AirPods are wireless Bluetooth earbuds created by Apple. They were first released on December 13, 2016, with a 2nd generation released in 2019 and the premium AirPods Pro released later that year. Within two years, they became Apple’s most popular accessory, turning into a critical success and viral sensation.[3][4]
In addition to playing audio, AirPods feature a built-in microphone that filters out background noise, which allows phone calls and talking to Apple’s digital assistant, Siri. Additionally, built-in accelerometers and optical sensors can detect taps (e.g. double-tap to pause audio) and in-ear placement, which enables automatic pausing when they are taken out of the ears.[5]
On March 20, 2019, Apple released the 2nd generation AirPods, which feature the H1 chip, longer talk time, and hands-free “Hey Siri” support. An optional wireless charging case was added in the offerings.
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Accessory: Airpod | Color: White
