Apple Audio
AirPods are a great pick for iPhone users. Our reviews rate the AirPods Pro 3 9/10 for noise cancelling and fit, and the AirPods Max 2 8/10 for sound. On Android you lose most of the smart features.
Verdict: Good pick
Strengths
- Strong noise cancelling
- Switches smoothly between Apple devices
Limitations
- Most smart features need an iPhone
- AirPods Max 2 is heavy on long flights
How we rated it
- Quality: 8/10 — AirPods Pro 3 scored 9/10 and AirPods Max 2 scored 8/10 in our reviews.
- Customer service: 7/10 — Apple Stores plus authorised service providers.
- Warranty: 5/10 — 1 year as standard.
- Sound quality: 8/10 — Rich sound with deep, clean bass on AirPods Max 2.
- Comfort: 7/10 — AirPods Pro 3 fit more ears with five tip sizes; AirPods Max 2 is heavy on long flights.
- Battery life: 8/10 — Up to 8 hours with noise cancelling on AirPods Pro 3.
- Connectivity: 8/10 — Switches smoothly between Apple devices; limited features on Android.
Warranty
1 year. AppleCare+ adds 2 years for headphones.
Service
Apple Stores and Apple Authorised Service Providers only.
Alternatives
- Sony — Strong noise cancelling that works equally well with Android.
- JBL — Cheaper earbuds and headphones.
Apple Audio on Guide10
- Apple AirPods Max 2 (Midnight) — ₹74,900
- Apple AirPods Pro 3 — ₹25,499 (2% off)
Sources
- AppleCare+ (India) — Apple India
- Guide10 review: AirPods Pro 3 — Guide10
- Guide10 review: AirPods Max 2 — Guide10
- Apple Retail Store - Store List (India) — Apple India
- Apple Repair - Apple Support (India) — Apple Support
