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Apple marketed these earbuds as having added conveniences, such as effortless pairing and intuitive controls. Despite initial criticism, the AirPods rapidly gained popularity, and in 2020 alone, Apple generated an impressive $12 billion in revenue from them. This success, however, came at a considerable price increase compared to their wired predecessors, which left many consumers pondering whether they had truly received a better experience.