AirPods Pro Review | You should also consider replacement!Noise canceling and sound quality that are ashamed of professional names

In "AirPods", which spread the existence of a complete wireless earphone, a big brother -like product has appeared.The name is "AirPods Pro".

AirPods Pro is the first professional model in the AirPods series.It is a new model that has been greatly designed and improved in performance, with the ear chip shape changed to a sealed type, and various new functions such as the active noise canceling function are installed.

Personally, I was satisfied with AirPods, but the name of a professional should have evolved greatly from the previous AirPods!So, I bought an AirPods Pro at the same time as the release.

After the purchase, I tried using AirPods Pro carefully, so in this review article, I would like to tell you the details of AirPods Pro, such as the feeling of use and performance.

目次

1. design
2. Feeling of mounting
3. Sound quality
4. Three listening mode・アクティブノイズキャンセリング・外部音取り込みモード・オフモード
5. With battery
6. Waterproof function
7. summary

design

Let's check the AirPods Pro that I got immediately.

First, from the battery case.The AirPods Pro battery case has changed from a traditional slightly square design to a horizontally long.This is probably due to the change in the shape of AirPods Pro's earphones.

バッテリーケース	AirPods (第2世代)	AirPods Pro
サイズ	高さ：53.5 mm幅：44.3 mm厚さ：21.3 mm	高さ：45.2 mm幅：60.6 mm厚さ：21.7 mm
重量	40 g	45.6 g

The surface is a glossy white body.This is also inherited from AirPods.There is an LED indicator on the surface, and during the charging, this LED indicator glows red, and when charging is completed, it glows green.

LED点灯パターン	AirPods (第2世代)	AirPods Pro
赤色	イヤホン充電中
緑色	イヤホン充電完了
赤色(ケース充電時)	バッテリーケース充電中
緑色(ケース充電時)	バッテリーケース充電完了

Like AirPods, a Lightning port is mounted on the bottom.

The bottom of the battery case is equipped with a Lightning port.There were many voices who wanted USB-C, but unfortunately it was not realized.However, since the charging cable included in the AirPods Pro is a USB-C to lightning cable, like the iPhone, the AirPods Pro can be charged directly without a conversion adapter from a USB-C device such as a MacBook.became.

Wireless charging with Deskhack

By the way, AirPods Pro supports wireless charging.The battery can be charged by putting a battery case on the wireless charging pad.

A small round button is available on the back.This is for initializing the connection settings of AirPods Pro, and you can forget the pairing with the device connected so far by pressing and holding.Remember because you will use it when you can no longer pair your pairing or lend it to your family or friends.

Easy to pair as soon as you open the case

Take out the earphones from the battery case.The mouth of AirPods is stored inward, so that you can get it in your ears when you take it out.Until now, AirPods was facing outward, so it was necessary to rotate the AirPods direction when putting it on the ear.

However, due to the change in the earpiece, it became a little harder to take out than AirPods.Previously, it was possible to take out the AirPods front housing and back housing, but AirPods Pro has to pick up the side of the head unit by using silicon earpieces.

Cutting and cute design

AirPods Pro is composed of two parts, pods and axes, following the traditional AirPods basic design.At the time of installation, it was still the same design that hangs from the ears, but the length of the shaft was about 1cm shorter, so I was able to break away from the "udon" design, which was ridiculed.。

However, this time, although it is ridiculed as "hair dryer" or Pokemon "Mada -Bomi", I feel that the AIRPODS PRO colon and round design are cute.At least I prefer AirPods Pro compared to the first AirPods design.

Comparison with the earphone shape of Beats X and PowerBeats Pro

AirPods Pro tends to be misunderstood as canal type due to the shape of the earpiece, but it is actually not a canal type but an in -year type.As you can see by removing the earpiece, the canal type is originally a shape that protrudes with the earpiece, but there is no AirPods Pro.So AirPods Pro is an AirPods systematic evolution model.

Feeling of mounting

Thanks to the ventilation hole, the pressure inside the earphone is always comfortable

I actually put it on my ears.

First of all, when viewed from the outside.The design in which the white stick (axis) hangs from the ear is alive, but the displacement of "ears from the ears", which was ridiculed because the axis was slightly angled, is completely past.The fact that the length of the shaft has been slightly shorter may have influenced.

The ventilation, microphone mounted on the back of the pod, etc., and black slit holes for various sensors are more noticeable.The shaft (udon) has become slightly shorter, and it should be clear in one shot whether it is wearing AirPods when viewed from the outside or wearing AirPods Pro.

The axis of the AirPods Pro has a slightly concave part, but it is actually a pressure -sensitive touch sensor, and it is possible to operate AirPods Pro without removing the iPhone by pressing it tightly.As a sense, there is something close to the remote control of "EarPods with Lightning Connector".

