Which iPhone comes with wireless headphones?

No, they (probably) won't fall out of your ears.

So... Apple decided to remove the headphone jack in the new , and the Internet just exploded. Fortunately, the giant has come up with a solution - AirPods wireless headphones. But, to the chagrin of many, they are not included with the phones. Instead, the headphones are sold as a premium accessory, and are overly advertised. The guys from BuzzFeed bought themselves a pair of headphones to test and find out if they are as cool and epic as Apple promised, and the editors of this useful site have prepared for you a translation of this test drive from 11 things you should know before you buy Apple's new wireless headphones.

Below are 11 questions that should interest any potential AirPods buyer.

1. How much do they cost and where can I buy them?

Apple AirPods wireless headphones cost $159, which is really expensive. Therefore, read the article further to determine for yourself whether the new product is worth the cost.

You can buy headphones at an Apple Store in your area or online at Apple's website.

2. How are AirPods different from EarPods?

Imagine if someone took regular EarPods (the ones that come with every iPhone), cut the wires, and put them in a nice little box for storage and charging. So much for AirPods.

The headphones connect to your phone via Bluetooth. When you insert them into your ears, they emit a confirmation signal that the connection has taken place. Then you launch your music app - voila! The whole process takes literally seconds.

Double tapping any earbud activates Siri. When you remove one of the headphones from your ear, the music stops playing.

By the way, the sound quality is almost the same as the old EarPods.

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3. How does Siri work with AirPods?

Alas, not very much. But it’s worth saying that the sound quality during calls is excellent, which makes them an excellent tool for hands-free conversations. Interlocutors on the other side also note a clean and clear sound during a conversation.

Let's return to Siri. Using a virtual assistant with AirPods is not that comfortable. First of all, to activate the application, you need to touch the headphones twice at the right angle, and the application itself will launch in a few seconds. The idea is that you then give Siri commands like “next track” or “turn up volume,” but let's be real, shouting these commands in public doesn't look very appropriate.

It would be great if there were other non-verbal ways to control music - like triple-tapping to increase volume or other useful movements.

4. Do the headphones easily connect to your phone, computer and other devices?

AMAZINGLY easy to connect.AirPods WithiPhone. You just need to open the box, click on the connection and you're done. If your phone is connected to iCloud (and 99.9% of the time it is), it will automatically show all other Apple devices. This means that connecting and turning on headphones on all devices is very simple.

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5. Can I use AirPods if I don't have an iPhone?

Yes you can. But the main advantage AirPods in how easily they synchronize and how well they work withiPhone and other Apple gadgets. So, if you use Android devices or other non-Apple gadgets, your best bet is to invest in proper wireless headphones.

If you want to ignore this advice, here's the information: On the back of the box there is a small button that activates the Bluetooth search function and shows up in your phone's Bluetooth menu. After that, simply touch the headphones and they will connect to the device.

6. Will the headphones fall out of my ears?

It all depends on the size and shape of your ears. In medium sized earsAirPodsThey hold up superbly. The headphones were tested in a variety of situations, including jumping up and down, running and head shaking - and nothing happened to them.

The only point: if you wear a hat or hood, you should make sure that it does not pull the headphones out of your ears. This also applies to long hair.

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7. Is it convenient to play sports with AirPods?

Very comfortably. With them, you don't have to worry about the cord getting in the way. You can leave the box at home. By the way, sweat has no effect on the headphones.

Are AirPods waterproof? No. You can't swim with them, that's for sure. But, as we said, they are sweat-resistant, so you can actively engage in your favorite sports.

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8. Do they hold a charge well?

Apple claims five hours of continuous use on a single charge. With a box this period is 24 hours.

If you're used to charging your phone and other devices overnight, you won't have any problems. They set it up and went to sleep. This means that the device will never run out of charge.

If you are one of those who are annoyed by the very need to charge their gadgets and whose phone charge is constantly at 1%, AirPodsnot for you.

