With an optional wireless charging case, support for 'Hey Siri,' and faster performance, Apple's new AirPods feel even more convenient to use than before.
, marking the company's first update to the product since it launched at the end of 2016. The new model brings a couple of noteworthy changes, including support for"Hey Siri," improved performance that makes switching between devices more seamless, and the option to purchase the earbuds with a wireless charging-compatible case. The new and improvedwill cost $199 if you choose to purchase them with the wireless charging case and $159 if you buy them with the standard case.
Taken together, these changes feel like a half-step forward for Apple's already great wireless earbuds that make them perform even better. The new features are welcome additions that bring a new level of convenience to Apple'sOf all the updates Apple has made in its second-generation AirPods, I've found"Hey Siri" support to be the most useful. On the new, you can summon Siri by simply saying that phrase, just like you can on your iPhone.
Being able to just say a command like,"Hey Siri, set a timer for 15 minutes," or"Hey Siri, what's next on my calendar?" without having to double tap has made the experience feel more fluid and easy, especially if my hands are busy cooking or folding laundry.
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