操作	AirPods (第2世代)	AirPods Pro
1回押し	–	再生/一時停止着信時：電話に応答
2回押し	着信時：電話に応答 The following operations can be registered one by one one ear ・ Siri call/playback/pause ・ Next truck, previous truck	次のトラック
3回押し	–	前のトラック
長押し	–	以下操作を片耳1つずつ登録可能・リスニングモード切替・Siri呼び出し

AirPods could be operated by touching the head unit with a ton, but it was a bit difficult to use because it pushed AirPods into the ears when it was actually tonton.Also, AirPods could only register two actions, but in the case of AirPods Pro, multiple actions can be performed depending on the number of presses and the length of the pressing time.

It is very convenient to be able to switch between the active noise canceling function, the external sound import mode, and the off mode by holding a long press.

Various operations are possible by pressing the pressure sensor

Nevertheless, sometimes the AirPods Pro's pressure -sensitive touch sensor is slightly difficult to use.The axis of AirPods Pro is somewhat short, so it is difficult to find the sensor part.

Especially if you have long hair, it takes a little time to reach the pressure -sensitive touch sensor, so in the end it will be "faster to open the iPhone".By the way, AirPods Pro also supports Hey Siri, so I often ask Siri instead of pressure touch sensor.

The wearing feeling is quite good.Since the earpiece similar to the canal type has been adopted, it should be perfectly adhered to the ears.The conventional AirPods was dissatisfied with some users because the shape of the ears did not fit the shape of the ear, but the AirPods Pro would not spill out of the ear unless there was anything.

The default earpiece is M size

In addition, the size of the earpieces (small medium large) will be prepared so that many users can use it comfortably.This kind of adhesive earphone has a different feeling of wearing depending on the shape of the wearer's ear, but it seems that these three types of earpieces can cover most of the ears of most users.

You can check from the iPhone to see if the earpieces you are wearing fit your ears.From the "Bluetooth" item of the "Settings" app, tap "I" to the right of "AirPods Pro".Then, you can execute the "ear chip -mounted state test" from there.

When the test starts, the music sounds, and a sound reaction test is performed inside AirPods Pro.If the inside of the ear is properly sealed, the message "Sealed" is displayed.

In the case of conventional sealed earphones, which size earpieces to be applied to the last, the AirPods Pro provided a method that could judge it objectively.This is an Apple's unique feature that is good at fusing software and hardware.For reference, it seems that S size earpieces were the best for my ears.

Left: AirPods Pro / Right: PowerBeats Pro

If the ear chips get dirty or damaged, you can buy and replace the genuine ear tip sold on the Apple official website.The ear chips are sold on the left and right two each, and the price is 990 yen (tax included).It can be purchased from this link.

The earpiece is attached so that it pushes in.

Easy replacement of ear chips.When you wear it, just press it into the nozzle, and if you make a click, you can safely wear it.

The problem is when you remove it, but you can't get it unless you pull it as strongly as you think, "Is it torn?"This is probably to make it impossible to get the ear chip while using it, but don't be shy because it won't damage even if you pull it quite strongly.In the first place, there are few people who frequently exchange eartips, so I don't think you need to worry about this.

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Sound quality

One of the elements that broadly divides whether to buy AirPods Pro is "sound quality."In fact, there are quite a lot of questions about the sound quality of AirPods Pro.

From the conclusion earlier, the sound quality of AirPods Pro is flat, but both bass and high notes are clear and easy to listen to.However, I was impressed by the manufacturers that are resistant to acoustic equipment such as SONY and BOSE, and the products of the audio brand BEATS under Apple.

That said, AirPods Pro is not a big difference.The newly closed eartips are newly developed and the high -deviation driver high -dynamic range amplifier has evolved steadily from the predecessor AIRPODS.In addition, the adaptive equalization function that automatically adjusts the sound quality can always be listened with the optimal sound quality.

Internal structure released by Apple

It would be bass that has evolved greatly from the predecessor AirPods.In AirPods, the front housing had an in -ear type shape, so the sound leaked out of the ear and could not directly deliver all the sounds, so it would be unsatisfactory to listen to powerful powerful songs.I felt it.

However, in the case of AirPods Pro, it is worth the use of a closed eartip and a newly designed dedicated driver, and it is possible to express a deep bass that resonates with Zuuun.

In addition, AirPods Pro should pay attention not only to the bass but also to the treble.The treble of AirPods was a bit bonnown, but the high notes of AirPods Pro were clear and clear, and the outline of the sound was clear.

Thanks to the firm and clear treble, I think that the overall sound of AirPods Pro has become high.The sound was created, and it was very fun to listen to music on AirPods Pro.If you want to enjoy music slowly, AirPods Pro is not a bad option.

