Ultimate Guide to AirPods Clones in 2021

Towy Creek

26 min readJan 25, 2021

AirReps Ultimate Guide

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OVERVIEW

NOTE: THIS GUIDE DOES GUARANTEE ERROR-FREE INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

Whatever the reason, you’re here cause you want to have a pair of AirPods, but it’s likely that you just can’t justify spending $150+ dollars on a pair of earphones (or $250+ for AirPods Pros) that will last you a year or two, or maybe even shorter as they’re easily lost.

Well after reading this guide, there’s almost no reason to buy AirPods from Apple, as the replicas are almost as good and getting better day by day.

So… ENTER → The “AirReps Ultimate Guide” !

This guide is made to help you and the community quickly find out everything about the best replica AirPods, what to look out for, how to buy and troubleshoot.

We are constantly updating this guide, so if you’re reading this, it will be the latest information available.

But the best way to get continued support, help and the latest news about AirPods replicas is to join our discord! You’ll make some great friends while you’re here!

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SELLERS

• Sellers will be added to this list only after their products have sufficient positive reviews on the subreddit and on the discord. Occasionally, you may receive a poor product from them and they may be unwilling to give you a full refund/replacement. Ultimately, you’re purchasing from a third-party that attempts to replicate AirPods. Do not expect traditional standards of high customer service or buyer protection. They are usually cooperative but be prepared for this. BUY AT YOUR OWN RISK

• There are many other sellers of AirPods clones that you can find yourself. Just be aware that they may not have verified reviews here, and reviews on Aliexpress, DHgate and other Chinese e-commerce websites are often illegitimate or biased, with the intention of drawing buyers in. If you’re insistent on purchasing an unverified product, you can buy one to test it — it may be good, it may not. Regardless, update the staff team of the outcome.

• There are also re-sellers such as PodsBay, BlackPods, Knockies, MGET etc. who sell these same products at a higher price. This sometimes gets you an improved purchasing experience by utilizing things like a warranty, buyer protection, customer service, express shipping etc. You can buy from a reseller if these things are important to you; however, we always ask that you’re cautious when doing so as there are a notable amount of poor experiences with resellers. Usually, they’re overpriced and occasionally they look to scam or exploit buyers, with unethical business practices. NOTE: Buying from resellers does not automatically mean you’ll get a “better” product in comparison to the traditional sellers. Sometimes you’ll even receive a much worse product.

PACKAGING

• No-logo box: A white, generic box, shaped like the AirPods box. It has the AirPods image but no “AirPods” text, Apple logos or trademarks. The manual inside and the charging cable* is also generic. They do not have the AirPods serial numbers provided.

• Apple logo box: This looks like the AirPods box that you would receive after purchasing from Apple or another legitimate retailer. It has the traditional “AirPods” text and Apple logos on the outside, the manuals inside are similar to the Apple ones, and the charging cable* has Apple markings. Requesting an “Apple box” may lead to higher risk of the product getting stopped in customs, ultimately ending in a fine or destruction of the product. Although the risk increases, it is usually not a big issue in most countries.

• Box quality can vary from very good with correct embossing and aligned text, to sloppier or lower quality. If this is a particular concern, try and contact the seller to get photos of the box, before you purchase. — It’s important to note that sometimes the box or packaging may arrive to you slightly dented or creased on the outside. Please do not instantly move to blame the seller, it’s more likely that either the international courier or your local courier was negligent in their handling of the product.

*The charging cable included in the box may not support data transfer like many other USB cables, due to the sellers “cheaping out” and just putting dummy pins on the cables instead of real working pins.

CONNECTIVITY

• iOS popup shows up almost instantly, can vary from seller and batch. Can be faster than retail AirPods.

• Range is pretty much the same on all of them (around 10 meters) — if there are no thick walls or other obstructions, you can go almost as far as original AirPods

• Latency usually is better on some replicas than on retail AirPods. This means better sync between audio and video. Playback websites such as YouTube automatically adjust for latency.

• None of these reps currently support connecting to multiple devices at once (iCloud Connect) from what we know.