9. Is it convenient to travel with new headphones?

As one of our colleagues said, she is still a fan of regular EarPods, because the issue of constant charging gives her discomfort. Before her last flight to Los Angeles, she fully charged her AirPods, and there wasn't enough charge to last the entire flight. This means that she had to constantly stop to recharge in the case. According to her, it was not too tedious, but anyone who wants to buy a new product should keep this in mind.

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10. Is there a risk of losing the headphones?

Actually, it depends on how forgetful you are. If you're careful enough, you can easily keep track of yoursAirPods. Just get into the habit of putting your headphones in their case when you're not using them, and keeping the case in your pocket or purse where they can be easily removed.

If you happen to lose one earphone from a pair, you can go to the Apple store and buy a new one for $60.

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11. Are AirPods worth buying?

We think thatAirPods beautiful, but created for a specific user with a specific set of requirements.

AirPods – headphones for you,…

* ... if you are a responsible person, in whose hands every new gadget does not break

* ... if you adore expensive things and passionately want to squander another amount of money

* … if you are a fan of minimalist things with quality design

*...if you are constantly on the phone in your car and are looking for a wireless solution with amazing sound quality that can be used as headphones

*...if you just want something outstanding and you're an iPhone user

But …

* ... if you're not looking for a way to spend money on essentially the same sound quality as the previous gadget, just pass by

Everyone was really looking forward to them, discussing what they would be like, evaluating photos of prototypes and body elements of future bestsellers that were regularly leaked from the manufacturing plant. Let's talk today about the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus. How do they make you feel – straight out of the box? After all, unpacking a brand new gadget is always a kind of discovery.

With awe of the unknown, every new owner strives to evaluate the smartphone with his own eyes and personally verify everything that the experts say. Of course, everyone has already seen from photos and numerous reviews what can be expected from the new flagships. But still, every time is like the first. Well, the treasured box is in front of you, let's get started!

"Two from the Casket"

So, the moment has come - unboxing the long-awaited new iPhone 6 (or 6 Plus).

The packaging of the popular Apple gadget this time turned out to be distinctly minimalistic. This is a simple box made of thick white cardboard, with a characteristic embossing in the center - in the form of the outlines of the smartphone itself - for size 6 or 6 Plus.

The name of the device is printed on the sides, with the company logo – an apple.

The inscriptions are made in a color that matches the “color” of the iPhone hidden in it.
On the back panel there is a quick description of the main characteristics: capacity, communication formats and manufacturer data.

Whether for the simple “six” or for the 6 Plus, the box is the same, it differs visually only in size. Removing the top cover, the glossy display of the smartphone immediately appears in all its glory.

It is clamped in a plastic tray so that the gadget does not dangle around the box when transporting or carrying. The tray is easily removed, revealing the rest of the package's contents.

What's in the set?

What is included in the basic kit? And this time the manufacturer did not please us with variety. Everything is standard: the iPhone itself, of the selected capacity, stereo headset - Apple EarPods, the same cable - Lightning Connector to USB, a special “clip” - for opening the nano-SIM card slot, a short user guide, small instructions, a standard charger - USB Power Adapter, and a couple of branded stickers.

Actually, the equipment remains the same, nothing has changed compared to the 5S, except, of course, the iPhone itself.
Traditionally, the company does not see the point in a permanent race for technical and technological “bells and whistles” in each of its subsequent models, as competitors do. After all, gigabytes of RAM or an abundance of pixels themselves are of little significance to the user. Much more important is how the smartphone works in general, how reliable, durable and protected it is. And from a financial point of view, it is not practical to repurpose production lines for the production of new accessories every time. Why reinvent a wheel if everything already works great? Many innovations have limited areas of application, and so far provide little benefit for most users - the time has simply not come for them yet.

More about accessories

The included headphones are a great addition to the iPhone (the same for both the 6 and 6 Plus). They are neatly folded in a compact plastic case.

