best earbuds and in ear headphones

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• Custom acoustic architecture and updated drivers for powerful Beats sound.
• Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking.¹
• Ultralight ergonomic design for all-day comfort.
• Flex-grip headband and ergonomically angled, adjustable ear cups for a stable fit.
• UltraPlush ear cushions are designed for comfort and durability.
• Up to 50 hours of battery life.²
• Weight: .48 Pounds
• Water Resistance: No Water Resistance Rating
• Ear Cushion Material: Leatherette
• Estimated Charge Time: 10 Minutes
• Electronics Features: Built-In Microphone, Spatial Audio
• Connection Type: 3.5mm Jack, USB-C

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• display
  3.9 out of 5
• speed
  3.9 out of 5
• ease of use
  3.8 out of 5
• features
  3.8 out of 5

• REBUILT FOR COMFORT—AirPods 4 have been redesigned for exceptional all-day comfort and greater stability. With a refined contour, shorter stem, and quick-press controls for music or calls.
• ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION—AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation help reduce outside noise before it reaches your ears, so you can immerse yourself in what you’re listening to.²
• HEAR THE WORLD AROUND YOU—The powerful H2 chip comes to AirPods 4. Adaptive Audio seamlessly blends Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode—which lets you comfortably hear and interact with the world around you exactly as it sounds—to provide the best listening experience in any environment.¹ And when you’re speaking with someone nearby, Conversation Awareness automatically lowers the volume of what’s playing.³
• IMPROVED SOUND AND CALL QUALITY—Voice Isolation improves the quality of calls in loud conditions.³ Using advanced computational audio, it reduces background noise while isolating and clarifying the sound of your voice for whoever you’re speaking to.
• MAGICAL EXPERIENCE—Just say “Siri” or “Hey Siri” to play a song, make a call, or check your schedule.⁴ And with Siri Interactions,³ now you can respond to Siri by simply nodding your head yes or shaking your head no.³ Pair AirPods 4 by simply placing them near your device and tapping Connect on your screen. Easily share a song or show between two sets of AirPods.⁵ A skin-detecting sensor knows to play audio only when you’re wearing AirPods and pauses when you take them off. And you can track down your AirPods and Charging Case with the Find My app.⁶
• PERSONALIZED SPATIAL AUDIO—Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking places sound all around you, creating a theater-like listening experience for music, TV shows, movies, games, and more.⁷
• Weight: 32.3 Grams
• Water Resistance: Sweat-Resistant
• Ear Cushion Material: ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
• Electronics Condition: New
• Connection Type: USB-C
• Wireless Technology: Bluetooth

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• Weight: .65 Pounds
• Water Resistance: No Water Resistance Rating
• Ear Cushion Material: Leatherette
• Cable/Cord Length: 47.25 Inches
• Electronics Features: Stereo Speakers, Adjustable Headband
• Connection Type: 3.5mm Jack

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• Wired earbuds in a lightweight design for everyday use
• Features in-ear speakers with in-ear silicone tips and a built-in microphone
• Designed with a 46-inch-long cable for easy, hands-free usage
• Compatible with devices that accept a 3.5mm jack
• Weight: .5 Ounces
• Water Resistance: No Water Resistance Rating
• Ear Cushion Material: Silicone
• Cable/Cord Length: 46 Inches
• Electronics Features: In-Ear Speaker, Built-In Microphone
• Connection Type: 3.5mm Jack

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• Weight: .08 Pounds
• Water Resistance: No Water Resistance Rating
• Ear Cushion Material: Silicone
• Cable/Cord Length: 4 Feet
• Electronics Features: Lightweight Design, Adjustable Ear Buds
• Connection Type: 3.5mm Jack