The new Apple AirPods are also "disposable": the headphones can not be repaired

iFixit specialists did not ignore the second generation of Apple AirPods wireless headphones, they took apart

they were assessed for their maintainability. Spoiler alert: practically nothing has changed compared to the first AirPods.

Verdict

Unfortunately, new AirPods are almost impossible to repair. If you need to replace one of the components, accept that the headphones cannot be taken apart without completely breaking them.

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iFixit did not skimp on adjectives, calling AirPods “disappointingly disposable” and predicting “the tiny batteries will soon fail.”

True, some improvements were still found in the headphone case: a metal loop and a water-resistant coating on the board could make it more durable and durable.

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As a result, the second Apple AirPods, like the first,get 0 out of 10 possible points for maintainability. Let's remember that their competitors - Samsung Galaxy Buds, on the contrary, showed a decent result - 6 points out of 10.