• Some of the newer clones can have problems connecting to macOS, if this happens please refer to the Troubleshooting section.

• You might experience the pods having issues playing audio on iOS, this is usually caused by Apple WatchOS 7+. This causes iOS to send all audio output to the watch not the airpods. The fix is in the Troubleshooting section.

*Some batches/units can connect. Some units don’t connect at first, but there is a fix that usually works, see Troubleshooting.

BATTERY LIFE

• Average battery life is around 3 hours per charge for all models, with normal use at normal volume (75%) The AirPods case will charge the pods fully 2–3 times on average after a full charge. The latest AirPods Gen 2 replica, the V3M, boasts 5–6 hours of battery per charge.

• Battery life can vary slightly depending on the version, the chip, and the particular batch. We have seen newer models hitting 5 hours of battery time, but don’t expect this.

• Battery levels are not always accurate (on iOS*) but they will beep at low battery (20%) like the originals. On Android, you can check battery levels in Bluetooth Devices, or use apps like TWTools (https://airreps.info/twtools), Materialpods, or Andropods etc. This has been fixed in newer replicas.

• Wireless charging works. Not recommended for extended periods as they can overheat and might melt unless you like smelling burnt plastic. Do not use Fast Charging* (cable or wireless) as they will break!

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FEATURES

• All current models have Name Changing, GPS (iOS only) and changing Tap Controls (iOS *and MacOS only). Certain models support Spatial Audio, Audio Share and Live Listen (allboth iOS only). Certain AirPods Pro models support Transparency Mode (iOS only), new models support Active Noise Cancelling but is not completely perfected compared to retail Airpods ANC, and it will take time for ANC to be completely perfected.

• In-ear sensors are almost instant — around 1-second* delay to pause music when removed from ears. The “beep” sound when putting them in the ear is the correct Apple sound, although lower quality on some models/batches.

• Tap controls / Force Touch controls take some getting used to, but work. For 2nd generation replicas, they require a firm tap not a soft touch like the originals. For Pro models, they only require a light push/squeeze, but not a touch.

• Mic quality is not the best. Definitely usable but a bit worse than originals. However, the mic quality of the V3M (latest Airpods 2 rep) is very comparable to the originals’ mic quality.

• Some models have Red/Blue/Green LEDs only when resetting or malfunctioning. These will never come on during normal use. These LEDs may turn on when the pods disconnect from each other, if this happens please refer to the Troubleshooting section and do a pairing reset.

*Varies on batch to batch basis.

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ANC EXPLAINED

As mentioned in this guide, Active Noise Cancellation or ANC for short, is a technological feature that gives a sensation of “cancelled noise” to a listener. This is done using the principles of constructive and destructive interference, where an “anti-noise” that opposes the sound waves of the ambient outside noise is produced, leading to a cancellation effect.

While ANC ideally strives to eliminate as much external noise as possible, very few headsets actually provide a completely noiseless experience.

While the fundamental concept of ANC is consistent, there are 3 individual implementations: Feedback, Feedforward and Hybrid, each variation with its own advantages and disadvantages.

Feedback ANC (Filter Microphone inside the ear cup)

This method revolves around a microphone placed within the ear cup, so that it picks up exactly the same sounds that the listener would be exposed to, allowing it to better adapt to sudden changes and signal corrections. It works on a fairly large range of frequencies, and still works fairly well even if the headset is worn in an odd or unfamiliar fashion.

However, it struggles to handle high frequency sounds, being particularly unsuccessful in surprising noise between the 1000–2000 Hz range. An improper design also poses the risk of noise feedback (high-pitch shrill that sometimes comes from a microphone). Also, because the filter microphone is inside the ear cup, feedback AN can quite easily filter out your music as it gets mixed in with the noise, it’s trying to cancel.

Feedforward ANC (Filter Microphone outside the ear cup)

A feedforward setup centers around an external microphone, which processes the noise before the user hears it and then creates an anti-noise frequency before sending the filtered noise to the listener. This is great because it captures the noise early and hence has more time to respond in the production of the anti-noise. This allows it to better succeed at reducing high-frequency noises of up to 1000–2000 Hz.

