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An iPhone requires a quality pair of headphones. With newer smartphones doing away with audio jacks wireless earbuds are the way to go.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) come with improved ANC, IPX4 ratings and intuitive touch controls. They also work well for calls and come with a great case.
1. Encased Thore V200 Headphones
If you're in search of headphones that have an Lightning connection as well as an iPhone port, you might be interested in the Thore Encased V200 headphones. These headphones provide a pleasant listening experience for a cheap price. Contrary to many other headphones on the market, these have flat foldable designs, so they're easy to pack and take with you. They also come with a padded, soft headband that's ideal for long listening sessions. In addition, the headphones come with a protective case that shields the headphones when they are not being used.
These headphones have a good design with black and chrome accents which give them a stylish, modern look. These headphones are light and comfortable enough to wear for long periods of time. The earcups with a closed back block out some ambient noise, but aren't as effective as a pair of noise-canceling headphones. The left ear cup has an aux port, which can be used to plug in other audio devices. On the right earcup there are controls for volume and power, as well as a small door under which is a MicroUSB port for charging. While we like the fact that these headphones feature an Lightning connector and an iPhone port but we're disappointed that they don't support USB-C.
The headphones are made for DJs and other music professionals, so they're built with premium components that will give you an excellent listening experience. The headphones are equipped with neodymium audio drivers which create powerful and precise audio. You will be able to hear all frequencies of your favourite music with these headphones. They feature a large diaphragm which provides great bass response.
The Thore V200 headphones share many of the same features of Apple's AirPods. They are also available in a small portable case that fits easily into your bag. The headphones have a built-in mic to take calls, so you can stay connected with friends. They also come with an Lightning connector that connects to your smartphone or iPad and come with an adapter to use the headphones with older devices. The headphones have an impressive battery life of up to 40 hours. You can enjoy your favourite tunes for quite a while before you need to recharge them.
2. Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones
Sony's WH1000XM5 headphones are a minor refresh to the flagship over-ears that were released in 2017. This new pair takes a minimalist approach with a slim and sleek headband, a circular ear cups, and a polished metal finish. They are extremely light and comfortable to wear for hours.
The new model comes with the same great noise cancellation, which is augmented by four beamforming microphones to allow hands-free calls. A notable improvement is the location awareness, which adjusts ambient sound control settings according to the location where you are. If you're sitting at home, they could switch to a more subtle noise cancellation level than those on the train. They could also add more exterior audio to help you remain conscious of your surroundings during a walk around town.
Another option is multipoint that allows you to connect the headphones to two devices simultaneously. This is a fantastic feature for those who want to listen music on your laptop and take calls on your phone at the same time. Multipoint isn't a feature that's disabled by default, but you can easily enable it in the Headphones Connect App's System tab. There's a downside to this: when you enable multipoint, you lose the ability to use the top-quality Bluetooth codec LDAC.
Similar to the WH-1000XM4s before it, the Sony WH-1000XM5's touch controls let you manage music playback and take phone calls. You can swipe forwards and backwards on the touchpad in order to skip tracks, or reverse to pause and resume playing. The right earcup contains physical buttons for power and volume.
If you own an iPhone and an iPhone, you can modify the headphones using Siri commands and gain access to additional features like personal assistants, a sleep timer, and a battery meter. Sony is also introducing voice prompts to guide you through the functions of headphones but I did find that they may be too chatty for some users.
The WH1000XM5's battery life is 30 hours when noise cancelling is on, which is the same as previous generations. 40 hours when it's off, is only a few hours less than the other models. The headphones come with a soft carry bag that protects the headphones from scratches, dust and impacts.
3. Shure Aonic 3 In-Ear Headphones
Shure is a name that has been a trusted name in the audio industry for a number of years when it comes down to professional monitor earphones. Their latest earphones, the Aonic 3, are no exception. These compact and small headphones provide excellent sound quality. They are easy to pair with a smartphone, or music player. They come with one driver that is balanced with a surprising soundstage. They also provide exceptional noise isolation, allowing you to focus on the music and not be distracted by. Despite being smaller than their predecessors, they still offer a good fit for the majority of users and are comfortable to wear for hours for hours.
The Aonic 3's biggest distinction from their peers is their unique design. The Aonic 3 is designed to be a modular device that can be connected to a wireless adapter. This lets you switch between wireless and cable connections as your listening preferences change. This flexibility is a great option to add to an existing pair of earphones that are already great.
Another standout feature is the Aonic's superb equalizer. Shure's manual 4-band equalizer panel is unique to other earphones which only offer preset equalizers. It provides detailed information on frequency as well as gain and bandwidth for the high shelf and low shelf bands, as well as two parametric bands. This allows audio professionals to fine-tune their audio before saving their own custom-made presets. The Aonic 3's earphones are connected to one another by downward-facing MMCX connectors. They rotate a full 360 degrees and can accommodate a wide variety of ear tips to ensure an optimum, comfortable fitting for all users. They are also connected to one another with an extremely secure locking snap.
In the box, you'll find the Aonic 3s, a wired 3.5mm communication cable, and an carrying case. The cable has an audio remote that controls playback and volume, as well as a microphone for hands-free calling. Additionally, you'll receive a fitting kit with various sizes and sleeves to tailor your Aonic 3's for the best listening experience. It includes black foam sleeves and gray soft flex sleeves in different sizes, from small to large.
4. Sony WF-C500 Wireless Earbuds
The Sony WF-C500 Wireless Earbuds are a ideal choice for anyone who wants to try wireless headphones without spending a lot of money. They come with a compact charging case, superb sound quality and sleek design that allows them to be easily connected with a phone. However, they do lack some features that are important for a wireless pair of earbuds, such as active noise-canceling and transparency mode.
The earbuds have an elegant plastic finish and a slightly bulky appearance. They are topped with silicone tips. The earbuds are also IPX4-rated for water resistance, making them suitable for use when running or cycling. The earbuds are not as lightweight as other options, however they are still able to fit into pockets of shirts and are comfortable to wear for extended periods of time.
Control is managed by the aptX/AAC-compatible Sony Headphones Connect app. This is where you can adjust the EQ settings and set the priority for Bluetooth connection quality (between latency and audio quality) and let the ear scanning function take photos of each ear for customization of the fit, and enable Sony's Digital Sound Enhancement Engine to up-convert lower resolution music files. You can also modify the firmware and monitor the use of your earbuds over time.
A simple, intuitive control scheme is used to control the earbuds. One touch on the left earbud will increase the volume, two presses will skip forward or backward through an album and three press launches the voice assistant on your phone. While they do not have an active noise cancellation system, the earbuds can block out some ambient noises thanks to a sturdy in-ear seal.
The earbuds can provide up 20 hours of playtime, which is decent for a true wireless earbud. The earbuds are rechargeable in four hours from empty and are compatible with Sony Fast Fuel charging technology. The earbuds are also light, which helps to make them comfortable for long periods of time and the charging case is small enough to fit easily into pockets on coats.