Left: AirPods Pro / Right: PowerBeats Pro

However, as mentioned earlier, it is a bit disappointing that manufacturers such as SONY and BEATS are not as good as the sound quality.

WF-1000XM3 ＞ Powerbeats Pro ＞ AirPods Pro ＞ AirPods

The sound quality ranking of my personal earphone is as described above.Sony's "WF-1000XM3", which also has an active noise canceling function, is overwhelmingly above the sound quality, and below it, "Powerbeats Pro" is also underneath, and "AirPods Pro" comes below.The sound quality may depend on your preference, but I would like you to refer to it.

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Three listening mode

Three modes can be switched from the control center

AirPods Pro has three types of modes: active noise canceling mode, external sound import mode, and off -mode that does not use both functions.

Each mode may be easy to guess from the name, but explain it easily.

モードの名称	説明
アクティブノイズキャンセリング	周囲のノイズを取り除く
外部音取り込みモード	マイクで取り込んだ周囲の音をイヤホン内で流す
オフモード	上記2つの機能をオフにする

The first active noise canceling is a mode that removes the surrounding noise, the second external sound import mode is picked up the surrounding sounds with the microphone outside the earphone, and the surrounding sound is played inside the earphone.Mode to listen to.And the third off -mode is to turn off both functions.

These modes are not a lukewarm thing that sounds a little different, but a function that greatly changes the listening experience of the user.Below, I will explain each mode in detail.

The main feature of AirPods Pro is "Active noise Canceling".The function is to detect the outside sound with a microphone outside the earphone, and to remove the noise by flowing the sound that cancels the sound to the earphone.

When the function is turned on, the surroundings quickly calm down.It wasn't completely gone, but it sounded like it was ranging, as most of the sounds, such as the sound of a car that passed through the city, the sound of a passing car, the announcement of the train, and the running sound.Once the music is played on this, the outside sound is almost inaudible.

In my home, there is a room with an aquarium, and the air pump is running 24 hours a day.When I tried using AirPods Pro in this room, the vibration sound of air pumps or buun ... was completely erased.The aquarium room felt so quiet only when I was wearing the over -year headphone "Bose QC35" equipped with a noise canceling function.Isn't this amazing?

Left: AirPods Pro / Right: AirPods (2nd generation)

I used AirPods (2nd generation) when I went out, but in a slightly noisy cafe or train, the surrounding sounds were inevitably disturbed, and the bass was often erased.

However, AirPods Pro almost allows you to interfere with music, so you can enter your own music world, no matter how noisy the surroundings are.If you have never used earphones or headphones with noise canceling functions, you will surely be surprised.

↑ Explanation of active noise canceling function by overseas YouTuber

The active noise canceling function of AirPods Pro is quite natural.The AirPods Pro feels better than the WF-1000XM3, which has a reputation for the active noise canceling function, so it's an exaggeration to say that buying AirPods Pro can get the world's highest level of silence.It will not.

If you are only satisfied with active noise canceling when using AirPods Pro, it is a waste.Please pay attention to another important function, "external sound import mode".

The external sound import mode is a function that incorporates the surrounding sound with the microphone of the main unit and flows inside the earphone.Is it easy to understand the opposite function of active noise canceling?

If you turn on the same function, you can clearly hear the outside sound, even though you are wearing earphones.There is no need to remove the earphones every time to hear the sound outside, which is quite convenient.

Mode can be changed from Apple Watch

When you actually use the external sound import mode, the surrounding sound naturally comes to your ears, even though your ears are completely closed with earphones.As expected, listening to the sound through the microphone and the speaker, there is some discomfort in the sound, so it cannot be said that it is not attached, but the closed earphone that can hear the outer sound naturally so far is so far.Isn't there almost no example?

Assuming the scene to be used, we practiced interacting with the clerk while wearing AirPods Pro at a convenience store or supermarket cash register.The clerk's voice could be clearly heard, and I was able to finish the accounting without difficulty.

If you remove the earphones at the time of accounting with a complete wireless earphone, it sometimes dropped it, which will help prevent falling.If you have had the earphones removed and have been accounting, please try using the external sound import mode.

In addition to active noise canceling mode and external sound import mode, there is an operation mode called "off mode" in AirPods Pro.

This off -mode can be used with the other two modes off, so you can slightly increase the battery of AirPods Pro.

Both active noise canceling and external sound capture modes are synthesized in sound, so the battery consumption increases inevitably.If you just want to have a battery for a long time, such as when you go out for a long time, you can use this off mode to make the battery longer.

