Do AirPods work well with Android?

AirPods connect to Android via standard Bluetooth but lose many features: no automatic ear detection, no Siri, no seamless device switching, limited codec support (AAC only), and no spatial audio. For the same price, Android-optimized earbuds from Samsung, Sony, or Google provide a far better experience.

What is LDAC and why does it matter?

LDAC is Sony's high-resolution wireless audio codec that transmits up to 990kbps — roughly three times the bitrate of standard Bluetooth audio. On Android, LDAC support is built in, meaning LDAC earbuds can stream near-CD-quality audio from any Android phone. It's the single biggest audio advantage Android has over iOS.

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