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Most people wrongly assume that AirPods and AirPods Pro are not compatible with Android. That's a completely misguided belief – they not only work well with Android but also stand out as the finest true wireless earbuds you can purchase, regardless of the operating system.
1. Did you know: AirPods perform seamlessly with Android devices
Most people wrongly assume that AirPods and AirPods Pro are not compatible with Android. That's a completely misguided belief – they not only work well with Android but also stand out as the finest true wireless earbuds you can purchase, regardless of the operating system.
However, there are a few considerations before you decide to choose AirPods for your Android phone. This article, compiled from ReviewGeek, will focus on those issues.
What can you do with AirPods/AirPods Pro on Android?
Have you ever experienced wireless headphones with Android? If so, you probably know what you can do with AirPods/AirPods Pro. You can listen to music, podcasts, or any type of audio. You can even pause/play that audio segment.
By default settings on AirPods, tapping twice on the left earbud is play/pause, while the right one skips to the next track – and these actions work flawlessly on Android without any adjustments. If you have an iOS device, you can change those default settings, and when you connect the headphones to Android, the changes will still be there.
Of course, you can use any true wireless earbuds and still access the built-in music control features. But AirPods Pro is a pair of headphones with outstanding features like Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparency mode – two features that make it stand out from all other headphones on the market. The noteworthy part is that both work on Android. Just press and hold either earbud to switch between the two modes.
It's not an exaggeration to say that these two modes have been the most significant value proposition for AirPods Pro so far. If you're using an Android phone and wondering whether to get a pair of AirPods Pro or not, don't hesitate. Both AirPods/AirPods Pro work as seamlessly as they do on an iPhone, it's truly fascinating.
Any limitations?
While some features of AirPods and AirPods Pro work well on Android, not all their features do. For instance, if you change the press-and-hold settings of AirPods Pro on iOS or iPadOS, those changes won't be retained when switching to Android (unlike the double-tap option on AirPods, which remains unchanged after adjustments on iOS or iPadOS).
Additionally, there's a feature many users adore, but sadly doesn't function on Android: Automatic Ear Detection, which determines if the earphones are worn. It's a feature designed for the lazy ones – if you're lifting your hand to remove the earphones, why not take advantage and tap the AirPods Pro to pause the music?
On regular AirPods, the process is a bit more complicated; to pause music, you need to tap twice. This means tapping the earbud twice and then taking it out of your ear – a bit too many steps. In this scenario, the convenience of removing AirPods from your ears and letting them automatically pause the music is highly useful. But if you're considering getting AirPods Pro, this isn't a major concern.
You won't see this screen on Android
Lastly, you can't swiftly pair AirPods/AirPods Pro on Android; a feature intended for iPhone users to almost instantly pair AirPods with their iOS device when the case is opened. Considering pairing mostly happens once, this isn't a significant issue. Due to the lack of quick pairing, the battery notification doesn't show up on the iOS home screen when you open the AirPods case near the phone. These are minor features, but they contribute to a more enjoyable user experience.
Impressive Sound Quality
Of course, the burning question is about the sound quality. Some claim that AirPods don't sound good on Android because AAC on Android is not as effective as on iOS. According to SoundGuys, AAC requires more processing power than other audio codecs, and Android simply doesn't process it fast enough, resulting in lower audio quality.
But stay calm: if you don't know what AAC is and how it works, you won't even know the difference in audio quality between AirPods on Android and iOS!
Many people who regularly use various headphones when comparing them on iOS and Android find it challenging to articulate the difference in audio quality between the two operating systems – and AirPods are no exception. Whether it's Android or iOS, the sound coming from AirPods is excellent. It's like 90% of users can't pinpoint the difference between the two operating systems when blindfolded and wearing the headphones. Almost magical!
So, it's crystal clear now. AirPods are an intriguing pair of headphones, delivering great sound, convenient features, and smooth performance.
Even when you use them on Android.
