

I'm guessing that the 2nd-gen AirPods pros are around the corner, with prompt discontinuation to boot. I bought a pair on Prime day earlier this year for a mere £160 which was frankly incredible - but, personally, I wouldn't consider them worth more in all honesty! Great video as always btw 😃

[@blakephotographytexas]

Yeah I’ve heard many reports that the new Pros are coming in 2022

[@iwilitu6591]

The AirPods Pro have a MagSafe case tho, it was just updated quietly

[@shadowios7033]

Im curious to see if the replacement AirPods Pro have the MagSafe case as well, since I have to replace mine anyways.

[@snazzy]

Ya I kinda forgot this. In any case, the $180 AirPods Pro you find for sale are gonna be the “old” ones for a while.

[@jasonblaise6786]

@@shadowios7033 Explain please? How do I replace my Airpods Pro? Unless you meant purchasing another pair

[@shadowios7033]

@@jasonblaise6786 Contact Apple, and if you have Apple Care+ they’ll usually replace them fairly easily. Gotten mine replaced… many times. Again, they got issues with them, I’d say all AirPods do. On my 3rd pair of AirPods Max. I believe there’s currently a program with the AirPods Pro as well, driver separation issues.

[@jasonblaise6786]

@@shadowios7033 Niceee I have apple care! Thanks for the tip!

[@_Mike.P]

What's your opinion on the Devialet Gemini buds?

[@roshanrajesh6786]

3:21 The AirPods Pro Case has been updated with a new MagSafe Charging case just like the 3rd Gen AirPods.

[@JamesFuston]

6:28 is that a tonal workout station? How do you like it?

[@BoxiesAU]

The 3 definitely feel different to the 2, but after a few days I have really got used to the fit. They are a great product and an improvement on the 2 for me all around, however the price is the sticking point. Knock $30-50 USD off and I think they are a definite. At the moment, it’s a big cost for marginal, though good improvement

[@anb1142]

There seems to be some caption syncing issues

[@cornerliston]

Apple should take a better look at the earphones they initially were inspired from with the semi in-ear design. Namely Bose's 12 year old ‘mobile in-ear headset’, which had the silicon tip which made them sit very comfortable and stay a lot better for us who have more ‘open’ outer ear shape. And still had the tip just slightly pointing inside the ear canal.

[@joshuatatro4503]

The AP3 pricing is also super weird when Apple's other headphones brand, Beats, sells the very decent Studio Buds that have ANC, IPX rating, and all the Apple niceties (e.g. FindMy compatibility, hands free Siri, easy pairing, etc.) and currently go for $129 USD (or $149 MSRP). Oh, and those also charge with USB-C -- like a civilized pair of wireless headphones.

[@savillecreations8046]

Just ordered the Pro. Thanks for the video. We’re those Utah plates I saw?

[@peterpayne2219]

Really want to know if these are nearly perfectly waterproof like the Airpods 1 and 2 have been. I wear mind in the shower, in the pool, and have washed them, and the case, but they've never had a problem.

[@lancer1993]

I just bought these, my first ever AirPods, not used them much but I noticed then breaking up a bit when connected to my M1 iMac. Also is there any way to adjust the audio?

[@bear5180]

So I had the second gen AirPods and they fit my ears absolutely perfectly but after years of use they broke so I upgrade to the Sennheiser momentum II sounds great but fall out of my ears all the time and the I have very tiny earholes any earwax on them they slip out. So should I get these or just stay with my sennheiser.

[@ArchieGee]

love the b roll on this one!

[@JoachimPersonalAccount]

Are the mics any different?

[@wicked.orlando]

Just bought the AP3, let's see how well they do, did not want to spend the extra on the Pro, but we shall see how they compare to the AirPods I have now

[@djsieker]

I love Quinns's audiophile videos! Please do an entire series on the audiophile experience. Primers for newbs, best in price range, home setups, the works. We would love it!

[@jamesmchugo9422]

Thanks for an honest review. Would like hear how you feel about the EarPod Pro 2. Good sound with noise cancellation is a must for me. I also use BOSE QuietComfort and Soundcore X10 earbuds. Both of which I feel have better sound, but I prefer the noise cancellation and ease of use that the EarPod Pro has.

[@matt.muscat]

Hey, I just bought the AirPods Gen 3. Love them. I had the gen 2 before but I misplaced them. I didn’t go for the pro because of the silicone tip. They tire me out. Also I don’t need noise cancelling headphones. And noise cancelling does make me a bit sick. Hope the batteries are good.

[@Zagoorland]

Hey snazzy, will you make video about your audio setup? I saw a tube amp and this interested me.

[@LEGnewTube]

Audio quality of this video is fantastic.

[@rodrigosepulveda4559]

I bought the pros for their noise cancellation which I need at work but had to return them because they don't fit well in my ears, and the air pods 3 fit very well, I go to the gym and use them at work painlessly. I miss the noise cancellation feature but I can enjoy the sound qulity of the 3.

[@brandenflasch]

Been rocking my AirPods Pro since the day they became available and they’re still one of my favorite Apple products ever. (Did take advantage of the warranty extension to get a new set free)

[@emmanuelgodwin4443]

Can you explain how you got one free?

[@Merely.Finite]

Do you have a video on over-ear headphones that you would recommend? Any over-ear wireless?

[@PedroLucas-dp3fh]

Thanks for the review, they were just $140 on Amazon so i'm glad I got them when I could

[@alandiegovillalobos]

How are they compared to the earpods with cable? (Cable aside)

[@chonghongleong]

I just purchased the AirPods 3 weeks ago. The spatial audio makes hotel California- hell freeze over sounds awesome

[@bolttracks]

Shoutout to the Voyager Golden Record box set in the back 🔥🔥

[@katieblakney2001]

My main reason of why I use AirPods is because over the years I have had trouble with earbuds fitting in my ear with a round silicone tip and kept falling out when I had an MP3 player. After trying the AirPods and AirPods Pro on by Apple, it now fits perfectly in my ear and doesn’t fall out at all when I’m listening to music on my phone or iPad. This by far is one of Apple greatest inventions to bring music and high quality listening to a whole new level. ❤️

[@_Paul_N]

I have the AirPods Pro’s, but my one and ONLY issue I have with the 3’s is ear wax and the speaker screen cage thingy lol. I still have my Airpod 1’s and I was cleaning those things pretty much every 2 days lol.

[@guileuesugi]

6:27 Wow, now I really want the 3rd generation! Because 2nd to me was very good sound quality...

[@swagchief98]

I have been using the galaxy buds + for about a year now and I'm wondering how these compare to my buds.

[@Lee.S321]

Spend the extra, if you can, & get the Sony XM4s. They don't have the device switching function the Airpods have, but they beat all Airpod models in pretty much every other respect.