I was really excited to try these new Airpods with Noise Cancellation because my over the ear Bose just failed due to moisture exposure. I already had the original Airpods and was a huge fan.
Pros:
- The Pro’s have 3 different sized soft ear pieces that you get to choose based on the size of your ear. This is an awesome new feature because the older models did not give you the ability for a comfortable fit. My daughters ears are just too small for the originals and she cannot comfortably utilize them.
- The new rubber ear tips do create a snugger fit in your ear canal, and I find this really keeps them in more securely while exercising. This is especially beneficial when enjoying winter activities because it would suck to lose one in deep snow.
- The sound is better than the originals, audiophiles will appreciate the deeper bass and tighter trebles.
- The noise cancelling works ok…. It’s better than not having the option while listening to music, but the cancellation pales in comparison to the Bose over the air styles that i’m accustomed to.
- Transparency Mode assists with hearing ambient sounds and conversation, but i felt that the original style Airpods allowed sufficient sound with its passive cancellation (Just physically blocking the sound).
- Smaller stick protruding out of your ear is nice!
- The smaller size is definitely more concealable for peeps concerned about style.
Cons:
- Removing the accelerometer control is idiotic!! Tapping my winter hat to pause/skip is awesome. Having to actually squeeze a smaller shaft to pause or skip a track is Idiotic. I find myself hanging up on people while simply adjusting the pods in my ears to provide better comfort. So frustrating!! Bring the “tap” back!!
- I find that they are more difficult to remove from the case as quickly as the original version. This has translated into more missed calls. The older style is just so easy to open and grab a bud quickly to use instead of speaker phone or holding the phone up to ear old school style.
- $250.00!! Crazy expensive!!
- Only available in one color; White. I would love to have a bright color in case of dropping a bud in the snow.
- I have noticed some bugs while using them, but i’m hopeful future software/firmware updates will eliminate them.
I do appreciate the new features but i do find myself carrying both sets and utilize them based on the situation. For a simple wireless connection for listening to music and answering calls while on the go, the originals are perfectly sufficient. If you are feeling super Gucci, buy a pair to have both. Ive been tempted to return the Airpod Pro’s because they are not all that much better than the originals, and I do find myself using them more because they are so easy to insert into the ear.
Bottom line: Buy both if you can swing it…. Ughhhhh lol
TOG 