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Apple AirPods Pro – 1st Gen (Renewed)

Apple AirPods Pro (1st Gen) are iconic, beautifully designed and engineered earbuds, and have been a popular premium earbud choice since their release in 2019. 

Despite the introduction of newer generations, the original AirPods Pro remain a firm favorite due to their exceptional features and affordable price. 

AirPods Pro are versatile for a wide range of activities. They’re perfect for commuting, with noise-cancelling technology that blocks out the noise of public transportation. During workouts, the sweat-resistant design keeps them safe and functional. And in the office, they’re comfortable and block out a decent amount of background chatter.

Audio Features

One of the standout features of the AirPods Pro is the ability to switch between Audio Transparency mode and Noise Cancellation mode. 

In Noise Cancellation mode, you can block out outside noises like traffic, chatter and other ambient sounds.

Transparency mode, on the other hand, allows you to hear your surroundings without removing the pods. This is really useful when you want to stay aware of your surroundings or carry on a conversation without compromising sound quality. 

Switching between modes is easy: just press and hold either side of the AirPods.

Sound Quality

I love listening to music and audiobooks every day, so sound quality is very important to me. The AirPods Pro sound quality is nothing short of amazing.

The quality is clear and powerful, but not harsh or brassy.

The bass is also very clear and adds depth to the sound.

When connected to your phone, it provides guidance on volume, allowing the user to hear clearly (at the correct decibels), and minimizing damage to your ears.

Design & Comfort

Comfortable & lightweight

I really enjoy wearing the AirPods.

I have very small ears and have previously had trouble keeping pods in my ears without squeezing them in and causing pain, especially when exercising. And in-ear pods usually give me a headache or earache – these don’t. Even after prolonged use.

They come in three sizes, so I found a perfect fit.

Ease of use

AirPods Pro feature a pressure-sensitive stem and a portable charging case that supports MagSafe wireless charging. 

They have excellent connectivity and are easy to use.

Long battery life (4.5 hours) lets you enjoy your AirPods all day without having to keep recharging. 

They quickly connect to other Apple devices, such as iPhones, iPads and Macs.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Transparency mode
  • Noise Cancellation mode
  • Great sound quality
  • Connectivity and ease of use
  • Comfortable and lightweight wireless earbuds
  • Adaptive EQ automatically tunes music to the shape of your ear
  • Long battery life
  • Pressure sensitive stem
  • Portable charging case
  • MagSafe wireless charging

They are also sweat and water resistant, making them a great option for workouts. However, they don’t have an official IP rating. So although they can handle some moisture, they’re not technically waterproof.

Cons

  • Silicone tips can wear out over time
  • No companion app
  • Hard to control via Siri
  • Difficult to use with one hand

Opening the case and removing an AirPod with one hand is very difficult. This may not seem like a big deal, but if you’re on a call or driving and need to be hands-free, it can be a drawback.

On a few occasions, my case has opened by itself and dropped one of my Pods without my knowledge. This is a scary moment when you open the case and see an empty slot. However, when connected to your iPhone, it has a clever feature that allows you to locate the missing pod, make a sound so you can easily find it, and highlight it on Google Maps so you can track its location.

Tips

Keep clean: Wipe your AirPods and case regularly with a dry cloth. Avoid liquids/cleaners. Keeping them in the case protects them and prolongs battery life.

Customize controls: Set preferred functions (play/pause, skip tracks, Siri, ANC/Transparency mode) under Settings > Bluetooth > AirPods Pro > Press and Hold AirPods.

Perfect the fit: Experiment with the ear tips to find the best seal for comfort and sound quality. A good seal improves audio and ANC. Try a fit test in Bluetooth Settings.

Maximize battery life: Store AirPods in their case, turn off ANC/transparency when not in use, use one AirPod at a time for mono audio, and check battery status regularly.

Verdict

Overall, these AirPods Pro are affordable, reliable and of a high quality.

I have attached the Pod case to my keys, consequently, I always carry them with me. I now can’t live without them.

I would highly recommend these Apple AirPods Pro.

Hope you find this review useful.

Josie