If you need to save for a bit longer, trust me – it'll be worth it. In fact, the second generation AirPods Pro are so good, that there's only one thing I want from the next version – and, yes, it's USB-C charging, please!
AirPods Pro 2 feature a new low-distortion driver, similar to Beats Fit Pro, and an upgraded amplifier. Apple claims this combo delivers greater detail and clarity across the full frequency range. And there is a definite improvement that even casual listeners will notice.
Apple says the second-generation AirPods Pro reduce noise by sampling incoming sound at 48,000 times per second. Transparency mode has been updated with an Adaptive Transparency feature that is designed to reduce loud environmental noise without blocking out all sound.
The AirPods Pro (2nd generation)—aka AirPods Pro 2—add new features, a boost in battery life, and a full makeover for active noise canceling and transparency mode. While the design is nearly identical, under the surface, Apple's got a whole new bag.
Your AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd generation), AirPods (3rd generation), MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation), Lightning Charging Case for AirPods (3rd generation), and MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods Pro (2nd generation) are water and sweat resistant, but they are not waterproof or sweatproof.
Apple AirPods Pro Noise Cancelling and Transparency
Apple says that the new H2 chip cancels twice as much noise as the previous generation, and we've found this to be pretty accurate. Switch noise cancelling on and there's an immediate sensation of the din of the world around you disappearing.
With AirPods Pro 2, Apple has improved the Charging Case by adding a U1 chip for Precision Finding with Find My. This means there is a speaker built into the case that can emit a sound to help you locate it.
Charge the AirPods or AirPods Pro case
Wireless charging case: For AirPods (2nd generation) or AirPods (3rd generation) with a wireless charging case, or AirPods Pro (all generations), place the case with the status light facing up on the center of a MagSafe wireless charger or a Qi-certified charger.
The AirPods Pro 2 also have the advantage of a better fit. Apple's higher-end buds feature a set of swappable silicon tips that rest firmly inside of your ear, which feel more secure and comfortable than the all-plastic AirPods 3.
That's double the playtime of the original AirPods Pro. Apple only recently increased battery life, giving the AirPods 3 up to 6 hours (30 hours with charging case) and the AirPods Pro 2 between 5.5 and 7 hours (30-34 hours with charging case), depending on how you use the buds.
If you can't get a good seal, try adjusting the AirPod or switch to a larger ear tip. If the ear tip feels too large in your ear or is uncomfortable, try a smaller ear tip. You can buy a new set of ear tips from the Apple Online Store for your AirPods Pro (1st generation) or your AirPods Pro (2nd generation).
With an in-ear design, AirPods Pro (gen 1 and 2) can become dirty more quickly than AirPods. But cleaning them is easy enough when you know what to avoid and what materials/tools are best.
If you're constantly on the go and tend to be rough with your things, then it's probably a good idea to invest in a case to help protect your AirPods. On the other hand, if you're generally careful with your belongings and don't do a lot of physical activity, then you may not need a case for your AirPods.
The AirPods (2nd generation) are similar, getting to a full charge having been popped inside their case for around 20 minutes, according to Music Critic. On the other hand, it can take roughly an hour to fully charge the AirPods Pro, which is probably also true for the newer AirPods (3rd generation).
Second generation
The second-generation AirPods Pro were announced at an Apple media event on September 7, 2022, and were released on September 23, 2022. They use an updated H2 chip with Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, and feature improved sound quality and noise cancellation, and longer battery life.
The AirPods Pro Bluetooth effective range oscillates between 20 and 50 feet (6 meters and 15 meters) Their Bluetooth 5.0 technology has a theoretical range of 131 feet indoors (40 meters) and up to 800 feet outdoors (240 meters) However, in practice, these values are decreased by real-life interferences: walls, poorly ...
These findings demonstrate that the new Adaptive Transparency feature in the AirPods Pro 2 reduces ambient noise exceeding 85 dBA when in Transparency mode, bringing the volume down to around 82-85 dB and resulting in a more comfortable and safer listening experience.
This has to do with the manufacturing process. The silicone tips have no smell initially, but silicone is highly absorbant to smells/VOC's. The case is off-gassing into the silicone while the Airpods are charging, and we are smelling the off-gassing from the silicone when they are removed.
Control audio with your AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
To skip back, triple-press the Touch control. To turn the volume up or down, place your thumb on the stem of either AirPod, and use your index finger to swipe up or down on the Touch control.
With multiple charges in your case, you get up to 30 hours of listening time,1 or up to 24 hours of talk time. Your AirPods Pro (2nd generation) can get up to 6 hours of listening time (up to 5.5 hours with Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled)3 or up to 4.5 hours of talk time on a single charge.
Sometimes, the airpods pro 2's ANC gets tuned down and you hear more of constant background noise like fans. The ANC will go back to max if you play loud white noise through your phone's speakers and you can feel the pressure change. You then get total silence until it slowly weakens again.