Mocked upon release, AirPods have since become one of Apple's most recognisable products. With the AirPods 2 (or AirPods 2019), the Cupertino brand isn't straying too far from a formula that it feels clearly works.

Great battery life and charging case; Wireless charging a nice addition; Fantastic connection

Doesn't address problems with the first-gen product; Wireless charging case costs extra; Fit might be dodgy for some

The second-gen AirPods are a great iterative upgrade, offering improved connection speed, talk time and Hey Siri support alongside optional wireless charging support, although a lack of improvements in the audio department will leave audiophiles wanting more.

Technically and sonically better than before, the second generation AirPods offer unbeatable Bluetooth usability and decent sound quality

Tonally balanced; Improved sonic sophistication; Flawless wireless tech

Won’t fit everyone; No buttons; Sound harsh when pushed

After two long years, the 2nd generation AirPods have arrived, and they look exactly the same. But it's what's inside that counts. Priced at $199, the AirPods 2 come with a wireless charging case and a pair of familiar-looking buds that are smarter and faster than its predecessor, thanks to the new...

Lightweight; comfortable design; Faster connection on iOS devices; Hands-free Siri integration; Good audio quality

Limited controls; No equalizer; Lacks ambient listening mode

I'll get this out of the way first: Apple's 2nd-generation AirPods are nearly identical to their predecessors.

Extremely convenient; Qi wireless charging is great; Bluetooth connection remains almost flawless

They're still expensive; There are better sounding wireless earbuds out there now; Not enough of an upgrade if you own the first-gen AirPods

For Apple fans, AirPods 2 are still the safe path to wireless freedom

Brilliantly simple setup; Sleek Apple design; Wireless charging; Clear; solid connection; Easy access to Siri

Still no waterproofing or workout features; Upcharge for wireless case; Smoothed-over sound lacks definition

These AirPods are fantastic best ever Ear pods I have ever used when they first came out thought they looked odd and cost a lot ...but because of QVC Easy Pays Plus Reading all reviews on line plus YouTube ones decided to try them and I am one Happy Customer these are fantastic best ones I have...

Le AirPods sono probabilmente il prodotto Apple più riuscito degli ultimi anni, quindi posso capire sia l'attesa per il nuovo modello da parte degli utenti, sia la difficoltà di Apple di migliorare un prodotto che ha ben poco da migliorare.

AirPods ($159) are the best-selling true wireless earbuds in the world. Don't expect that to change now that the second-generation models are here. The new AirPods , which are still just called "AirPods" and have taken the place of the original AirPods in all Apple stores, are more powerful, cost...

At $199, the Apple AirPods 2 won't cost you too much when compared to other True Wireless options out there. But that's probably the best thing about this earphone, because, apart from battery life in relation to talk time, they generally suck.