? Wired Charging Only
One advantage that Apple’s new AirPods do still have is the ability to recharge wirelessly via the AirPods Wireless Charging case. While you’ll pay an extra $40 premium for the wireless charging version, it can be a handy way to ensure your AirPods stay juiced up if you use them on the go a lot. Of course, it’s worth noting that it’s only the AirPods case that charges wirelessly — you can’t drop an individual AirPods onto a Qi charger for some quick juice.
Oddly, Powerbeats Pro doesn’t gain this feature, requiring that you use a Lightning cable to charge the case. With the battery life that Powerbeats Pro offers, this may not be something that matters to everyone, but it’s a distinction worth keeping in mind, and with rumours that this year’s iPhones may provide wireless charging power, it’s an area where AirPods may still have the advantage.