Apple EarPods with 3.5mm Headphone-Complete Features/Instruction Manual

Apple EarPods with 3.5mm Headphone

Specifications

• CONNECTIVITY: Wired,
• CONNECTOR: 3.5mm Audio Jack,
• SUPPORTED DEVICES: iPod, iPhone, iPad,
• MANUFACTURER: Apple

Apple EarPods with 3.5mm headphone plug come free with older versions of iPhones and iPhones. They are a good set of earphones for casual listening. They have a comfortable all white design. These headphones feature a built-in microphone and control for volumes and other features. You can find these headphones with older iPhones and iPods and can also be bought separately. Before the release of these EarPods, Apple was known for providing bad earphones with its smart devices.

DESIGN

The Apple EarPods have a sleek and all-white design. They have a good appeal due to their smooth finish and simple design which compliments their price. The size of these EarPods is universal, it means they come in a single size that fits all. This is due to their unique fit which leaves them loose in the ear canal. This can be a problem for some users, as a slight pull to the cable can leave them out of ears. They are extremely light which allows you to wear them for long periods without getting tired. They come with an in-line microphone and controls. These controls are pretty straightforward and allow you to perform the essential functions like track controls, volume adjustment and call controls and are easy to use. They come in a transparent hard case that is good enough to protect them. They feature a 3.5mm audio jack which may not be compatible with the newer versions of Apple devices.

SOUND QUALITY

The sound quality of these earphones is not like other popular earphones. It lacks clarity but the audio quality of the mic is quite impressive. They produce an overall satisfactory sound. One disadvantage of these EarPods is the sound leakage.

COMPATIBILITY

These are compatible with iPhone 6s and older, iPad Pro 2nd Generation and older, MacBook Air (M1,2020) and older and iPod touch 7th generation and older. The iPod nano (4th Generation) requires software version 1.0.3, iPod classic (120 GB) requires 2.0.1 and iPod touch (2nd generation) requires 2.2 or later. They can also be used with Android phones that feature a 3.5mm audio port.

What’s in the Box?

• Apple EarPods Headphones x 1
• Carrying Case x 1
• User Manual x 1

Apple EarPods with 3.5mm Audio Plug Controls

The headphones have three controls namely the center button and the volume increase and decrease buttons.

How to increase/decrease the volume?

• To increase the volume, press the + button.
• To decrease the volume, press the – button.

How to connect the 3.5mm headphones with Lightning Type devices?

In order to connect the 3.5mm audio EarPods to your device that supports a lightning-type connection only, you will have to purchase the Lightning to 3.5mm Headphones Jack Adapter.

• Plug the adapter in to Lightning connector of your iOS device.
• Plug the other end of the adapter into your 3.5mm audio EarPods.
• In order to do this your device must have iOS 10 or later.

PROS

• Great Design
• Easy to Use
• Nice Clarity
• Improved Bass Response

CONS

• Poor Noise Isolation

VERDICT
The Apple EarPods are a good-looking and sleek pair of earphones that feature a 3.5mm audio jack. These are suitable for older versions of Apple products and other smartphones. However, the sound quality is okay for casual use, and they also cause a little sound leakage. The audio quality for calls is quite impressive.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Does this come with the lightning adapter?
  No, it doesn’t come with a lightning adapter. To connect to your iOS device, you will have to buy a separate lightning adapter.

• Do the EarPods have a mic?
  Yes, the EarPods come with a built-in mic.

• Is the Microphone quality good?
  The quality of the microphone of the EarPods is quite impressive and crystal clear.

• Are these EarPods compatible with Android phones?
  Yes, these EarPods are compatible with Android phones but the volume buttons will not work. Only the center button and the mic will work.

• Do the Apple EarPods work with iPhone 7/iPhone 8?
  Yes, they work with iPhone 7, however, you will require a Lightning to 3.5mm Headphones Jack Adapter, which you can purchase separately.

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