Soundcore by Anker Life Dot 2 True Wireless Earbuds, 100 Hour Playtime, 8mm Drivers, Superior Sound, Secure Fit with AirWings, Bluetooth 5, Comfortable Design for Commute, Sports, Jogging

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I'm re-reviewing these because I hit them pretty harshly but I really wanted a pair of decent, wireless earbuds when biking that'd let me hear traffic and have my MP3 player on my handlebars without a wire that could cause problems- ya know, when STEERING. My initial review is below, feel free to ignore that if you want. The Anker SoundCore Life P3 Truly Wireless are slightly more affordable than the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless without sacrificing features like a high-powered ANC and companion app support. However, the A40 still have a better overall noise isolation performance and support multi-device pairing.

Now you can go into the Bluetooth settings on your second device and connect to the Anker Soundcore Spirit Dot 2 earbuds.

I can't get comfortable with these rubber tipped buds, I tried all the fittings it came with and they all wound up hurting after a short bit. And if you don't get them in just, right, they don't sound good. My biggest gripe is across all wireless earbuds: you can't change the batteries when they go bad. No amount of anti-consumer marketing changes that reasoning but I'm not hitting the score for that- that's an industry wide problem, not a product problem. Although not all of their headphones support this codec, a couple of their latest headphones, like the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro Truly Wireless, support LDAC, designed for Hi-Res audio. Support for this codec is also uncommon in truly wireless headphones. I love these earbuds. My main dislike is that there is a constantly blinking LED on each that you cannot turn off. Personally, I don't mind this, but my wife sure does when she's trying to sleep next to me. Otherwise they've been great. I've had two pairs, and I've lost the right ear bud two times...sigh. However, my two left ear buds have worked reliably for 1 and 2 years, respectively, with very extensive use. If you’ve already paired to your primary device and want to connect your earbuds to a second device, then follow these steps:

These earbuds have a well-balanced default sound profile that you can customize with a parametric EQ and presets in the headphones' companion app. While their roughly five hours of continuous battery life is short for a 9-5 workday, it'll last through most workouts, and their case holds a few extra charges. Unfortunately, even though they have an ANC feature, it doesn't offer a very good noise isolation performance, so they aren't ideal if you want to isolate yourself from noise at the gym. That may not be an issue if you run outside since it makes it easier to stay aware of your surroundings. Why it doesn't make 5 stars is the sound is good but not great and as I said earlier, I really don't like rubber-nubbed earbuds and I don't know if these are bad or what but they're not comfortable for me for a long period of time. They have a warm default sound profile, with cozy-sounding vocals and lead instruments. The companion app includes a graphic EQ and presets if you prefer a different sound, but unlike the Google earbuds, they don't come with any virtual surround sound features. They aren't the best option for workouts since they don't have stability fins or a very stable fit and may slip out of place if you move your head around a lot. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC Truly Wireless are a good alternative if you want similarly-performing buds with a slightly different shape. Compared to the Space A40's rounded look, the Liberty 4 have a more traditional stem design that some users may find preferable. The Liberty 4 also bring a touch more bass, though this muddies their reproduction of vocals and instruments a bit.But what changed to change the review? I decided to try them again since I still had them and they do sound a lot better somehow?? All I can say is my MP3 player has been reset since I last used these last. We've replaced the Anker SoundCore Life P3 Truly Wireless with the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless. We've also replaced the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 Wireless with the Anker Soundcore Space Q45 Wireless. We've added brand comparisons as well, in addition to expanding the lineup information. Fixed a written mistake in the Controls test stating that they had physical buttons. These earbuds have a touch-sensitive control scheme, and the text has been adjusted.

I got a set of JBL over ear headphones that sound pretty good even over bluetooth but obviously more so over wire, old pair of Sony headphones that are also pretty solid with the range. But even as far as ear buds go, it's a 4/10. Usable but I'd say avoid unless you really need compact buds and you don't care if your music sounds like mud. I'm by no means a audio snob. I figured these would be good to replace the old apple earbuds (the ones without the rubber) and would fit my needs for wearing a helmet & headphones since they are very compact and my helmet could fit around them. Well, a motorcycle helmet will not fit with these easily and the audio I'll get to. The build quality feels really good between both the earbuds and the case. Pairing wasn't a problem and even with my no-name-brand MP3 player they seem to sync up instantly. The MP4 player I have claims it's bluetooth 4.2 but works really well with these that are 5.0.

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The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) Truly Wireless are a great option if you're looking for premium buds at a slightly lower price point. While they don't have sound customization features like the Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless, they offer a few features for iOS that you might appreciate if you're an iPhone or MacBook user. Their H2 chip helps with easy pairing to Apple devices, and they support Spatial Audio, a surround sound feature meant to create a more immersive listening experience with compatible content. Anker headphones generally have high latency on PC. You may notice your audio and visuals fall out of sync, which can be frustrating if you like to stream video on your laptop. You can customize their sound using their companion app's graphic EQ and presets. Like their truly wireless counterpart, the Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless, they even support LDAC codec, making them a solid choice for Hi-Res audio content. They offer multi-device and NFC pairing, so connecting them to your smartphone or laptop is easy.

With the ANC on, they last well over eight hours continuously, and their case holds a couple of extra charges if needed. Out of the box, their warm sound profile adds a touch of extra boom to mixes without overwhelming vocals and instruments. You can also finetune their sound using their app's graphic EQ and presets. These buds support LDAC, too, which is Sony's proprietary codec for streaming hi-res audio. Unfortunately, not everyone will find their fit comfortable, especially if you have small ear canals.The Sony WF-1000XM5 Truly Wireless are the best true wireless earbuds we've tested. These high-end buds are the next generation of the Sony WF-1000XM4 Truly Wireless and have improved overall performance. They use memory foam ear tips alongsidetheir noise cancelling (ANC) system to reduce a significant amount of ambient sound. The ear tips do most of the heavy lifting, as the ANC mostly targets bass-range noise like bus rumbles. Also, if you're one of those "premium feel" people that put a metal casing above good performance and build quality? Just bail now, they're plastic across the board. However, the overemphasized bass makes the mix sound muddy, while vocals and instruments sound harsh and sibilants piercing due to the extra treble. Unfortunately, they can't pair with a companion app, so you can't change their mix. If you'd like more bass, though, their 'BassUp' featureboosts this range even more, which will compliment fans of heavier genres like dubstep and D&B. You can activate it using the controls on the ear cups. While they have a comfortable fit for most people, they can pop out of your ears over time. This can affect how the earbuds deliver bass, so getting a good fit is important to ensure consistent sound delivery. If you want earbuds with a more comfortable fit overall, the Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless are another great mid-range option. They have a more stable fit but a weaker ANC performance, though this may be better suited for runs where you want to stay aware of your surroundings. Stable Connection: The latest Bluetooth 5 technology ensures a stable connection for clear, skip-free music.