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You can distinguish original AirPods from fakes by various signs. But for this, the headphones and the charging case must be carefully considered. From a distance, they practically do not differ from the original. For this reason, many buyers buy copies and fakes. But is it worth spending money on replicas, what problems can you face if you bought fake AirPods Pro?
Price
First of all, you spend a significant amount of money. A fake on the websites of Chinese marketplaces costs around 30 to 100 dollars. Copies and replicas, in a wide assortment presented in stalls and at flea markets, are also not distinguished by an affordable price - from 999 hryvnias and higher.
Find out the original the cost of headphones You can buy AirPods Pro on the website of an authorized Apple reseller in Ukraine, or on the official website of the manufacturer. Please note that dealers often hold promotions, during which the price of original AirPods is noticeably reduced. In addition, a reliable seller is ready to offer favorable terms of credit or purchase in installments.
Service life and guarantees
Apple gives a 12-month warranty. And buyers who actively use the original Airpods headphones say that they will last two to three years without problems. Over time, however, the battery capacity decreases. Natural pollution also affects the service life. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly clean the mesh of the speakers from earwax.
How long will the Chinese replica last is another question. In reviews on Aliexpress, buyers complain that the battery on the fake "died" after six months, or one of the earphones stopped charging, and no amount of cleaning helps. A conscientious Chinese seller may offer a warranty replacement. But sending defective headphones to China and back is at the expense of the buyer.
Sound quality, pairing with iPhone and Android smartphones
Counterfeiters have learned how to make high-quality fakes and copies. But not one of them reaches the original. For example, some buyers write that the headphones are immediately connected to the smartphone, even a branded animation appears. But then various "miracles" begin:
- displaying the charge of the case and the headset - purely random numbers, only 100 percent, after two minutes - 50%;
- it is impossible to disconnect the headphones from the phone, they themselves are connected via Bluetooth, even when they are in the case for charging;
- the Bluetooth range is small - move a few meters away from the smartphone, as the sound starts to break and disappear;
- headphones are poorly synchronized, especially after several months of daily listening to music.
There is no need to talk about the high quality of sound, noise reduction or Apple's proprietary functionality at all. And the sensors on the headphones are just a cheap dummy in the form of stickers.
Is it worth spending money on fake AirPods?
The answer is clear. It is not worth buying them. It is also desirable to pass by the replica "under Apple". In the Citrus online store, customers will be offered a lot of high-quality analog and original headphones from other well-known brands: Nokia, OPPO, Xiaomi, realme, Adidas, etc. They are covered by a long-term warranty, and the sound quality and functionality can be evaluated by the reviews of real customers .
