These do sound nice, but I think the main difference from the Airpods is that they are slightly larger hence the increased battery life and of course there is the connecting wire/cable which allows for the in-line remote. Also they are noise isolating as opposed to the Airpods which just like their wired counterpart, the Earpods, sit just in the outside of your ear and let noise from the outside through. Also, it says they use "Class 1 Bluetooth Technology". I looked that up because usually you read about Bluetooth versions like 4.0, 4.2 or the newest Bluetooth 5.0. Apparently Class 1, 2 or 3 refers to the power class not the device class which would be your Bluetooth 4.0, 4.2 etc. Class 1 is actually the best with a maximum power of 100MW (milliwatt) or 20DBM () and it is the one that in good environments has a range of up to 100 meters. Class 2 is what we are mostly used to in speakers, headsets, keyboards etc, it has a maximum power of 2.5MW (40 times weaker than class 1) and a range of 10 meters. Class 3 has only 1MW with a range of 1 meter. However, the catch here is that even if you have a Class 1 headset like the BeatsX, you only get the 100 meter range if the device on the other end (your iPhone in this case) also is capable of Class 1 power. The article I read explained it this way:
Many people make the mistake of believing that they can extend the range of their class 2 device to 100m by purchasing a class 1 device for the other end. This is simply not true. Consider two people standing 100m apart, if person A yells loud enough for their voice to travel over 100m, person B will be able to hear what person A is saying, but if when person B replies they only yell loud enough for their voice to travel over 10m, person A will obviously not hear the response. Finding out which iPhones fall under which power class is not as easy, but from what I could find online it would appear that starting with the iPhone 6 iPhones do support Class 1 so theoretically the iPhone 6/6 Plus, 6S/6S Plus and 7/7Plus should give you that 100 meter (just over 300 feet) line of sight range with one of these BeatX headsets or any other headset that supports Class 1 power. I am surprised that this is not mentioned as a feature in the description, but maybe Apple doesn't do so because many people may have other mobile phones which don't support Class 1 or maybe because various environmental factors make a difference here. I am definitely intriqued by these earbuds, too bad they don't offer also the option to plug them into your iPhone with a Lightning cable so you could use them on an airplane in wired mode. It appears they charge via Lightning cable so this may or may not be possible. If you don't care whether your headset is one with earbuds or larger earcups there is of course also the Beats Solo which also has the W1 chip and which gives you up to 40 hours of music playback. Best regards, Sieghard -----Original Message----- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Alan Lemly Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2017 5:09 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: BeatsX Wireless Earphones Available from Apple for $149.95 Here's the link to the BeatsX earphones in the US Apple Store: http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MLYE2LL/A/beatsx-earphones-black?fnode=c02b39b2f1af72fa9ba5eaab70830d4899cae444997bf0fe53c6b68222e988a5d3a579eeca23e339d2ecdff28362fa3c6327db5c354741fb3667796124c92ee2a958ed31a19da1d0ba107945aedaab5f515bdb0beeb08cfce6135e27c610666d That link covers three lines so if your email is set to only display as plain text, there's a good chance it will be broken when you receive this. I've pasted the text from that page after my signature. Alan Lemly Overview Fit for your life, BeatsX earphones are the perfect wireless companion. Experience authentic, clear sound throughout your day with up to 8 hours of battery life. With Fast Fuel, a 5-minute charge gives you 2 hours of playback. Its unique Flex-Form cable provides all-day comfort and easy pocket portability, while eartip options provide a personalized fit and secure-fit wingtips offer added stability. Wireless the way it should be BeatsX works as hard as you do. Sleek, light, and compact, these earphones are your perfect wireless companion. They instantly set up – just power on and hold near your iPhone – and then simultaneously connect to your Apple Watch, iPad and Mac*. With Class 1 Bluetooth technology, BeatsX goes wherever you go with great wireless efficiency. Sound that stays with you BeatsX features authentic, clear sound with optimized noise isolation for an immersive listening experience. An innovative acoustic design delivers a clean treble response and distortion-free bass for the most natural tonality across a broad range of genres. Fit for your life Whether playing in your ears or hanging around your neck, BeatsX is incredibly sleek and comfortable for all-day wear. The unique Flex-Form cable provides a flexible fit, a variety of eartip options provide personalized comfort and secure-fit wingtips offer added stability. And when you’re not wearing them, magnetic ear buds keep your earphones tangle-free and they easily coil up for compact portability. Always ready BeatsX features an 8-hour battery powered by the efficiency of the Apple W1 chip so it is ready when you are. For a quick turnaround, Fast Fuel gives you 2 hours of playback from a 5-minute charge. RemoteTalk allows you to take calls with a built-in mic, play music, adjust volume and activate Siri. With easy to use controls, you can seamlessly switch back and forth as you go about your day. BeatsX is your perfect wireless companion, fit for life. *Requires iCloud account and macOS Sierra, iOS 10, or watchOS 3 Highlights Connect via Class 1 Bluetooth® with your device for wireless listening Up to 8 hours of battery life for when you’re on the go With Fast Fuel, a 5-minute charge gives you 2 hours of playback when battery is low Variety of eartip options offer personalized comfort and secure-fit wingtips provide stability Flex-Form cable provides all-day comfort with easy purse and pocket portability Authentic, clear acoustics deliver crisp sound fit for your life Take calls, control your music and activate Siri with RemoteTalk Did You Notice? Compact design of the Flex Form cable allows for all-day comfort and coils up for pocket portability. What’s in the Box BeatsX earphones Eartips with four size options Removable secure-fit wingtips Pocket-sized carrying case Lightning to USB-A charging cable Quick Start Guide Warranty Card Tech Specs Form Factor: In Ear Connections: Bluetooth, Wireless Batteries: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Other Features Bluetooth with Remote and Mic Inline Call and Music Controls Inline Volume Control Noise Isolation Stereo Bluetooth Charge via Lightning cable Flex-Form Cable Manufacturer Information Part Number UPC or EAN No.: 888462804912 Warranty Warranty: One-year limited -----Original Message----- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Donald Moore Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2017 4:50 AM To: viphone@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: BeatsX Wireless Earphones Available from Apple for $149.95 Could you please post again, this time with the link? Thanks in advance. -----Original Message----- From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Alan Lemly Sent: Saturday, February 11, 2017 9:57 PM To: VIPhone Email List Subject: BeatsX Wireless Earphones Available from Apple for $149.95 These earphones were released in the last day or two and are available online from Apple. They differ from the air pods in that they have a separate remote button for controlling functions and the two earphones are connected by a wire. They are also $10 cheaper than the air pods. You can read all about them in the Apple Store app. Alan Lemly Sent from my iPhone -- The following information is important for all members of the V iPhone list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please contact the owners or moderators directly rather than posting on the list itself. 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