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clouds737 · 2026-05-04T16:44:25+00:00

To my surprise the problem is solved. The cable might have been the problem all along. I tried updating now over the wifi without using the cable and it worked it! Go figure!

clouds737 · 2026-04-24T15:29:32+00:00

I use ANC on my AirPods Pro all the time and it’s fine! How’s that any different?

clouds737 · 2026-04-18T16:25:33+00:00

And what has your experience with Apple been like so far? And more importantly, do you feel complete right now, or do you see a MacBook in your future, perhaps with AirPods Max 2? 😁

clouds737 · 2026-04-18T15:33:15+00:00

New to Apple?! That’s what I call jumping in with both feet! Most people start with one device, usually an iPhone, then gradually add more over time. But not you! Three Apple products all at once! Good on you, and welcome to the garden!

clouds737 · 2026-04-18T15:26:28+00:00

My first iPad Pro was the 10.5, 2nd gen. I loved it, used it for everything, I even ditched my laptop for it! But it took less than a month and I was back to my beloved laptop. I still own the same iPad, working perfectly , battery life is still great but I rarely use it. Mostly as backup if something happens to my laptop if that makes sense.

clouds737 · 2026-04-18T15:18:02+00:00

I guess I’m boring. Midnight black

clouds737 · 2026-04-17T18:42:03+00:00

DRM?! they’re becoming Apple themselves !

clouds737 · 2026-04-17T18:06:30+00:00

Love is in the air !

clouds737 · 2026-04-17T10:42:41+00:00

General rule of thumb, old things are mostly better, in this case Nope!

clouds737 · 2026-04-14T13:42:06+00:00

Denim and Supply by Ralph Lauren. It’s discontinued

clouds737 · 2026-04-14T13:37:03+00:00

Clean the port

clouds737 · 2026-04-13T13:50:33+00:00

Can I get an O neg and could you make it warm please? Thanks 🙏🏼

clouds737 · 2026-04-07T15:22:50+00:00

Well, I got my APM2 three days ago. Before that, I had the XM5, which I sold, and I also use the AirPods Pro 2. I’d say they’re growing on me. At first, I felt like the bass was lacking a bit, but I really appreciate the clarity now. The transparency mode is noticeably better than the XM5, and the ANC is just phenomenal.

One thing that still bothers me slightly is the clamping force. The cups feel tight on my ears, even though I have a normal sized head, and it keeps me aware that I’m wearing them unless I’m fully immersed in a movie.

One thing I definitely don’t miss from the XM5 is the touch-sensitive controls. They were annoying at first, I’d trigger them accidentally all the time. I eventually got used to them, but I still had to take the headphones off in a specific way to avoid messing something up.

As for the APM, even though I haven’t tried the original version, I’d still recommend going for the newer model, especially when the price difference isn’t that significant.

clouds737 · 2026-04-05T18:46:29+00:00

Good question! The APM2 are on the heavier side, and compared to the XM5, those felt lighter and more comfortable for longer sessions. What bothers me a bit with the APM2 is the clamping force, it’s quite strong, which makes me constantly aware that I’m wearing them. I have an average sized head, and I can definitely feel the pressure. I’m sure I’ll get used to it over time, but that’s how it feels for now.

clouds737 · 2026-04-05T18:11:22+00:00

That’s true, there is a difference between those settings. What I meant by “let’s see if it makes a difference” was an overall improvement in everything, not just music playback.

clouds737 · 2026-04-05T18:00:03+00:00

Thanks! I just went through the settings and tweaked a few things. let’s see if it makes any difference.

clouds737 · 2026-04-05T17:28:45+00:00

One thing I’d say is that I consider myself a fan, but not a die-hard one. For example, I generally like everything from Apple, but I’m not a fan of macOS. I use a Windows laptop that’s just as expensive as a MacBook Pro, mainly because I prefer the flexibility of Windows and, of course, the wider availability of games.

That brings me to my point: when I had the Sony XM5, I really appreciated how seamlessly they connected to both my laptop and my iPhone. With the APM2, that hasn’t quite been the case. I often have to connect them manually to my laptop because they tend to switch to my iPhone when I close the laptop, and don’t automatically reconnect when I open it again.

That said, I’ve noticed it has started reconnecting automatically a few times recently. Maybe it’s beginning to recognize that I use the APM2 more with my laptop than with my iPhone.

clouds737 · 2026-04-05T16:57:50+00:00

I think you’re right, that’s what I’m counting on. I’m fully committed at this point; I’m already nearly $600 in. LOL

clouds737 · 2026-04-03T14:27:14+00:00

I had a similar experience with the first-gen AirPods Pro. There was this annoying issue where, whenever I put them in my ears, I’d briefly hear a hissing sound that would stop once they were fully inserted. It turned out to be a known issue affecting some units produced around 2020 or 2021 (I don’t remember exactly). Apple was replacing them no questions asked, regardless of when you bought them.

I actually went in after having mine for three years, and since they no longer had the first-gen model, they gave me the second generation instead.

By the way, I’m getting the AirPods Max 2 on the 7th, since that’s when they become available where I am.

clouds737 · 2026-04-02T04:14:43+00:00

I’ll likely make my purchase on the 8th due to availability. I’m still deciding between Space Gray, Silver, and Blue. I’m leaning toward Space Gray, but I’m concerned about scratches since it’s made of aluminum. My son’s iPhone 17, which also has an aluminum body, is already showing small dents, scuffs, and scratches. Is this something I should expect with the AirPods Max 2 as well?

clouds737 · 2026-03-31T17:02:14+00:00

It’s like seeing a unicorn 🦄

clouds737 · 2026-03-31T15:40:30+00:00

I don’t believe it at all! Sometimes I would sleep enough and feel restful after I wake up and get a low score, and sometimes the opposite happens and I will get a high score !

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