Apple, as usual, launches products that in a very short time obtain incredible approval in the market, not only from the firm's most followers. It's happened with all iPhones, iPads and Macs, but lately the same thing has happened with their new wireless headphones: the AirPods.
This is the evolution of the traditional Apple Pods. Headphones that connect via Bluetooth to the device in order to receive the signal from the device. They have a very interesting design that makes them easy to identify, and that many companies have begun to imitate in a very short time.
However, there are many alternatives to Apple AirPods very interesting. Alternatives that can gain in sound quality or in the quality/price ratio they offer. Today we are going to talk about some of these alternatives so that you take them into account if you are hesitating to buy the Apple option.
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SoundPeats Truefree
For those who do not want to spend too much money on wireless headphones and want something with a good quality/price ratio, but who do not need excessive sound quality, the SoundPeats brand has some very aesthetically interesting wireless in-ear headphones. And while they don't have impeccable sound, their quality is more than decent for the price they are offered for.
By as low as € 29,99 You can get these headphones on Amazon (even cheaper if you use the €6 discount code that they offer on their same page on Amazon, which can be seen in the product description). They use Bluetooth 5.0 technology to connect, offering up to 3 hours of playback.
Those people who plan to use them for exercise do not have to worry about sweat falling on them since they have IPX4 protection against water. In addition, their weight is only 30 g, and they have a tiny size that barely protrudes when placed in the ear. They have a built-in microphone to answer calls and are stored in a charging dock with micro-USB connection.
Sony WF-1000x
When it comes to seeking the highest possible sound quality, Sony WF-1000X They are the most attractive for fans of audio quality. They have a very striking appearance and their design is very comfortable once placed in the ear.
The Sony WF-1000X can be used independently of each other. Both have a power button for when you do not need to use one of the two, as well as to turn both off if you want to save battery.
Its autonomy is 3 hours of music on a single charge, and its charging dock is capable of storing 9 hours of battery for when it is necessary to recharge them. As with the other headphones on the list, it makes use of technology Bluetooth 5.0 to connect to the device and offers great stability, as well as having a microphone to use it as hands-free.
The great benefits of Sony headphones are found in their audio quality and noise cancellation technology, which not only makes them an ideal device for listening to music but also for being able to use them as hands-free during calls.
Xiaomi Mi AirDots
When it comes to talking about alternatives to an Apple product, Xiaomi will always have an option for it. In this case it is about the Xiaomi Mi AirDots, small headphones for those people who want to enjoy music from their devices wirelessly. In addition, they have a built-in microphone so you can answer calls with them.
The Mi Dots are ergonomic but not exactly small. They stand out when placed in the ear and are not designed for sports, so it is not the best option to take into account to be able to use them when doing intense physical activity.
They offer up to 5 hours of music through a single earphone and 4 hours of music through both. Its control is really simple and it can be controlled by touching the headphones, being able to control the music or answer calls without touching the phone. The Mi Dots are included in a charging box with up to 12 hours of charging with a micro USB port.
Currently these wireless headphones have not left China, so they can only be purchased in stores in the Asian giant. They can be purchased both on Gearbest and on Aliexpress, the latter being the one that offers the best prices to users, corresponding to the price with which they have seen the light in the Chinese market, without extra costs.
The AirDots from Xiaomi are a very good option, at an affordable price. However, in a short time the company will present its Xiaomi Mi TrueWireless, in-ear headphones very similar to Apple's AirPods, also with a knockdown price and with qualities that can compete head-to-head with Apple's option but at a fraction of the price.
Samsung Gear IconX
Samsung is a company that likes to bet on all possible sectors, it seems to be a common practice among Asian multinationals. But South Koreans, when they get into something, do it head-on. This is demonstrated by their Gear IconX 2018.
These wireless in-ear headphones offer a very pleasant experience. So far all the headphones we have talked about require you to have the terminal on you. The Gear IconX, on the other hand, allow you to leave your cell phone at home since you can load music on them, and they have 4 GB of memory to be able to store music and thus avoid having to depend on the mobile phone.
Its internal memory does not eliminate its good connection to devices thanks to Bluetooth 4.2 technology. These Gear IconX 2018 can be found both in physical stores and in online stores such as Amazon or others in the sector.
Bragi Dash Pro
Hardware alone is not enough to make a device the best if the software is not well optimized. This has been demonstrated by many companies over time and now it is done Bragi with his Dash Pro.
Bragi has managed to create headphones with exceptional audio quality, accompanied by software to match so that users can personalize the experience. These headphones have the same design as The Dash, although they have improved their Bluetooth connectivity and autonomy, offering up to 5 hours listening. Its charging dock, however, offers up to 30 hours of charging, so it can be charged whenever it is needed.
The DashPro They are much more than just headphones. After installing the company's official application (available for iOS and Android) you can discover all its functions. Among them is the fact that they can be used as activity monitors, you can create shortcuts with finger movements on the headphones, use Alexa and much more.
As you can see, they are the most complete headphones on the list, and the price goes with them, being the most expensive on the entire list, being able to be purchased in a few places and, in many cases, having to import them from the United States.
Bragi Dash Pro – Official website
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