Aesthetically, the new Apple AirPods Pro 2 are very difficult to distinguish from the first models. But Apple's in-ear headphones improve audio quality and add some features absent on first-generation AirPods Pro. Just like the 2019 model, this 2022 model also focuses on ease of use through easy and intuitive gestures , which are learned quickly. Just in order not to upset the user experience of those already accustomed to the first generation, Apple has confirmed all the controls also on the second. However, adding something more .
AirPods Pro 2: the controls
The new AirPods Pro 2 have a virtually identical design to the previous model, as are the touch controls available to the user. Those who have already used Apple's old true wireless headphones, therefore, will not find any difference other than the small touch surface on the front of the stems.
However, the previous controls with pressing the earphones remain: a single press to start or pause audio playback, a double press to go to the next track and a short triple press to go to the previous track.
When a phone call arrives , however, with a single pressure on the stem we can decide to answer while with the double pressure, we reject the call. When we answer the call, to end the conversation we only have to press once.
With a long press instead activates the ANC (active noise cancellation) or vice versa the Transparency mode , which allows us to listen to environmental sounds.
To these controls on the AirPods Pro 2 is added the possibility to raise and lower the playback volume by touching the small touch surface inserted by Apple in the temples. Previously this could only be done from the app on the iPhone.
Finally, the AirPods Pro 2 earphones also respond to Siri's voice commands , so by activating this function with " Hei Siri " we can ask you to raise or lower the volume or change the track.
