best transparency mode earbuds

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• 32+ hour Bluetooth playtime
• IP55 sweat and water-resistant
• Secure ear hook sport design
• Dual connect, use either earbud independently
• 3 EQ sound settings and C3 clear calling
• Slim charging case with integrated charging cable
• Weight: .2 Pounds
• Water Resistance: Water-Resistant, Sweat-Resistant
• Ear Cushion Material: Silicon
• Electronics Condition: New
• Estimated Charge Time: 32 Hours
• Electronics Features: In-Ear Speaker, Automatic Pairing, Sweat-Resistant, Built-In Microphone

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• speed
  4.3 out of 5
• features
  4.3 out of 5
• ease of use
  4.3 out of 5
• display
  4.3 out of 5

• WORLD’S BEST IN-EAR ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION—Reduces up to 2x more unwanted noise than AirPods Pro 2 so you can stay fully immersed in the moment.¹
• BREAKTHROUGH AUDIO PERFORMANCE—Experience breathtaking, three-dimensional audio with AirPods Pro 3. A new acoustic architecture delivers transformed bass, detailed clarity so you can hear every instrument, and stunningly vivid vocals.
• HEART RATE SENSING—Built-in heart rate sensing lets you track your heart rate and calories burned for up to 50 different workout types.² With iPhone, you have access to the Move ring, step count, and the new Workout Buddy,⁶ powered by Apple Intelligence.⁷
• LIVE TRANSLATION—Communicate across languages using Live Translation,³ enabled by Apple Intelligence.⁷ EXTENDED BATTERY LIFE—Get up to 8 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation on a single charge.⁸ Or up to 10 hours in Transparency using the Hearing Aid feature.⁹
• SECURE IN-EAR FIT—All-new ear tips, now in five sizes, provide a more secure, personalized fit and better audio performance across the board.⁴
• HEARING HEALTH—Take a Hearing Test in the comfort of your home.¹⁰ Use the Hearing Aid feature,¹¹ now with automatic Conversation Boost, for clearer communication.¹² And active Hearing Protection helps prevent exposure to loud environmental noise.¹³
• Weight: 1.55 Ounces
• Water Resistance: Sweat-Resistant
• Ear Cushion Material: ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
• Electronics Features: Live Translation, Volume Control, Wireless Charging, Adjustable Ear Buds
• Connection Type: USB-C
• Wireless Technology: Bluetooth

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• display
  4 out of 5
• speed
  4 out of 5
• ease of use
  3.9 out of 5
• features
  3.9 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.
• 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.²
• IMPROVED SOUND AND CALL QUALITY—AirPods 4 feature the Apple-designed H2 chip. Voice Isolation improves the quality of phone calls in loud conditions.¹ 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. ³ And with Siri Interactions,¹ now you can respond to Siri by simply nodding your head yes or shaking your head no.1 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.⁴ 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.⁵
• LONG BATTERY LIFE—Get up to 5 hours of listening time on a single charge.⁶ And get up to 30 hours of total listening time using the case.⁷
• REDESIGNED CASE—The Charging Case comes with USB-C charging capabilities and is more than 10 percent smaller by volume than the previous generation.⁸
• 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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• 35+ hours playtime: 8+ hours in earbuds and 3 full charges from the case
• Dual Connect – use each earbud independently or use both together. A built-in MEMS microphone in each bud ensures clear calls.
• Small and compact design to fit in your pocket, they are 15% smaller than the GO Air and 40% lighter
• JLab App connectivity. Control all aspects of EQ, enable Be Aware Mode and more with the new JLab App
• Touch controls for volume and tracks, play/pause, answering calls and activating your smart assistant
• Sweat + splashproof with an IPX4 rating
• Weight: .15 Pounds
• Water Resistance: Water-Resistant, Sweat-Resistant
• Ear Cushion Material: Silicone
• Estimated Charge Time: 2 Hours
• Connection Type: No Wired Connection Ports
• Wireless Technology: Bluetooth

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• quality
  4 out of 5
• value
  4 out of 5

• Unlike traditional, circular earbuds, the design of the EarPods is defined by the geometry of the ear
• Makes them more comfortable for more people than any other earbud-style headphones
• The speakers inside the EarPods have been engineered to maximize sound output and minimize sound loss
• The EarPods also include a built-in remote
• Adjust the volume, control the playback of music and video, and answer or end calls with a pinch of the cord
• Weight: .38 Pounds
• Water Resistance: Water-Resistant
• Ear Cushion Material: ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
• Cable/Cord Length: 3 Feet
• Electronics Features: Call Functionality, Volume Control, Built-In Microphone, Enhanced Bass
• Connection Type: Apple Lightning Connector