Apple Earbuds Headphones

Listen discretely to your favorite music and podcasts everywhere you go with a pair of Apple earbuds. Users can also take calls and use voice assistants while wearing these earphones. Earbuds, or in-ear headphones, are smaller and lighter than on-ear and over-ear headphones. They provide better noise isolation, and some also offer active noise cancellation. Shoppers can find a good selection of Apple earphones from the large inventory of portable audio devices at Staples.

Choose between Apple EarPods and AirPods
EarPods are earbuds with wires, while AirPods are wireless models. EarPods are basic earphones sometimes bundled with Apple mobile devices. They come in two varieties: with a Lightning connector and with a standard 3.5mm headphone plug. Choose a unit with a 3.5mm audio cable if you have an Apple device with a headphone jack. For newer iPhones and iPads without this jack, select EarPods with Lightning connectors.

Apple AirPods are true wireless earbuds. This means that unlike regular wireless earphones, there's no cable connecting the two buds that make up a pair. This cable-free design offers certain benefits. First, it makes the audio devices less conspicuous. Secondly, it eliminates cord tangles. AirPods units ship with storage cases that also charge the buds. They're available in standard and Pro versions.

Enjoy the striking designs and color selections of Beats-brand Apple earbuds
Following the acquisition of Beats, Apple's headphones lineup expanded to include other wired and wireless earphones. Shoppers looking for alternatives to EarPods may choose urBeats earphones. These are also wired in-ear headphones with Lightning connectors. The Apple sub-brand also offers regular wired earbuds. Some of these have sweat-resistant and water-resistant designs with loops to hook them around the ears securely. These features make them excellent sports earphones for challenging workouts.

Beats also makes true wireless earbuds. These use ear hooks for a secure fit and come in charging cases. Beats' true wireless earphones are slightly larger than AirPods and deliver longer listening times. Like the rest of the Beats lineup, these are fashionable earphones. They deliver bold sounds and come in matching bold colors.

How do Apple AirPods differ from AirPods Pro?
While both Apple earbuds come in charging cases, the one shipped with each pair of AirPods Pro supports wireless charging. A wireless charging case is an optional accessory for the regular AirPods. The Pro version also includes three sizes of silicone ear tips in the box so users can find the most comfortable pairs. AirPods Pro earphones are also sweat-resistant and water-resistant. Lastly, only the Pro earbuds offer active noise cancellation.

Do all Apple earbuds have W1 or H1 chips?
Only select wireless models from Apple and Beats have these custom chips. W1 and H1 chips improve connection speeds by allowing the earbuds to instantly pair seamlessly with Apple devices. They also process Siri voice commands given by users.

Can you use Apple earbuds with non-Apple devices?
The brand's wireless earphones use Bluetooth for streaming audio. Bluetooth is a wireless standard found on most electronic devices, including Windows computers and Android devices. Apple's wired earphones are also compatible with devices equipped with 3.5mm headphone jacks. However, only Apple mobile devices have Lightning ports. Therefore, wired models with Lightning connectors only work with iPhones, iPods, and iPads with this port.