Apple AirPods 5 first reviews are in: stronger ANC and swipe volume controls

• Lightweight and comfortable open earbuds with no silicone eartips
• Both the base and step-up models now offer active noise cancellation, and it's been improved
• Optional $149 Wireless Charging Case model extends battery to 5 hours ANC-on, 22 hours total with the case

• May not fit everybody's ears securely
• AirPods Pro 3's battery life is better
• They're powered by Apple's H2 chip, not the rumored next-gen H3
• Open-ear fit isolates less than the in-canal AirPods Pro 3

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