Adam Kos Rain or sweat? That's dry, says Apple in the advertising slogan of its 3rd generation AirPods or AirPods Pro. In contrast, AirPods 2nd generation and AirPods Max are not waterproof in any way. So does this mean that the waterproof AirPods can also be taken to the pool or other water activities? It could be tempting, but the reality is different.
AirPods do take into account the demands you put on yourself, and therefore also resist sweat and water. With sweat, it's fairly clear because it's not extreme soaking, but rather just moisture. With water, the situation is a little different. Apple states that the AirPods are resistant according to the IPX4 specification, so they won't wash you out in the rain or during a tough workout. And here it is important - the rains.
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IPX4 and IEC 60529 standard
Although AirPods (3rd generation) and AirPods Pro have been tested under controlled laboratory conditions and meet said IEC 60529 specification, their durability is not permanent and may decrease over time due to normal wear and tear. So that's the first warning. The more you expose them to even sweat and rain, the less waterproof they become. After all, it's the same with iPhones.
The second caveat is that if you look at the footnote for AirPods at the bottom of the Apple Online Store, you will be told specifically that AirPods (3rd generation) and AirPods Pro are sweat and water resistant in other than water sports. And at least swimming is, of course, a water sport. In addition, after clicking on the link, you will explicitly learn that: "AirPods Pro and AirPods (3rd generation) are not intended for use in the shower or for water sports such as swimming."
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What not to do with AirPods
That's the difference between waterproof and waterproof. In the first case, it is only a surface splash with liquid that does not create any pressure on the device. Water resistance typically determines how much pressure the device can withstand before water penetrates it. Even running or splashing water can therefore damage the AirPods. In addition, they cannot be resealed in any way, nor can you check how their water resistance is currently.
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So consider the waterproofness of AirPods as an added value and not a feature. At least it's nice to know that if they get splashed with liquid, it won't hurt them in any way, but it's not wise to expose them to water on purpose. By the way, below is a list of what you shouldn't do with AirPods.
- Put AirPods under running water (in the shower, under the tap).
- Use them while swimming.
- Immerse them in water.
- Put them in the washing machine and dryer.
- Wear them in the steam and sauna.
Who on earth would wear headphones to the pool? Why??