Designed for a standard 3.5 mm port. The sound quality in them is always high, the low frequencies are especially pleasant. Thanks to their special, slightly elongated shape, they fit perfectly into the ears, eliminating any discomfort. At the same time, power loss and sound dispersion are minimal.
For comfortable listening to audio and video files, the headphones are equipped with a volume control with smooth control. They have a built-in microphone and a compact control panel for receiving or making calls. If you buy them separately, they will cost 1990.00 rubles.

As for the cable, many expected to see an updated double-sided USB connector in the “sixes” package, which Apple had previously patented, however, hopes were not justified. He remained the same.

The Lightning cable is used in the iPhone for several purposes at once: for synchronization with other devices - it provides the fastest transfer (or exchange) of data from/to a PC, and for recharging from it, and also serves as a wire for the power adapter - when charging 6 or 6 Plus from a regular outlet. This is such a universal accessory.

Separately, it is worth noting that it is mandatory to use only a branded lightning cable. If you have lost (or damaged) it, we strongly recommend purchasing only the original one. Since otherwise it is simply impossible to fully use the full potential of a smartphone, downloading auxiliary software via a PC. Plus, without it, you won't be able to access the app store that Apple is so famous for. And for a moment, it already contains more than 1.3 million adapted offers, and many of them are free.
Some cheap fakes simply do not support the data transfer function, get very hot, and can lead to fire or damage to the smartphone. Is it worth the risk? Moreover, the cable is available for order in the AppStore at a very reasonable price. And you can always order a new or additional cable (for recharging the battery at work, for example) for 1290.00 rubles - a meter, or for 1990.00 rubles. - two meters.

Power Adapter is a necessary attribute for charging an iPhone, rated at five watts. And new iPhones will have to be charged frequently, since, despite significant optimization of software and hardware, their large monitors consume a lot of energy. And if the 6 Plus will last up to two days, thanks to a powerful battery with a capacity of 2915 mAh, then the iPhone 6 will most likely only last until the evening, with its 1810 mAh. And you will probably need to charge it at night.
It is noteworthy that, despite the significantly “increased” capacities, power adapters for them are still supplied with a modest 1 ampere of input current. Although the whole process usually takes about two hours - if the “power supply” comes from the network. Not that long.
You can buy yourself a spare charging unit for 1,290 rubles (just choose an adapted model, with a plug for European standards).

To insert (replace) a nano-SIM card, a special “clip” is provided.

Many people claim that it is not included in the kit, but it is attached to the envelope with instructions.

It is inserted into the hole at the end of the iPhone, and with a light pressure the receiving slot pops out.

This is what the complete set of 6 or 6 Plus should be like.

Each iPhone, being a flagship smartphone, comes with a high-quality set of accessories. Model 10 is no exception. When purchasing a device, the buyer receives a smartphone, an original charger cord, an AC adapter and a wired headset. Many users of Apple smartphones speak positively about the quality of the headset. Progress does not stand still, and the company has released wireless headphones to the consumer market.

What headphones are included with the new flagships?

When purchasing an official licensed iPhone 8 model in a store, the buyer receives a sealed box. In addition to the smartphone of the selected model, there is a headset inside. It is worth paying attention to what headphones are included with the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. They have the following characteristics:

• model: EarPods;
• type: earbuds;
• connection: wired;
• volume control: yes;
• frequency range: 20-20000 Hz;
• microphone: yes;
• connection: wire length - 1.2 m;
• weight: 10 g;
• White color.

The headphones included in the package are connected via a special connector - Lighting. This is a special intermediate node for the iPhone's unified interface. Users note that compared to the previous version, EarPods have richer bass.

With the announcement of the new model, the audience of Apple product users had questions about what headphones would be included with the iPhone X. Moreover, since the release of the previous version, a rumor has appeared that wireless AirPods will subsequently appear in the factory packaging of smartphones. However, the manufacturer denied this information, and buyers of the next iPhone found the same EarPods in the boxes.

Rumors about wireless headphones included with the iPhone

AirPods are a wireless headset that communicates with your device via Bluetooth technology. Immediately after their appearance on the market, they quickly gained popularity. This was largely due to the fact that the headset had the same open earbuds that fit comfortably in the ears. The convenience of a special charging box was noted, which increases the operating time of the headset. The quality of transmitted sound has increased, especially at mid and super high frequencies.

