09-07-2016, 08:52 PM
W1 chip explanation
https://www.buzzfeed.com/nicolenguyen/th...rpods-work
The AirPods include Apple’s first wireless chip, the W1, which was designed to optimize audio performance and battery life over a wireless connection. Both Bluetooth and Apple’s own proprietary technology are used to connect the AirPods instantly to devices.
The battery life of each AirPod is five hours — but their charging case (no larger than a pack of dental floss) can hold up to 24 hours of power. Think of the case as a portable battery pack. A quick 15-minute charge in the case provides three hours of listening.
The AirPods cost $159, which is in line with other wireless offerings. Samsung’s cable-free Gear IconX buds are $200, and Kickstarter favorite Bragi sells its Dash for $300 and a new entry-level set called The Headphone for $119. Unlike those multi-platform headphones, Apple’s version will only work with Apple devices running iOS 10, Watch OS 3, or MacOS Sierra.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/nicolenguyen/th...rpods-work
The AirPods include Apple’s first wireless chip, the W1, which was designed to optimize audio performance and battery life over a wireless connection. Both Bluetooth and Apple’s own proprietary technology are used to connect the AirPods instantly to devices.
The battery life of each AirPod is five hours — but their charging case (no larger than a pack of dental floss) can hold up to 24 hours of power. Think of the case as a portable battery pack. A quick 15-minute charge in the case provides three hours of listening.
The AirPods cost $159, which is in line with other wireless offerings. Samsung’s cable-free Gear IconX buds are $200, and Kickstarter favorite Bragi sells its Dash for $300 and a new entry-level set called The Headphone for $119. Unlike those multi-platform headphones, Apple’s version will only work with Apple devices running iOS 10, Watch OS 3, or MacOS Sierra.