Unfortunately, it lacks self-correction, since it never actually gets to hear the anti-noise it’s producing. It just assumes that the person listening won’t hear any noise. If the headset is slanted weirdly, this can sometimes end up amplifying the noise at certain frequencies.

Also, feedforward ANC works in a much smaller range of frequencies and since it’s external, it’s much more exposed to the outside world and sensitive to noises like wind.

Hybrid ANC (Filter Microphone inside AND outside the ear cup)

As the name suggests, the hybrid variations combine the best of both worlds by having an external and internal microphone. This means you essentially get all the benefits and no disadvantages. Hybrid ANC suppresses noise at a broader range, adapts to sudden changes in noise and isn’t sensitive to headset placement.

Obviously this comes at a great cost, as the utilisation of two microphones, often results in up to double the price. The technology behind Hybrid ANC is more complicated and requires more expertise to perfect, making it pricier overall. Apple’s retail AirPods Pros use this hybrid variation, which is one of the reasons for their high pricing. We can even see examples of this technology being replicated in the AirPods clone market. HiCity’s newly released v4.5 (featuring the Airoha 1562A chipset) also replicates the hybrid ANC effect to provide a full and authentic noise cancelling experience

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BUILD QUALITY

• Overall, the case and pods have a good weight to them; some models might even have the accurate weight as well.

• The hinge on some models is plastic with metallic paint, while some use a real metal hinge. Some plastic hinges feel cheap — they squeak, move, and don’t feel overall solid. Not unusable but noticeable when compared to originals. Metal hinges feel significantly better.

• The “Designed by Apple” text on the back is in a similar font. The text inside the case and buds looks similar but does not say the same thing as originals. Some batches have real serial numbers while some don’t. On some batches, the text is not straight or might be a lighter or darker grey text than the originals. Text quality varies by seller.

• The back button is flush with the case, but on some models, it clicks louder than the original and doesn’t feel as smooth. Some batches have a more sticking out / pronounced button.

• All the latest models have reverse magnets so the lid keeps itself open when needed.

• Some models have an LED diffuser to dim the LED.

• On AirPod Pro replicas, make sure to not force off the eartips if they don’t come off, as it could be damaging. Be sure to twist and pull during eartips removal, and hold the pod by its tip and not by the stem to prevent any damage being caused to the pod.

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SOUND QUALITY

• The best widely available AirPods 2 and AirPods Pro reps are about 8–9/10 in sound quality when compared with the originals

• Sound quality can vary depending on the version, the chip, and the batch. Many models have a focus on bass, but it’s not overpowering. Mids come through nicely, but highs could be better (The EQ can vary from seller to seller, you can always tune this yourself).

• We’d recommend these for genres like Rap or EDM. If you listen to genres like Rock where songs have a lot of different instruments, they can get a little messy.

• You can use the following EQ’s if you don’t like how they sound or use them as a guide to creating your own: EQ1: https://airreps.info/eqspotify | EQ2: https://airreps.info/eqspotify2

• Delay is around 50–150 ms depending on the version. It’s barely noticeable, for reference the originals have between 140–200 ms delay.

• Some older batches may come with a faint clicking sound in one of the ears when nothing is playing. This should go away when audio is played. There is currently no known way to fix this. Some batches may also have one ear louder than the other, this can be fixed in settings or physically for a better effect as mentioned in troubleshooting — https://airreps.info/lrfix

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FAQ

DO AIRPODS PRO SOUND BETTER THAN AIRPODS 2?
• Since AirPods Pro actually seals into the ear, they sound significantly better than AirPods 2, which are shaped to let outside noise in. However, the AirPods 2 clones do sound closer to the original than the AirPods Pro clones at this point. Get whichever shape and fit you prefer

WEBSITE/YOUTUBER SAYS THEY HAVE xxx FEATURE?
• The versions sold on Alibaba are the very latest that are widely available. Don’t believe websites or YouTuber’s who say they have an even newer version with x and y new features.

