Wired EarPods Are Back (And They’re Actually Good)

Apple’s $19 USB-C wired AirPods are quietly one of the best deals in the entire AirPods lineup. In this video I break down the sound quality, mic performance, fit, and where these fall short compared to the AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 3. If you want a backup pair for your desk, car, or backpack, or you’re just trying to figure out which AirPods actually make sense for you, this will help you decide.
Product Links (Affiliate)
Earpods with USB C: https://geni.us/m7qK2
AirPods Pro 3: https://geni.us/K4ey
AirPods 4: https://geni.us/tCjy5yR
Airpods 4 with ANC: https://geni.us/E6i0UQ

My Gear & Other Recommendations
My Desk Setup: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZ4v-Uu0Kt8&t=1s
My Full Video Making Kit: https://adamtalks.tech/gear

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00:00 The $19 USB-C EarPods
00:20 What’s Missing (No Wireless, No ANC)
00:32 Design and In-Line Remote
00:55 Sound Quality and Bass
01:13 No Noise Isolation
01:29 The Cord
01:41 Mic Quality and Lossless Audio
02:06 Mic Sound Tests vs AirPods 4 and Pro 3
02:33 Zero Latency for Video Calls
02:48 Fit
03:23 USB-C Port Pros and Cons
04:07 The Port Problem
04:49 Sound vs Old Wired AirPods
05:03 What You Can’t Do With These
05:36 Comparing the Full AirPods Lineup
05:56 AirPods 4: $130 / $180
06:23 AirPods Pro 3: $250
07:09 My Recommendation
08:10 Who Should Skip These
08:37 Final Thoughts