In 2016, a strong opinion spread on the Internet that a new wireless development would be part of the delivery package of the new iPhone, but the cost of the purchase would increase. Experts and marketers were confident that such a step would increase the popularity of the new line of devices, especially after the decision, which was received ambiguously by the community - the abandonment of the classic 3.5 mm jack.

However, rumors about Apple wireless headphones for the iPhone 8 remain just rumors, as is the case with the iPhone 10. The wireless accessory is purchased separately, and Apple is in no hurry to make it part of the set of its flagship devices.

Main characteristics of the devices:

The main features of the new iPhone models will be several things. Firstly, previously unknown water resistance: the smartphone is protected from dust and moisture getting inside the case according to the IP67 standard.

Secondly, the 3.5mm headphone jack has been removed from the device. Now you will have to listen to music through the Lightning connector, through which charging also occurs. Apple has developed new wireless headphones especially for this, but you won’t have to give up Lightning either: a special “Lightning to minijack” adapter will be included with the purchase of the iPhone 7. The smartphone also has built-in stereo speakers on the front of the case.

iPhone 7 has the best camera among all Apple devices: 12 megapixels with f 1/1.8 aperture and optical image stabilization. The front camera has 7 megapixels. The iPhone 7 Plus will have two cameras. One of them is wide-angle, and the other has a long-focus lens that “zooms in” on the image. You can switch between cameras while shooting. In addition, the iPhone 7 got rid of the minimum storage capacity of 16 GB. It was replaced by 32 GB, and the maximum increased to 256 GB. The line of colors for the iPhone case has also changed a little: Space Gray has disappeared, and Jet Black has appeared.

In addition, the Home button now has Force Touch functionality and no longer needs to be pressed.

When will the iPhone 7 come out and how much will it cost?

The average cost of an iPhone will be $649 for the iPhone 7 32 GB, the iPhone 7 Plus will cost more – starting from $749. Russia has entered the second wave of distribution of Apple's smartphone, and it will go on sale starting September 23. In countries of the first wave - from September 16.

Wireless headphones

Included with the iPhone 7, Apple showed a demo of new wireless headphones that should erase all mention of the 3.5mm jack. The headphones come with a special case that charges the headphones. This case serves as a portable charger for your headphones. The EarPods themselves will work without recharging for about five hours, and the case for them will last about a day. The headphones can work in conjunction with a smartphone, Apple Watch smartwatch and all Apple devices via iCloud. You can control them using the Siri voice assistant. The device also supports a microphone function for conversations.

Apple AirPods will cost $159.

At the 2016 presentation, Apple presented not only the seventh generation of iconic smartphones, but also wireless headphones for the iPhone 7.

Cupertino decided to completely change the concept of connecting a headset to a phone. There is no 3.5 mm jack.

As an alternative, it was proposed to use original wired headphones that connect to the Lightning port, or AirPods.

Let's take a closer look at how wireless headphones work and why they should be used instead of a regular headset.

Contents:

Equipment

The headphone package includes a minimum number of elements. At first glance, the contents of the box seem meager for such a considerable cost of the product, however, there is everything necessary for comfortable work.

The box itself is made of durable cardboard, which many users prefer to use as additional storage space for the headset.

The package includes:

• Case. It is also a charger;
• Lightning cable;
• User manual.

To recharge the headphones, just place them in the plastic case. Please note that you must use a Lightning cable to pre-charge the case's battery.

Appearance

Externally, the new headset is very similar to the familiar EarPods wired headphones.

In terms of shape, the wireless device is slightly thicker and fits better in the ears. The engineers first of all made sure that the chance of losing the gadget while wearing it was minimized.

More voluminous type of headphones This is explained not only by the desire to make them reliable, but also by the presence of a built-in battery, microphone and a large number of other parts that are responsible for the interaction of the gadget with mobile devices.