HOW DO I CHANGE SETTINGS ON ANDROID?
• If you use Android, make all your touch settings changes on an iPhone [https://airreps.info/iossettings] it should carry over to your Android (although sometimes this doesn’t work)

CAN I CHARGE FAKE AIRPODS IN A REAL CASE?
• No. They will charge, but there is a chance they will break soon after. Don’t charge fake pods in a real case, and don’t charge real pods in a fake case.

WILL AIRPODS CASES FIT?
• All soft silicone protective cases will fit, but hard plastic cases won’t fit most clones (mostly older models as they are a bit bigger than the originals). Some hard cases will fit, but may not come of or mess up the button if it sticks out a bit.

ARE AIRPODS MAX REPS OUT YET?

• Airpods Max replicas are not out just yet, but we expect to see them within the next 1–2 months. The price is expected to be 80–90$ along with Airoha and supposedly Jerry chipsets being utilized. Stay tuned at r/AirReps and the AirReps Discord to be informed exactly when they are released!

AirReps Dictionary

Not sure what W2C means? What’s ANC? Don’t be confused, here’s a comprehensive dictionary explaining some of the lingo often used in the AirReps community.

W2C: Where To Cop/Where To Buy

[1] Often used when looking for the source or seller of a particular product. Essentially means, “Where can I buy this item?”

“ Can you put the W2C for the V3.9’s in the subreddit?.”

[2] Can also be used when providing where to buy a particular item.

“ I’ll put the W2C in #clone-reviews tomorrow.”

Reps/Clones: Replicas

[1] Product imitations with the intention of copying a particular product (in this case AirPod) as precisely as possible. This is not the same as a ‘knockoff’.

“ Where can I get the best AirPod replicas?.”

Knockoffs

[1] A spin-off or recreation of a product, but is noticeably not the same branding, as the brand it’s trying to “knock-off” (often to avoid counterfeit product charges/infringing intellectual property rights).

“He got them Gucce shoes on.”

GP: Guinea Pig

Guinea Pigging is kinda like being a test subject, but you’re more dignified than that, so you’re like a pioneer! In this case, you will be the first to order a seller’s item. This means you’ll be the first to get pictures of their product and oftentimes you’ll post them to be checked for quality by the community. This sometimes means you can take a W or an L in terms of the quality of the product, but regardless you’re helping to inform the community, and we appreciate it.

“ Is anyone willing to GP Troy’s V4’s or Xiao Daniel’s Gen 2’s?.”

QC: Quality Control [PICS]

[1] Quality Control (QC for short) PICS are pictures that are used to verify that a purchased product is of good quality.

“ Can you send me the QC pics for HiCity v2.5’s?.”

[2] In its proper meaning Quality Control refers to how sellers maintain standards in manufactured products by testing a sample of the output to ensure their products are functioning correctly.

“ Vincent’s QC has gotten really poor recently. So many batches are defective!.”

LC: Legit Check

Much like the name states, this refers to when someone wants to confirm that the product they just purchased is legitimate. This is often seen when someone buys AirPods, but not from a retailer (e.g. off a person-person second hand website, like eBay or Facebook Marketplace) and they want to be sure they’re getting the real thing. Hence, legit checks are a great way of finding out if an item you’re purchasing is authentic or not.

“ Can someone LC these AirPod Pro’s for me? Someone’s offering them on Facebook Marketplace for $130, which seems too good to be true.”

Agent: Freight agent/shipping forwarder

An agent is a third-party who helps safely mitigate your purchase from the seller (often in China) to you. They act like a representative for the buyer and try to ensure that your product is not faulty or damaged, and that you get exactly what you think you’re buying.

“You might need to use an agent to get them, as currently Hicity doesn’t ship to the Philippines.”

“The seller tried to trick me by sending i12’s but luckily my agent provided QC pics, and I was able to return it.”

Markings

The text on the case and AirPods that provides general info about the AirPods, including the “Designed by Apple in California” text, model numbers & serial numbers with product info in the case.

Transparency mode

An ambient sound mode that uses a microphone to allow you to hear some environmental sounds while also listening to the audio from your AirPods Pro. This is particularly helpful in allowing in important, louder noises that you need to be conscious of, such as traffic or the boarding gate call at an airport.

