AirPods (2nd generation) Review – All You Need to Know

1. 1. AirPods (2nd generation) is a pair of high-end Apple earbuds with a special surround sound that offers the ultimate listening experience.
   2. AirPods (2nd generation) give you the companionship of your favorite music beats whether you are flying, or walking along the street shielding you from the hustle and bustle around you.
   3. This is an AirPods (2nd generation) review detailing the price, specs, and features.
   4. Read on for information on AirPods (2nd generation) charging case, AirPods (2nd generation) controls, and AirPods (2nd generation) noise canceling.
   5. We outline details about the AirPods (2nd generation) battery life, compatibility, and AirPods (2nd generation) sensors.

 

 

AirPods (2nd generation) price in Kenya (KSh 19,500)

1. 1. The AirPods (2nd generation) cost KSh 19,500 on Jumia.
   2. You can also buy from Apple Kenya Store.

 

 

Also read: AirPods Pro Review – All You Need to Know

 

 

 

 

AirPods (2nd generation) charging case (battery life)

1. 1. Each of the AirPods has a battery that cumulatively gives you up to 5 hours of playtime.
   2. The power can go for at least half of the day listening to music, watching, calling, or gaming before looking to recharge.
   3. The handy charging case provides more than 24 hours to keep you going throughout the day.
   4. AirPods (2nd generation) battery life varies depending on the volume level you use.
   5. You can recharge the earbuds in an instant through wireless charging.
   6. The LED indicator on the front of the case lets you know that your AirPods are charging.

 

 

AirPods (2nd generation) connection

1. 1. AirPods (2nd generation) earbuds are connected to your phone through Bluetooth 5.0 technology.
   2. AirPods connect immediately, and sound seamlessly switches between your iPhone, Mac, and iPad.

 

 

AirPods (2nd generation) controls

1. 1. AirPods (2nd generation) is fitted with a force sensor that gives precise control over what is playing in your ears.
   2. You can press the sensor to play, pause, and skip through songs, or answer and end calls.
   3. Press once to play, pause, or answer a phone call.
   4. Press twice to skip forward and three times to skip back.

 

 

 

AirPods (2nd generation) compatibility

1. 1. The AirPods (2nd generation) are compatible with all iOS devices including;
      1. 1. iPhones
         2. Apple Watches
         3. iPads
         4. MacBooks
         5. Apple TV 4K
         6. Apple TV HD¹²
   2.  Android does not appear on the AirPods (2nd generation) compatibility.

 

 

 

 

Can you charge AirPods (2nd generation) wirelessly?

1. 1. With the available Wireless Charging Case, charging is as simple as placing the AirPods case on a Qi-certified charging mat.
   2. When away from a charging mat, you can use the Lightning port to charge.

 

 

 

Does AirPods (2nd generation) have Dolby Atoms?

No.

 

 

AirPods (2nd generation) color and dimensions

1. 1. The AirPods (2nd generation) are made in white color.
   2. The Airpods weigh 4 grams each, with 40.5 mm in height and 16.5 mm in width.
   3. The charging case weighs 38.2 grams with 53.5 mm in height and 44.3 mm in width.

 

 

 

AirPods (2nd generation) noise canceling

AirPods (2nd generation) do not have noise cancellation and transparency modes.

 

 

 

Is AirPods (2nd generation) water-proof?

1. 1. AirPods (2nd generation) earbuds are made in such a way that you can work out with them on, as well as walk in the rain while listening to music.
   2. The waterproof capability makes them resistant to rain and sweat.
   3. Both AirPods and the Charging Case are rated IPX4 which also makes them ideal for early morning runs and any other exercise.

 

 

 

AirPods (2nd generation) sensors

1. 1. AirPods (2nd generation) is fitted with a force sensor that gives precise control over what is playing in your ears.
   2. An enhanced skin-detect sensor knows the difference between your ear and other surfaces, so audio only plays when you are wearing AirPods.
   3. The audio pauses when the earbuds are in your pocket or on a table.
   4. The motion-detecting accelerometer helps you track down your AirPods.
   5. You can know how close they are and get separation alerts if they’re out of Bluetooth range.
   6. Speech-detecting accelerometer helps you locate your AirPods by having them play a sound so you can locate them.
   7. Optical sensors and motion accelerometers work together to automatically control the microphones for phone calls and enable AirPods to play sound as soon as they’re in your ears.

 

 

Also read: AirPods (3rd generation) Review – All You Need to Know

 

 

 

AirPods (2nd generation) clear voice and video calls

1. 1. Covered in a special acoustic mesh, an inset microphone in each earbud minimizes wind noise when you are on a call.
   2. The speech-detecting accelerometer recognizes when you’re speaking and works with a pair of beamforming microphones to filter out external noise and focus on the sound of your voice.
   3. This makes your voice always heard loud and clear.

 

 

 

 

 

Other AirPods available in the Apple Store Kenya include;

1. 1. AirPods Pro

   2. AirPods (3rd generation)