One of the main components of the headphones is the W1 chip, which completely controls the operation of the headset - from monitoring the charge level to connecting with any devices.

Also, the headphones have a proximity sensor. Its task is to determine whether the headphones are inserted into the user's ears.

Appearance of the plastic box Internet users have already dubbed it “like a box for dental floss.” In fact, the shape of such a case is very practical and convenient.

Inside the box for each of the headphones there is a special compartment that secures them firmly and at the same time charges them.

As soon as you place the headset in the plastic case, it automatically recharges. The box works on the same principle as usual, so you first need to charge it and then place the headphones inside.

It should be noted that the headphones are fixed in a plastic box using a magnet, which is built into the bottom of the box.

Thus, they will never fall out of their storage location, unless they hit a hard surface hard.

There is virtually no play in the housing cover, and the hinge itself is made of metal for even greater reliability. Also, the lid closes with a built-in magnet.

Price

AirPods do not belong to the category of democratic gadgets. Otherwise, this is a normal thing for Apple products. In Russia, you can purchase headphones at official sales points for 13,000 rubles .

On American sites the scene is $159 .

The cost is really impressive, however, for your money you will get really high-quality headphones that cannot be compared with well-known Bluetooth headset models from, or.

If you lose one of the headphones, you can purchase it separately for $69. This price includes only one earphone, without plastic box and charging cable.

Device support

The presented wireless headphones work with both new and earlier generations of smartphones and tablets from Apple.

The official list of supported devices is as follows:

By releasing AirPods, Apple decided not to limit itself only to supporting its devices. The headphones can be easily connected to any other Android smartphone. The only difference is the reduction in functionality.

AirPods interact with officially supported devices not only via a Bluetooth connection, but also at the OS software level.

With “non-native” gadgets, there is no function of connecting through the menu or instantly stopping the track after turning off the headset.

How do they work?

The principle of operation of AirPods is quite simple. You turn on Bluetooth on your phone and the devices automatically connect to each other. Using a wireless headset, you can listen to music, record sound, and make calls.

There is no need to use any additional adapters. The only thing you should pay attention to is the charging level of the headphones.

They turn off immediately after the battery life is exhausted. To recharge, simply place the headset in the plastic case.

Built-in sensors and diodes

Two sensors are visible on the edges of each of the headphones, with the help of which the device “understands” when the user inserts it into the ear or puts it on charge.

To stop playback, simply put one of the headphones aside. To “deceive” the gadget, you can hide it in your palm.

And the microphone interacts perfectly with each other for incoming and outgoing calls. The sound of an incoming call is automatically redirected to the headset.

Inside the charging case there is a diode with which you can monitor the status of the headset without connecting it to a smartphone. If the LED starts blinking red, you need to put the headphones on to charge. The activation of the charging process is indicated by the green light of the diode.

Connection toiPhone

Let's look at how to set up the first connection of wireless headphones to your iPhone.

First, make sure that your mobile device has a newer firmware version installed. Older versions of the operating system do not support interaction with headphones.

Apple has organized the most convenient and fast interaction between the phone and the headset. The user only needs to charge the plastic headphone box, put the headset in it and charge it.

Follow the instructions:

• When the headphones are at least slightly charged, unlock your smartphone, place it near the docking station and turn on Bluetooth;
• On iPhone screen a dialog box will appear immediately with data from detected AirPods;
• Click on “Connect”;

• The connection will take less than a second. As a result, detailed information about the headset will appear on the screen. In this window you can control the remaining battery life of both the plastic buck itself and the headphones. To start using AirPods, click on the “Done” button.

Now you can play any music or video on your phone. The sound will be played through the headphones. If you receive a call, the gadget will automatically turn off the music and turn on the built-in microphone.

Also, users noted an interesting feature of the operation of wireless headphones. AirPods can sync with your alarm clock. When the signal is triggered, it plays both from the phone's speakers and through the headphones.

