Testing conducted by Apple in March 2019 using preproduction Powerbeats Pro units and Powerbeats3 Wireless units and software paired with iPhone XS units and prerelease software. Testing consisted of transferring phone call audio from iPhone to Powerbeats Pro and Powerbeats3 Wireless. Performance depends on device settings, environment, and many factors. If you choose to activate Siri's always-on mic access, you can summon the voice assistant by saying, "Hey Siri," at any time. If you'd rather not have the mics listening at all times, holding the multifunction button down achieves the same result. In terms of sound quality, the Powerbeats have a decently wide soundstage and good overall clarity in the entire audio spectrum. They match what we've heard from other earbuds around this price point but there are certainly cheaper, better-sounding alternatives out there if you're an audiophile. By the way, if you happen to have ears that are somewhat odd in the particular ways mine are, for the record I've found the Monoprice TWE-04 earbuds to be VERY comfortable to wear, with a great noise seal. Just throwing that out there.) Siri may not be available in all languages or in all areas, and features may vary by area. Internet access is required. Mobile data charges may apply.

footnote1While using included USB-C cable with a compatible USB-enabled source device. Requires compatible lossless content from supported apps/services. Not all content is available in lossless format. If you're flexible about elements like the colour of your headphones, you'll get much more choice too. What was in the Beats sale last year? Powerbeats Pro are sweat and water resistant for non-water sports and exercise. Powerbeats Pro were tested under controlled laboratory conditions, and have a rating of IPX4 under IEC standard 60529. Sweat and water resistance are not permanent conditions and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge wet Powerbeats Pro; refer to https://support.apple.com/en-uk/HT209542 for cleaning and drying instructions. The charging case is not sweat or water resistant. conducted by Apple in March 2019 using preproduction Powerbeats Pro units and Powerbeats3 Wireless units and software paired with iPhone XS units and prerelease software. Testing consisted of transferring phone call audio from iPhone to Powerbeats Pro and Powerbeats3 Wireless. Performance depends on device settings, environment, and many factors.

Long Sessions

Beats claims an impressive nine hours of battery life from a single charge, but Apple reps confirmed that, like the AirPods, this is based on roughly 50 percent volume level. Most people listen to their tunes at somewhat higher levels, so a real-world result for these is going to be lower. This is still better than average, however, and the case holds an additional 24 hours of charge. In addition, the case and earpieces can charge rapidly—15 minutes can net you roughly 4.5 hours. Aiding the overall battery performance is the auto-sleep mode, with optical sensors that detect when the earphones are idle to conserve battery power. And there are tiny LEDs on each ear hook that tell you battery life status, which is a nice touch. Performance First of all, as Renewed earbuds, these are functionally excellent. I don't observe any degradation in battery life from new, and they function 100% properly. That said, I'm MUCH less happy about the fact that my pair were either chewed by a small animal or maybe briefly dropped in a garbage disposal, or possibly hit by bird shot: pretty obvious indentations on three sides of the main body of the left earbud. But, again, they function (seemingly) perfectly, so my complaint is only one of aesthetics and full disclosure on the part of the vendor, no strike to the manufacturer. It’s a streamlined and comfortable design that is super secure. You can bend the ear hooks to adjust the fit, and once twisted in place they are not coming off, no matter how hard you shake your head.

Inside the box you’ll also find a small Lightning to USB Cable plus a soft carrying case and directions for the earbuds, though setup is as simple as holding them near an iOS device or pairing them via the power button to an Android device. An IPX4 rating is somewhat middling as far as water-resistance goes, but it's a step up from the AirPods, which don't list one in their specs. IPX4 means the earphones can handle sweat and light splashes, but you shouldn't submerge them or wash them off in the sink. may not be available in all languages or in all areas, and features may vary by area. Internet access is required. Mobile data charges may apply conducted by Apple in March 2019 using pre-production Powerbeats Pro units and Powerbeats3 Wireless units and software paired with iPhone XS units and pre-release software. Testing consisted of transferring phone call audio from iPhone to Powerbeats Pro and Powerbeats3 Wireless. Performance depends on device settings, environment and many other factors.There are also some bundle available - so you can pair your Beats with another useful product and get a saving that way. Sometimes the pairing doesn't work, so you have to hold the button down to re-pair it to the device. In terms of codec support, you won't find aptX or aptX HD on-board, but you will get AAC and SBC on both Apple iOS and Android devices. The former is nice if you want to add a little more depth to the sound of your favorite music, while the latter makes the headphones' connection stable in a crowded listening environment.

They don't fit properly therefore my ears are very sore after hours of use (listening to Audibles). I'm using the smallest ear buds provided! I figured out that the hump behind the earbuds is what is making my ears sore. Sharing is compatible with Beats Fit Pro, Beats Flex, Solo Pro, Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats, Solo3 Wireless, Powerbeats3 Wireless, Beats Studio3 Wireless, BeatsX, AirPods (1st generation or later), AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max. Works with iPhone 8 or later and iPod touch (7th generation) with the latest version of iOS; and 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2nd generation or later), 11-inch iPad Pro, 10.5-inch iPad Pro, iPad (5th generation or later), iPad Air (3rd generation), and iPad mini (5th generation) with the latest version of iPadOS. The Beats app on Android provides some of the same functions such as pairing the headphones, showing battery level in a little popup when you turn them on and managing various settings. Neither of the Garmin nor Samsung smartwatches have issues with headphones from other brands, such as the AfterShokz Aeropex running headphones.

Sensors detect when you put the earphones in and start playing music immediately. I'm not sure why so many headphones offer this feature, but I find it a little jarring. There's no way to disable it other than pressing pause immediately. Apple’s H1 wireless chip, the same system built into PowerBeats Pro, AirPods 2 and AirPods Pro, enables instant-pairing and multidevice switching with all Apple-made devices plus hands-free “Hey Siri” support for the firm’s voice assistant. hardware and software required. Works with compatible content in supported apps. Not all content available in Dolby Atmos. My for Powerbeats Pro requires an iPhone or iPod touch with iOS 14.5 or later, iPad with iPadOS 14.5 or later, or Mac with macOS Big Sur 11.3 or later. Customers must have an Apple ID and be signed in to their iCloud account with Find My enabled. The Powerbeats are the necessary upgrade Beats needed to make for its sports-focused earbuds. These last longer than their predecessors and sound better, too. Thanks to hands-free Siri, their IPX4 rating and snug fit, they're good gym companions – and better than the AirPods for that physically fit audience.

If you’re a fan of the tried-and-true Powerbeats design, you’ll like the new models. The new Powerbeats have the same curved stem design as previous models but they instead terminate in new, smaller ear nozzles that come from the Powerbeats Pro. Testing conducted by Apple in March 2019 using pre-production Powerbeats Pro units and Powerbeats3 Wireless units and software paired with iPhone XS units and pre-release software. Testing consisted of transferring phone call audio from iPhone to Powerbeats Pro and Powerbeats3 Wireless. Performance depends on device settings, environment and many factors.footnote12Beats Studio Buds are sweat and water resistant for non-water sports and exercise. Beats Studio Buds were tested under controlled laboratory conditions, and have a rating of IPX4 under IEC standard 60529. Sweat and water resistance are not permanent conditions and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge wet Beats Studio Buds; refer to Apple Support for cleaning and drying instructions. The charging case is not sweat or water resistant.