“I love transparency mode because I can focus in on the music from my AirPods and I can hear when the phone’s ringing.”

Version Info

EVERY WIDELY MISSING FEATURE

AIRPODS GEN 2: (Based of V3M)
Mac Support
Multi-Device Connect
About / Serial Number Page
Improved SFX

AIRPODS PRO: (Based of V4.5)
1.1 Noise Cancelling (it’s fairly close already)
Mac Support
Multi-Device Connect
Microphone Improvement
About / Serial Number Page (Some do and some don’t have it)
Improved SFX

ALL HAVE: Name Changing | GPS (iOS only) | Changing Tap Controls (iOS only)
ALL MISSING: Multi-Device Connect (iCloud Connect)

LIST IS IN ORDER FROM NEWER TO OLDER

Chipset tier list: https://airreps.info/tierlist

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AIRPODS 2

V3M (Current Holy Grail) Find reviews

v3 Find reviews

v2.5 Find reviews

v2 Find reviews

v1.5 Find reviews

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AIRPODS PRO

v4.5 (Current Holy Grail) Find reviews

v4 Find reviews

CHIP: Airoha 1562/A+ANC1425 or Bluetrum 8892A

v3.9 Find reviews

v3.8 Find reviews

Older pro clone models have been removed from the list as we do not encourage anyone to buy older versions than these.

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Click here to read detailed information about current chipsets used in replicas and get the latest firmware for your AirPods.

FAQ

A SIMILAR COMMUNITY HAS NEWER PRODUCTS?
The products listed above are the greatest of the greatest, we update it every day and make sure the product quality meets our standards before it makes it way onto the guide, similar communities might have lower standards and want to show that they have the newest products even though they might not have them at all. It could also be caused due to them using a different naming scheme than AirReps.

WHICH ONE IS THE BEST?
The * one rep at the top of the list is the latest model, the other ones are previous models. Find one that fits your budget, ships to your country, has the features you need etc. Search for its reviews and make your own decision.

WHAT VERSION IS THIS CLONE I FOUND?
There’s no way to tell without using it — pictures and chip numbers that sellers tell you don’t mean anything. Don’t ask sellers things like “is this v2.5?”, they won’t understand. You can buy random ones if you want to take the risk. Otherwise, buy from the verified sellers above to know exactly which model you’re getting

HOW DO I CHECK WHAT CHIP I HAVE?
Download the Airoha Headset app and try to connect your AirPods to it. If they connect they are Airoha. You can also download the AirReps 156X Airoha app on Android and try to connect your AirPods to the app. The app will tell you exactly what chipset is being used in your reps (only if they are Airoha). If they don’t connect, then use this method:

Check the audio codec of your AirPods. To do this you need to use an Android 8.1 or Higher but lower than 10 device, or Mac.

ANDROID METHOD https://airreps.info/androidcodeccheck
MAC METHOD https://airreps.info/maccodeccheck

At the moment, it is hard to tell from the codec, as most chipsets now support AAC, but if it has SBC you can be sure the reps are using a lower end chipset.

HOW DO I CHECK MY AIRPODS ARE REAL?
The quickest way is to connect them to an iPhone and go to Settings > General > About. There should be an “AirPods” section when you scroll down. If there is no AirPods section it’s fake. If there is an AirPods section, make sure the Serial Number shown there matches the serial number on the inside of the AirPods lid — http://airreps.info/aboutsection However, some of the newest reps do have a working about page. In this case, for the Airpods Pro, you can check if Spatial Audio is working — make sure there is a noticeable difference in sound and that head tracking is working correctly. If the About page is there, for Airpods, you can check the firmware version in the About page — make sure it matches the latest AirPods firmware released by Apple.

If you can’t do this before buying, make a post on the r/airreps subreddit or on the Discord and someone will help you

IS i9999, SUPERPODS ETC. BETTER THAN SUPERCOPY OR THE LINKS IN THE GUIDE?
These names used to represent upgrades etc. Sadly, Chinese sellers saw this as an opportunity to make it look like they had the newer product while just selling the same product. Ignore all the numbers that sellers use, and marketing words like “superpods” — they don’t mean anything anymore.

