AirPods

AirPods are a family of wireless Bluetooth earbuds from Apple Inc., designed for convenient pairing with Apple devices and hands-free control. Introduced in 2016, the lineup has expanded to include standard AirPods, AirPods Pro with active noise cancellation, and AirPods Max, a separate over-ear option. The standard AirPods emphasize portability and a stemmed design, while AirPods Pro add in-ear silicone tips, adaptive noise cancellation, transparency mode, and, on supported devices, spatial audio.

Key variants include AirPods (the basic models, including later generations), AirPods Pro (with or without newer features), and the higher-end AirPods Max. The third generation of standard AirPods brought a more compact profile and improvements in battery life, with charging cases offering wireless charging and MagSafe options on newer releases.

All AirPods models use Apple’s custom wireless chips (such as the H1 or later) to enable quick pairing, low-latency audio, and efficient power usage. Common features across models include automatic switching between Apple devices, Hey Siri voice control, and spatial audio with dynamic head tracking for compatible content. Pro models additionally provide active noise cancellation and a customizable fit.

Charging cases provide additional battery life and support wireless charging, with newer cases offering MagSafe compatibility. Apple typically states several hours of listening time per charge, with the case supplying multiple extra charges. AirPods are optimized for use with iPhone, iPad, and Mac, though they can pair with other Bluetooth-enabled devices; certain features may vary on non-Apple platforms. Find My support helps locate missing earbuds on Apple devices.