Apple’s new generation of AirPods Pro 2 has been officially unveiled at the autumn conference. The appearance continues the classic shape of AirPods Pro and introduces a new charging case. It also has a new H2 chip, allowing “active noise reduction”, “transparency mode” and “personal space sound” ” are more powerful. So what are the new improvements in the 2nd generation of AirPods Pro? In this article, we will breaks down the 12 main AirPods Pro 2 specifications and features, prices, and launch time, so you can quickly understand the features of the new AirPods Pro that deserve our attention.
12 highlights of AirPods Pro 2 specs and features
Apple’s new H2 chip
The next-generation H2 chip brings many functional improvements to the AirPods Pro. Through audio computing technology, it can have smarter noise reduction performance, 3D spatial sound, and lower power consumption and longer battery life.
AirPods Pro 2 sound better
Although the appearance of AirPods Pro 2 is similar to the design of the previous generation, the internal processor is the focus of the new improvement. It has a new H2 chip and works together with modified driver units and amplifiers. better than the previous generation AirPods Pro Richer and fuller, with clearer treble and more detail, the listening effect is still incredibly rich and vivid at any volume.
The H2 chip is the most essential core to improve the sound effect of AirPods Pro 2. It adopts a new “adaptive algorithm” to quickly adjust the sound in the shortest time, and calculates according to the characteristics of the shape of the ear, so that that the best sound can be optimized before the ear can hear it. Fax sound.
Active Noise Cancellation Improves 2 Times
The noise reduction effect of AirPods Pro 2 is also twice as high as the previous generation, mainly by using the new driver unit and acoustic algorithm, with the external noise reduction microphone and rear ventilation holes, and the combination of software and hardware to enable the active noise reduction function It can quickly filter unwanted noise, even if you are walking on the road or taking public transport, it can filter the surrounding sound, so you can listen to your favorite songs more.
Personal Spatial Audio
After upgrading to the new iOS 16 system, AirPods Pro can create a unique “personal spatial sound”, as long as it matches the iPhone’s original depth-sensing camera lens, it can extract unique personal contour data according to structure the head and ears, and solve the problem of different Personal head shape and ear size allows personal spatial sound to accurately adjust the virtual space for a more immersive listening experience.
Adaptive Transparency Mode
The latest adaptive transparency mode also uses the H2 chip’s ability to reduce the intensity of high decibel noise such as sirens and engineering drills at 48,000 times per second. Applying this function view is like being able to eavesdrop on the chatter and gossip next door in a coffee shop, and the sound of an ambulance happens to be driving outside. The adaptive transparency mode can reduce the volume of the ambulance sound to the lowest level and can still clearly hear next door The conversation at the table.
Force sensor supports swiping
The AirPods Pro 2 also have a new “touch control” function in the force sensor. You can also slide the ear handle up and down through the AirPods Pro 2, and you can also adjust the volume, play, pause music, or answer and hang up In addition to supporting pressing Controls the toggle between Active Noise Cancellation and Adaptive Transparency Mode.
longer battery life
The battery life of the 2nd generation AirPods Pro has an additional 1.5 hours of listening time in one use, and the active noise reduction mode can reach 6 hours of listening time. When used with the charging box, it can be fully charged up to four times, and the active noise reduction mode can also be used for a long time. Up to 30 hours, six hours more battery life than the previous generation AirPods Pro.
Supports Apple Watch chargers
After Apple launched the MagSafe charging box for AirPods Pro last year, the latest AirPods Pro 2 also uses a new design charging box, which can support the Apple Watch charger to charge the AirPods Pro charging box, the original MagSafe charger and Qi wireless charging version and lightning charging cable the same is also used.
AirPods Pro IPX4 waterproof upgrade
The 2nd generation charging box of the AirPods Pro has also been greatly transformed, whether it is an earphone or a charging box, it has an IPX4 waterproof and sweat-resistant rating, so you don’t have to worry about failure even if is encountering water.
Support Bluetooth 5.3
The AirPods Pro 2 conference did not mention that the headset supports Bluetooth 5.3 wireless technology. In fact, it can be found from Apple’s official specifications that the iPhone 14 and AirPods 2 support Bluetooth 5.3. It is expected that Apple will announce support for LE Audio and the new generation in the future. Bluetooth audio coding is LC3 coding. For LE Audio technology, refer to another article “What is LE Audio? Learn about the six benefits of AirPods support for Bluetooth audio.
New speakers and cord holes in the charging box
There is also a new speaker hole at the bottom. When searching for AirPods, you can also use the sound to locate and restore them. If the charging and power are too low or match, sound will promptly
There are also “lanyard holes” on the side of the AirPods Pro charging box, which can be hung directly on the backpack or handbag through the lanyard accessories, without relying on the AirPods Pro protective case to perform the function of the cord.
XS Silicone Ear Tip Covers Smaller Size
AirPods Pro originally came with three sets of S, M, and L earplugs of different sizes. The latest AirPods Pro 2 has an additional XS size, and also allows four sets of silicone ear plugs, so that users with smaller ear structures can fit more closely to different ears. The shape can make AirPods Pro more stable in the ear , and it can also achieve the effect of sound insulation and sealing, prevent the earphones from falling or reduce pain.
AirPods Pro 2 launch date and release date
Currently, the launch time of AirPods Pro 2 has been determined, and it will be open for pre-order on September 9 in more than 50 countries including the United States, and will go on sale on September 23 .The sales time of AirPods Pro 2 in Taiwan has not yet been announced, and pre-orders will not be opened until NCC certification is passed.
Mr Crazy has estimated that the AirPods Pro 2 will not be available until November, for example, the first generation AirPod Pro was launched in October, and pre-orders will not be opened until the end of December, along with AirPods 3 as well will be launched in October 2021, and pre-orders will not start until December, and the time will be maintained for two months before pre-orders are opened on Taiwan’s official website.
AirPods Pro 2 Price
Currently, Apple’s Taiwan official website has announced that the price of AirPods Pro (2nd generation) is NT$7,490, which is 500 yuan cheaper than the previous generation (NT$7,990).
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