Ordering

https://airreps.info/buyingdescription

BUYING FROM ALIEXPRESS/ALIBABA

• You can buy from Ali the same way as buying anything else online. It’s safe and your card details are encrypted through AliPay. Just don’t expect free returns, full refunds, or great customer service like Amazon. Even if the product is faulty, there is no 100% guarantee that you will receive a full refund. BUY AT YOUR OWN RISK

• Always try to pay with a credit card or debit card that allows chargeback. This will be helpful if the seller doesn’t agree to a refund.

• In the order details box put “No logo box, with text on the case, declare Gift and Value: $11 please” when ordering.

OR If you want the box with Apple logos, you can put “with Apple box” instead of “no logo box”. BUT there is a higher chance of it being seized at customs, and you possibly won’t get a refund. Personally, we don’t recommend it since it’s just the logo on the box, the AirPods inside are exactly the same, but if you really want it you can take the risk.

• After you buy, go to your order page and see what the name of your product is (e.g. Pro Airoha white). Click Contact Supplier to message the seller and confirm they’re sending that one. Don’t ask them things like “is this v2.5 with an Airoha chip?”, they don’t use these names. You can also ask about the “No logo box, with text on the case, declare Gift and Value: $11” to see if it’s possible. NOTE: Some sellers may tell you they aren’t able to do this.

IMPORTANT: By letting the sellers know that you’re from the AirReps community, they’re pressured to give you better service because of our standards. It also gives us better leverage for future buyers like you. For both you and us, please let them know that you’re from our AirReps community!

• In your Order page on Ali, there will be a shipping countdown that will auto-confirm delivery after a number of days. If the timer has 1 day left and you still haven’t received them, make sure you click “Extend Shipping Time” to extend it 15 more days. Only click “Order Received” once you have them and have checked they work properly.

If you order from HiCity, you might want to consider buying through his official website (https://hicity.airreps.info/) instead as he cannot sell with apple markings on the airpods themselves on AliExpress. Note: There will be no corporation-backed buyer guarantee, but HiCity has shown us in the past that he’s trustworthy.

QC and LC

Hey there, if you’re reading this, then you probably either are looking to quality check (QC) your replica airpods, or you’re looking to buy retails. In this segment of the guide, we will discuss how you can see the difference between retail airpods and replicas. We will start from the more simple methods and gradually go to the more advanced ones. PS: If the price seems too good, it probably is.

First off, we will start with the simple ones to check design flaws.
• Check if the LED is diffused (frosted, or in other words has transparent (almost greyish) plastic inside instead of it being just a hole). If they have this, that is an extra point up to legit. This method works with all AirPods, 1st generation up to pro.

• Check if the hinge color looks right on the case, here are some reference pictures:
AirPods wired case 1st/2nd gen:
https://airreps.info/files/uploads/main-qimg-0e51e09bb85fb9763b1c33efd0539eec.jpg
AirPods 2nd gen wireless case:
https://airreps.info/files/uploads/48327858837_f924e7e4a1_o.jpg
AirPods pro case:
https://airreps.info/files/uploads/airpods-pro-vietnam-1590136750-3357-1590143827.jpg

• Check that the button on the case is flush with the rest of the case. If it isn’t, they are replicas, as the button should be flush with the case.

• We will not go over the text on them that includes certifications and serial/model numbers, as these vary heavily on what region they were sold in.

We will now go over software differences.
• First off, we will start with the most obvious one, the popup. The popup should show up generally within 2–3 seconds (with Bluetooth on).

• Then, we will check if they have device settings on the “i” button by the bluetooth name in settings. This works for iOS 10 or higher with 1st generation and iOS 12.2 for the 2nd generation airpods. AirPods Pros have support from iOS 13.2 and higher.

• Now, we will check the “About Page”. Go into the settings app when having the pods connected, click on the “About” section. Scroll down, and see if there is a page called “AirPods” or “AirPods Pro” (There should be on retail). Now check that the serial number in that settings is the same as in the case.