Mode can be changed from the setting app

There should be quite a few people who purchase AirPods Pro and do not use active noise canceling / external sound import modes.Therefore, the off mode is an emergency battery saving mode.It may be like "low power mode" on the iPhone.

By the way, in the official information of Apple, up to 4 batteries when used in active noise canceling or external sound import mode..In 5 hours, off -mode batteries are up to 5 hours.It is said that there is a difference of about 30 minutes, but when I actually used it, I felt that the battery was almost the same even in the off -mode.For specific battery ownership, you can touch the following battery items, so if you are interested, please read it.

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With battery

AIRPODS PRO has a battery owner of up to 5 hours in official information.If you use active noise canceling or external sound import mode, it will be 30 minutes shorter, up to 4.It is written as 5 hours.

Since AirPods (2nd generation) batteries were up to 5 hours, the battery holding when using active noise canceling and external sound import mode is 30 minutes shorter than AirPods (second generation).

However, if you do not use either active noise canceling or external sound import mode), you should be able to use the same battery as AirPods (2nd generation) on the specifications.

From here on, I examined the actual battery, so I would like to report the results.

First, when the active noise canceling or external sound import mode was used, the battery holding was measured when the off mode was then used.The results are as follows.

経過時間	バッテリー残量(アクティブノイズキャンセリング/外部音取り込みモード)	バッテリー残量(オフモード)
0:00	100%	100%
0:30	90%	90%
1:00	80%	77%
1:30	69%	66%
2:00	59%	55%
2:30	49%	44%
3:00	39%	34%
3:30	28%	24%
4:00	17%	13%
4:30	7%	3%
5:00	0%(4:49)	0%(4:39)

As a result of the measurement, the battery remaining was lost by about 10%in 30 minutes, and 4 from the start of the measurement..After 5 hours, the battery runs out without waiting for 5 hours.Surprisingly, the result was that it was a little worse with an off -mode battery.

I tried the second measurement in the off mode, but at that time, the battery was consumed at almost the same or more pace as when I used active noise canceling and external sound import mode, unfortunately 5 hours.I couldn't keep using it soon.

From this result, I concluded that even if I use active noise canceling or external sound import mode, I have almost the same battery life as off mode.

If you think about it, the difference in specifications is only 30 minutes.It's not so important to be able to endure the use of active noise canceling and external sound import mode for these 30 minutes and keep using off mode.Rather, if you use the active noise canceling mode and external sound import mode, you may be able to enjoy music more comfortably if you charge it in a battery case if you run out.

By the way, AirPods Pro can play for about 1 hour by putting it in a battery case for 5 minutes and charging.

Waterproof function

AIRPODS Pro's water resistance and sweat -resistant specification is IPX4.This is the first time that the AirPods series has claimed water resistance and sweat resistance.

The waterproof specification of IPX4 is a level that can withstand the droplets of liquids such as rain or sweat, even if they are not completely waterproof.Thanks to this, it is now possible to use it in the rain and sweating sports with confidence.By the way, it has been found that PowerBeats Pro has the same waterproof specification of "IPX4".

Powerbeats Pro with the same water resistance of IPX4 as AirPods Pro

Nevertheless, it is important to note that AirPods Pro is "waterproof and sweat -resistant" and not "waterproof and sweatproof".It is safer to think that if you are unlucky, you may be able to submerge, and you should avoid using it where there is a risk of submerging, such as a pool or bath.

It is important to note that only the earphone body is compatible with "water resistance and sweat resistance", and that the battery case is not resistant to water at all.

summary

So far, we have told you about the actual feeling of use of AirPods Pro in the form of reviews, but did you convey the appeal of AirPods Pro even a little?

About AirPods Pro I like most is active noise canceling mode or external sound import mode.

In many cases, I use earphones in an environment where people talk and go in and out frequently, such as work, cafes, co -working spaces, Shinkansen, and airport lounges and waiting rooms.Until now, AirPods was compact and easy to pair, and it was easy to use, but since the outside sound came to your ears, AirPods was a little short of power as a tool for working.

However, with AirPods Pro, the outside sound can be shut out to some extent without being perfected, so that the work efficiency can be greatly improved.It has been demonstrated in the last few days.

The sound quality may be lost to other luxury earphones, but you can get a comfortable environment that exceeds it, so you do not concentrate on work in an environment where people are around you like commuting or commuting.AirPods Pro is recommended for those who have no chance.

AirPods Pro is an expensive device of 30,580 yen (tax included), but if you think that AirPods (2nd generation) is 25,080 yen (tax included), the difference is only 5,500 yen, you may want to choose AirPods Pro.Isn't it?

If you want to compare with AirPods (2nd generation), please take a look at the following review articles.

If you want to see AirPods Pro/AirPods (2nd generation) on the Apple official website, please click here.

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