The first-gen Beats Studio Buds delivered a true wireless experience that outpaced the AirPods Pro. They featured an acoustic architecture design with fine-tuned drivers developed from scratch, plus a brand-new chipset that optimized wireless performance on both iOS/macOS and Android platforms.

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• Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) blocks external noise for immersive listening.
• Transparency mode allows you to hear the world around you.
• Custom acoustic platform delivers powerful, balanced sound.
• Spatial audio immerses you in music1

Beats by Dr. Dre (Beats) is a leading audio brand founded in 2006 by Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine. Through its family of premium consumer headphones, earphones and speakers, Beats has introduced an entirely new generation to the possibilities of premium sound entertainment.

June 24, 2021 Description. The Studio Buds were released on June 24, 2021. Despite the small size of the earphones, the Apple H1 wireless chips allow up to 5 hours of playback time with active noise cancellation or transparency mode turned on.

The Beats Studio Pro are a relatively light-weight set of Bluetooth headphones. With up to 40 hours of battery life, USB Type-C charging and wired playback, as well as a 3.5mm port, ANC, and Spatial Audio, these are contenders for the hottest headphones of 2023.

The Beats Studio Buds Plus are a competent, if slightly understated true wireless option for those who don't want the AirPods Pro. Though expensive, the buds seem to tick most of the boxes the average user may have, but no wireless charging and no equalizer mean power users will have less to gush about.

We should take into consideration that Beats headphones and iPhones are both considered high-end products and are both manufactured in China. Getting good quality in China is easier than you think, and the manufacturing price still remains low. The only thing that's high is the brand owner's profit margin.

Audio performance really comes down to personal preference, as both earbuds sound great. Both the Apple AirPods Pro 2 and the Beats Fit Pro perform well during calls, with the users voice being broadcast clearly. If anything, the AirPods are a bit better, likely thanks to the processing capabilities of the H2 chip.

Audio performance really comes down to personal preference, as both earbuds sound great. Both the Apple AirPods Pro 2 and the Beats Fit Pro perform well during calls, with the users voice being broadcast clearly. If anything, the AirPods are a bit better, likely thanks to the processing capabilities of the H2 chip.

Beats was established in 2006 by music producer Dr. Dre and record company executive Jimmy Iovine. Iovine perceived two key problems in the music industry: the impact of piracy on music sales and the substandard audio quality provided by Apple's plastic earbuds.

Unless you are after the iconic look of the AirPods (or are the slightly smaller case), the Beats Fit Pro are the more comfortable and stable choice while offering the same water-resistance rating.

Both products support fast charging, but it's crucial to note that the AirPods use a Lightning connector to charge, whereas the Studio Buds support USB-C. Additionally the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) supports wireless charging, whereas the Beats Studio Buds does not.

Earbuds are basically a pair of tiny speakers that you wear inside your ears. At low volumes, they're useful little devices. But playing loud music so close to your eardrums can cause permanent hearing loss.

Studio headphones are almost never marketed or advertised outside certain internet circles, and they are frequently based on older designs that have already made back their development costs. That means they tend to be cheaper than other pairs, and provide better audio performance for that dollar.

Beats headphones are consistently well-built, while some Sony models can have a plasticky, cheaper-feeling build. Still, if you're looking for more options, check out our recommendations for the best Sony headphones. Overall, Beats make sleek and modern-looking headphones that feel like fashion accessories.

Beats tend to shine compared to other headphone brands in their design. They have sleek, premium-looking headphones that stand out with bold color schemes. While they may not all feel as durable as other brands, their more recent models have a sturdy build quality that further emphasizes their premium price range.