Control Features

If the user removes one earbud from their ears, music playback will be paused automatically . An excellent solution from Apple, because often we take one of the wired headphones out of our ears to hear the other person. With AirPods, the song, video, will be paused, and you will be able to hear the other person without skipping a track or taking your smartphone out of your pocket.

Removing all headphones from ears ends file playback .

To select wireless headphones as a sound source, click on the microphone icon and in the list that opens, click on AirPods. Now speak any command and wait for it to complete.

The audio of all incoming calls is automatically sent to AirPods. For outgoing calls, the user can select the talk mode. At the dialing stage, there is a button to switch between the iPhone speakers and the wireless headset.

Connection toApple Watch

AirPods work not only with smartphones and tablets, but also with Apple smartwatches. You can connect a wireless headset to any watch model, regardless of its generation. You only need to update the IOS firmware to version 10 or 11.

Many users prefer to use AirPods with Apple Watch. since in combination these two devices work as a full-fledged music player, which is convenient to take with you to the gym or on a trip.

Before connecting the headphones, we recommend downloading music and adding it to the watch’s memory. To do this, add your favorite tracks to the “Music” section on your iPhone/iPad and synchronize your watch with your phone. In the window "My watch" select field "Music" and set up a connection with your smartphone.

Remember! Phone and smartwatch data will only be synced if the watch is connected to a charger.

Follow the instructions:

1 Make sure the headphones are charged;

2 In the clock settings window click on the “Bluetooth” field and in the available devices section select AirPods;

3 On your watch, go to the main menu and click on the Music application icon;

4 In the playback source selection field click on the headphones icon;

5 Play any music track and enjoy your wireless headset.

Connection withAndroid-devices

One of the advantages of Apple's wireless headset is its interaction with devices that work. To connect your gadget to headphones, just open your phone settings, go to the Bluetooth settings window and select AirPods from the list of available devices.

It is worth noting that operation of the headset with third-party operating systems may be accompanied by slight background noise immediately after connecting the headset.

Sound

The sound of AirPods is much better than that of EarPods. The hardware component of a wireless headset differs significantly from its wired counterpart.

Despite the fact that all differ in the presence of noise, Apple managed to create a model that is devoid of these shortcomings (if you use the headset with compatible Apple technology).

AirPods users report a more “matte” and clear sound when compared to wired headphones. Testing the sound of music of different genres and directions showed that the bass is heard well, the performer’s vocals are clear, and acoustic tracks and classical melodies are reproduced volumetrically and pleasantly for the listener.

The playback quality is the same for both music from the library and files from streaming services and third-party sites.

Operating time and usage experience

Apple says that the operating time of the headphones in activity mode reaches 5 hours . As you know, company representatives have never tried to exaggerate the operating capabilities of their devices.

AirPods users actually note that the headphones are discharged after 5 hours of continuous listening to music.

In 5 hours you can listen to an average of 5 music albums, which is an excellent indicator for the autonomy of a wireless headset.

Function "Fast charging" allows you to fully charge the headset in 15-20 minutes. You can view the battery and dock status indicator by connecting the headphones to the phone.

It should be noted that AirPods not protected from moisture . Testing has shown that the headset does not break during a walk in the rain or after visiting the gym. But you don’t need to swim with your headphones in – this will leave them in a condition beyond repair.

Some users note that due to the strong magnet, the headphones are quite difficult to pull out. You won't be able to do this with one hand, because you first need to turn the plastic holder down and pull the headphones hard.

In general, they do not cause discomfort and provide a reliable mount for the gadget.

The design of the gadget does not imply strong sound insulation, so you should not expect a vacuum effect from the headphones. Even with the volume of the song being played at a high volume, you will be able to hear voices quite well in a crowded place.

It should also be noted that it is inconvenient to use Siri in a crowded place. If you control the assistant through a headset and are in a crowded area, the commands will be poorly recognized, because the AirPods will simultaneously record the voices of other people and extraneous noise.

Many users also note the convenience of fully automatic operation of the headphones. They don't need to be turned on or off all the time. The gadget itself will understand when to stop playing or pause the track.