• On AirPods Pro, you can check in the earlier mentioned airpods settings that there is a toggle called “Spatial Audio” (iOS 14+, iPhone 7 or newer). If it exists, that gives extra points. Now try it out using the demo that Apple provides. It should sound like the audio is coming directly from the speakers of the phone when the feature is enabled, and you should be able to walk around the phone with the audio sounding like it’s coming from the phone (when in reality no one else can hear it).

These are the main steps in LC/QC:ing airpods, if you feel like you need more help, please make sure to join the AirReps Discord server https://airreps.info/discord

Links

LIST IS IN ORDER FROM NEWER TO OLDER

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AIRPODS 2

v3m (Latest)
HICITY (no Apple text) https://airreps.link/hcv3md [open on desktop]
*If you want Apple Text you need to purchase the reps through HiCity’s official website: https://hicity.airreps.info

You may also contact HiCity on his WhatsApp: +86 137 1229 5625* (you will need to wait until he goes online to get a quick response), and he usually wants you to pay through TransferWise

EARPHONEMAX https://airreps.link/epxv3md (Use code “AIRREPS01” for 2$ off)

v3
VINCENT https://airreps.link/vv25 [Choose “Airoha Stable Version”]

v2 (Value)
Currently no sellers

v1.5 (Budget)
VINCENT https://airreps.link/vv25 [Choose “Jerry Version”]

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AIRPODS PRO

v4.5 (Latest)
VINCENT: https://airreps.link/vv45 [Choose “V4.5”]

HICITY: (no Apple text) https://airreps.link/hcv45d [open on desktop]
*If you want Apple Text you need to purchase the reps through HiCity’s official website: https://hicity.airreps.info

v4
HICITY (no Apple text) https://airreps.link/hcv4blued
*If you want Apple Text you need to purchase the reps through HiCity’s official website: https://hicity.airreps.info

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FAQ

WILL I GET A GOOD QUALITY UNIT?
Build quality, sound quality, reliability, is are always a gamble with reps. You could buy 2 of the same product from the same seller, and the quality could be completely different. There is no way to guarantee good quality, but the sellers above usually have good quality.

HOW DO I CONTACT SELLERS?
Join the AirReps Discord Server for all the seller’s WhatsApp numbers since they are not publicized. You can also message them through Ali by clicking “Contact Supplier”.

MINIMUM ORDER IS MORE THAN ONE?
Click “Buy Sample” to buy just a single one or just contact the seller informing you need only one. They can create an order for you.

I ORDERED x DAYS AGO AND IT HASN’T ARRIVED YET?
It can take a while to ship out from China. Tracking disappears when it leaves China and only updates once it reaches customs in your country. If it’s been a long time and there still isn’t even a tracking number, message your seller for an update.

If your tracking info is in Chinese, copy the tracking number and paste it into https://www.17track.net/, or open the tracking updates on a computer and paste them into Google Translate.

MY CARD DOESN’T WORK?
Message the seller and ask if they’ll take a different form of payment (beware that some alternative payment methods don’t offer buyer protection e.g. Transferwise and Xoom). If not, try another card or a different seller. You can also try verifying your card through Apple Pay (if you have access to an iOS device), and purchasing through Apple Pay.

SHIPPING COST IS TOO HIGH?
Message the seller and ask if they can offer cheaper shipping through ePacket etc, or see if they can ship it through an agent. If not, try a different seller.

Troubleshooting

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COMMON ISSUES:

MACOS INCOMPATIBILITY
This issue is caused by iCloud verification failing, as the replicas do not support iCloud fully. The issue can be fixed by first forgetting the airpods on any iCloud device (iOS, iPadOS, WatchOS etc) you have connected to before.

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AUDIO/VIDEO KEEPS PAUSING FREQUENTLY FOR NO REASON WHEN USING THE AIRPODS
This is very common on cheaper replicas, it is caused by the in ear detection sensors. This can also happen when the pods don’t fit your ear fully. The fix is to either choose other eartips (on pros) or turn off in ear detection through settings.

