AppleEarPods with Lightning Connector ​​​​​​​(2024)

Absolutely a great device, amazing sound quality, comparable to air pods, and it is compatible with other devices which have USB-C. This is amazing for its price range and having used it for a long time it is very durable too. It is comfortable and the design allows for easy detangling.

Despite owning the latest Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation, USB-C) — which are brilliant in their own right — I keep coming back to these humble Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector. I’ve bought them repeatedly for over a decade, and honestly, I can’t imagine not having a pair nearby. Lightweight, simple, and more comfortable than most modern alternatives, especially for one specific use: sleep.While AirPods Pro offer incredible noise cancellation and wireless convenience, I find them unsuitable for overnight use. I sleep on my side, and the pressure from bulky buds can quickly cause ear soreness or dislodge them. The EarPods, on the other hand, rest so lightly in the ear that I barely feel them, even when my head’s on a very soft latex pillow. The flat shape doesn’t press deep into the ear canal, making them ideal for hours of use without discomfort.Of course, sleeping with earphones is something I researched thoroughly. To do it safely, I follow a strict hygiene routine. After every use, I spray the ear tips and mesh grilles with isopropyl alcohol from a small atomiser bottle, wipe them gently, and let them dry. I also regularly clean my ears, avoid excess wax build-up, and switch sleeping sides during the night for balance. It's a habit built over years and has never caused any irritation or infection.Functionally, EarPods still hold up. The audio is clean, vocals are crisp, and the inline remote is responsive and intuitive. There’s no battery to worry about, no Bluetooth pairing faff, and no signal drops. Plug in, press play, done. For podcasts, audiobooks, or ambient sounds through the night — they’re perfect. The Lightning connector is also more secure for sleep use than USB-C variants, which can wiggle loose.Sure, they’re not audiophile-grade, and they won’t blow you away with bass. But for nightly use, long listening sessions, or minimalist convenience, I can’t think of a better wired earphone. They’ve never failed me. I’ll continue to buy them for as long as Apple makes them. Quietly brilliant — and entirely dependable.

Given these earphones 4/5. These are the basic usb-c headphones for anything usb-c related but I've been using them on my iPhone and MacBook Air. They are super cheap but the audio quality is great. They are lightweight, so not annoying in your ear. Connecting to my MacBook Air by usb c also allows for the volume control to work.The only downside is that I have to keep adjusting the earphones to sit in my ears. But once sat down and working away, the earphones dont move and the music still sounds amazing, for a pair of £19 earphones!Only reason I got these as I have a pair of Jabra 85T and they annoy me for long periods due to a tiny hiss and they make my ears itch a little due to the rubber.I'm glad I got these.

Excellent quality and sound. Fits Apple I-Pad 2025. Very nice fit in the ear, not loose.

Fabulous product. Worth paying the extra as being a genuine Apple product they work perfectly with my iPhone where as the cheaper products do not!

Good design by apple - cheap imitations don’t last long. Although expensive you save money in the long run

Great fit and sound quality

The sound quality is good, but the wire is too weak at the separation point, making them prone to damage. For the price, I expected better durability. Too expensive for this issue. Comfortable in the ears and fit well.