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GigabitEthernet

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Jun 21, 2013
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Love my AirPods but I find the lack of noise cancelling (either active or via changeable ear tips, I like to use Comply tips on other earphones), make them frustrating to use on public transport.

What is the best alternative that has noise cancelling/has changeable ear tips?
 

Jason Honer

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Aug 13, 2018
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Love my AirPods but I find the lack of noise cancelling (either active or via changeable ear tips, I like to use Comply tips on other earphones), make them frustrating to use on public transport.

What is the best alternative that has noise cancelling/has changeable ear tips?
I really like the Bose SoundSports. Decent passive noise canceling and EXCELLENT customer support. Recently got a new pair a year after the warranty expired.
 

sparksd

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Jun 7, 2015
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I really like the Bose SoundSports. Decent passive noise canceling and EXCELLENT customer support. Recently got a new pair a year after the warranty expired.

In addition to the AirPods, I also have the SoundSports (version with wire between earpieces) and really like them. While not noise cancelling, they are much, much better than the AirPods at noise isolation. And I find the sound to be better overall. But the AirPods are incredibly convenient and work well in a quiet environment.
 
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Jason Honer

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Aug 13, 2018
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Boston MA
In addition to the AirPods, I also have the SoundSports (version with wire between earpieces) and really like them. While not noise cancelling, they are much, much better than the AirPods at noise isolation. And I find the sound to be better overall. But the AirPods are incredibly convenient and work well in a quiet environment.
They fall out of my ears. Can’t use them.
 

Jim165

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Using the new Jabra 65t Elites. I still don’t like the form factor of the AirPods, and these were suggested as the best alternative. I must say, they are fantastic at noise isolation initially but I’m having issues with the included ear tips. I don’t like the included silicone tips as they don’t keep the seal in my ear for long due to their shallow design....a little sweat will cause them to fall out. Not sure if my ear canals are larger than usual, but I need some OEM tips larger than the large included. Tried some Comply tips and the bass, seal, and fittment improved, but the IEMs won’t fit into the charging case with them on. For now, there doesn’t seem to be an alternative foam ear tip that fits in the charging case. The IEMs themselves are great with 5hr use and 2 recharges from the case. Very discreet design and call quality is good.
 
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