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AIRPODS STAY CONNECTED AFTER CLOSING THE CASE
This is an issue that is caused by the magnets inside the case and the hall sensor that checks in which position the magnetic field is, to fix this issue you will need to follow the steps in this youtube tutorial:
https://youtu.be/kv5Ixw_YY2E

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SOUND QUALITY IS BAD / ISSUES WITH BASS ON iOS
This issue is caused by Headphone Accomodations being on by default. You will need to turn this off.
Go to Settings > Accessibility > Audio / Visual > Headphone Accomodations and turn it off.

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PAIRING RESET
This reset will help if only one pod is working, and it starts slowly flashing every time you open the case. It is very simple.

• Hold the back pairing button for 2–3 seconds while the pods are in the case.

That’s it. It’s that simple.

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SOFT RESET

• Forget your device from Bluetooth settings, then turn off Bluetooth.

• Open the lid and hold the back button for a few seconds, until the light flashes, then close the lid. Don’t worry if your light doesn’t flash the same as in the image.

• Wait a full minute, then turn on Bluetooth, open the lid and try to reconnect

• If it doesn’t work, take the pods out and put them back in. Close the lid and wait for the light to turn off. Then open it and try again. It can take 3–4 SOFT RESETS to work. If it doesn’t try a HARD RESET

Click on the link to view an image of how to soft reset https://airreps.info/softreset

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HARD RESET

• Forget your device from Bluetooth settings

• Leave the pods outside of the case for several hours to let the battery fully drain. Leave the case open. It’s important to not have any residual charge left, so leave it out one full day or more

• Once it’s drained, put the pods back in the case and charge the case for a while

• Then, do a SOFT RESET. It can take 3–4 SOFT RESETS to work

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L/R IMBALANCE FIX (the easy way)

Head to Settings > Accessibility on an iOS device. Alternatively on an Android device: <In the Settings app, select Accessibility from the list. On the Accessibility screen, scroll down to the Audio and On-Screen Text section.> Here, you can adjust the left/right volume balance. Move the slider until the audio seems to be calibrated right.

Next way is for advanced users, with basic soldering experience. L/R IMBALANCE FIX (the hard way, but usually works better for stable bass and audio)
If one of your AirPods is quieter or louder than the other you can try this community-written guide: https://airreps.info/outofphase Being “quieter” is not the correct description actually, they are out of phase. This happens when the people assembling the earbuds miswire one of them, resulting in an unpleasant sound and apparent lack of bass from one side. You can test your pair for phase alignment using this test.

CAN’T CONNECT TO MACOS:
Forget the AirPods from your iPhone. (Seems to be an issue with iCloud Connect.) Try to connect it now with your Mac. (Optional) If you hear no sound playing from them when they’re connected, try to reset them.

Audio doesn’t play while Apple Watch is connected “WatchOS 7+ Issue”

THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN FIXED ON THE LATEST FIRMWARE/VERSION OF THE CLONES, UPDATE YOUR V3M/V4.5 IF YOU’RE EXPERIENCING THIS

If you’re running WatchOS you might experience issues with your AirPods clones like them not connecting or freezing up your phone, this can be fixed in two ways.
Credits to SykadeLick#4034 on discord for tracking down the issue.
1. Works for all types
• Power off your Apple Watch/Put it in airplane mode
• Your AirPods should now function correctly.

2. Only works for AirPods Pro clones • With your AirPods Pro in your ears, go to Settings > Bluetooth on your iOS device.
• Tap the info button next to your AirPods in the list of devices.
• Tap Ear Tip Fit Test.
• Tap Continue, then tap the Play button.
• Your AirPods Pro should now function correctly.

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This should fix major issues.

NONE OF THESE FIXED IT?
Your AirPods probably arrived faulty, or they are broken beyond repair. You can keep trying SOFT RESETS and different HARD RESETS — e.g. leaving it out 1+ days, or not keeping the case open, or playing music instead of forgetting the device, and whatever other things that might drain the battery.

If nothing at all works, contact your seller and ask for a refund or replacement. If they don’t agree, start a refund directly through Ali, that mostly works but if that doesn’t work out consider doing a chargeback on your card.

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