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Series

Powerbeats Pro1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Arctis1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Exact model heading establishes the Arctis family.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

MX723LL/A, A3157, A3158, A31601Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026US Jet Black MX723LL/A in current product structured data. Hardware A3157/A3158/A3160 identities are separately established by exact original safety leaflet. 2019 Powerbeats Pro hardware and 2020 internal revision are excluded.13Owner's manualbeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/powerbeats-pro-2/pbpro2-sh-zm.pdfRead 8 October 2026

61706, 61707, 61708, 61709, 61714, 61715, 61716, 61717, 61680, 61681, 61682, 61683, 61710, 61711, 61712, 61713, HS35R, HS35L, HS35TX, HS35C, HS35TXX1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026US structured Product data and embedded colour/platform variation list. Retail SKUs 61706-61709 and 61714-61717.9Maker product pagesteelseries.com/de-de/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026European structured Product data and embedded variation list.13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026Regulatory hardware models: right HS35R, left HS35L, PS transceiver HS35TX, case HS35C. Retail SKUs retained from each maker colour/platform page.15Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_gamebuds_x_digipig_en_us_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026Xbox manual regulatory section: Xbox transceiver HS35TXX. Shared left/right buds HS35L/HS35R and case HS35C.

GTIN / EAN

19594959084915Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mx723ll/a/powerbeats-pro-2-high-performance-earbuds-jet-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact US Jet Black MX723LL/A Apple Store manufacturer information prints UPC 195949590849. Only selected reference UPC stored, not inferred for other colors.

5707119062640, 810164140098, 5707119062664, 810164140104, 5707119062688, 810164140111, 5707119062701, 810164140128, 5707119069304, 810164144386, 5707119069328, 810164144393, 5707119069342, 810164144409, 5707119069366, 810164144416, 5707119057226, 810052987132, 5707119058261, 8100529878731Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Black PS US: EAN 5707119062640, UPC 8101641400982Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Black Xbox US: EAN 5707119062664, UPC 8101641401043Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026EAN 5707119062688, UPC 8101641401114Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026EAN 5707119062701, UPC 810164140128. Listed as not orderable5Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026EAN 5707119069304, UPC 810164144386. Launch date 2026-09-01 in store data6Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026EAN 5707119069328, UPC 810164144393. Launch date 2026-09-01 in store data7Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026EAN 5707119069342, UPC 8101641444098Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026EAN 5707119069366, UPC 8101641444169Maker product pagesteelseries.com/de-de/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Black PS EU: EAN 5707119057226, UPC 81005298713210Maker product pagesteelseries.com/de-de/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Black Xbox EU: EAN 5707119058261, UPC 810052987873

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

11 February 20252Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/buffnews/article/bizwire-2025-2-11-beats-introduces-powerbeats-pro-2-and-brings-heart-rate-monitoring-for-workouts-to-its-bestselling-fitness-earphones1Read 5 October 2026

26 September 202412Press releasesteelseries.com/press/148-steelseries-sets-new-benchmark-for-earbuds-with-the-introduction-of-arctisRead 30 September 2026Dated opening announcement: September 26, 2024. Footer has a conflicting September 20 dateline, opening and preorder date preferred.

Status

Available1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Available1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026In stock at the US store

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Beats Powerbeats Pro16Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Apple-s-Beats-by-Dre-Powerbeats-Pro-2-arrives-with-a-new-design-heart-rate-tracking-and-wireless-charging-for-249-99.959572.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck says the Powerbeats Pro 2 arrive as a successor to the Powerbeats Pro released in 2019.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$249.992Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/buffnews/article/bizwire-2025-2-11-beats-introduces-powerbeats-pro-2-and-brings-heart-rate-monitoring-for-workouts-to-its-bestselling-fitness-earphones1Read 5 October 2026Original Beats by Dr. Dre launch release via Business Wire, syndicated in full. Pricing and Availability explicitly 249.99 USD before local sales tax. February 11 order opening differs from February 13 on-shelf availability.

$159.9912Press releasesteelseries.com/press/148-steelseries-sets-new-benchmark-for-earbuds-with-the-introduction-of-arctisRead 30 September 2026Availability paragraph: North American original MSRP $159.99.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€169.9912Press releasesteelseries.com/press/148-steelseries-sets-new-benchmark-for-earbuds-with-the-introduction-of-arctisRead 30 September 2026Availability paragraph: EMEA original MSRP €169.99.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 20262Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/buffnews/article/bizwire-2025-2-11-beats-introduces-powerbeats-pro-2-and-brings-heart-rate-monitoring-for-workouts-to-its-bestselling-fitness-earphones1Read 5 October 2026

US, EU1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026US regional maker product heading.9Maker product pagesteelseries.com/de-de/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026German/EU regional maker purchase page. EU priced SKU rows documented in variant verification.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Jet Black, Quick Sand, Hyper Purple, Electric Orange, Black & Volt1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Four original finishes and current Black & Volt Nike finish in maker selector. Same hardware generation, not extra catalog products.14Press releasebeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats/web/press/powerbeats-pro-2/nike-beats-global-press-release.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original March 2026 maker Nike collaboration release. Black & Volt is a finish of the same 2025 generation, not a new product entry. Jet Black reference image remains unchanged.

Black, White, Glorange, Yuzu, Matcha1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Exact parent product variation attributes Color values Black/White/Glorange/Yuzu/Matcha. Platform-specific purchase rows checked separately.

Segment

Sport1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Gaming1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Store category Gaming In-Ear

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Form factoriIn-ear seals the ear canal with a tip. Semi-in-ear rests in the outer ear without a seal. Open-ear leaves the ear canal unobstructed.

In-ear1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

In-ear11Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Type: In-ear

Bud shapeiStem describes an extending control or microphone stalk. Stemless describes a compact body without a stalk.

Ear hook1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Stemless1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Product photos show stemless buds

Use one bud aloneiWhich earbud can operate alone. This does not mean two earbuds can play from different sources.

Either bud6Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev869599d75/webRead 5 October 2026Current microphone settings automatically switch from removed bud to the one still worn, and permit always-left/right. Either bud can operate alone for calls. No two-source independent stereo playback inferred.

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RGB lighting

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Drivers and sound

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Drivers per budiAudio transducers in one earbud. Rows distinguish their type, acoustic role and published diameter. Do not count microphones.

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Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	6	1

Source16Reviewgamesradar.com/hardware/headsets-headphones/steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-reviewRead 30 September 2026Key Specs: 6 mm neodymium drivers. Performance paragraph explicitly says a pair of 6 mm drivers. One in each earbud. Neodymium is magnet material, not a transducer-type claim.17Reviewtechporn.ph/steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-reviewRead 7 October 2026Transducer table and specification paragraph explicitly identify dynamic technology. Existing 6 mm/count 1 from GamesRadar preserved.

Driver typeiPublished transducer technology. High-excursion, composite and neodymium do not by themselves establish a driver type.

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Dynamic17Reviewtechporn.ph/steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-reviewRead 7 October 2026Technical Specifications paragraph expressly states dynamic drivers and Transducer table says Dynamic. Exact original GameBuds, not an inference from neodymium magnet. Public RTINGS comparison table corroborates Dynamic transducer.

Driver sizeiLargest explicitly published circular driver diameter in one earbud. A rectangular driver width is not a diameter.

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Drivers per budiTotal audio transducers in one earbud, summed from explicit driver quantities. A row with an unknown quantity makes the total unknown.

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Diaphragm material

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Frequency responseiPublished acoustic frequency response of the earbuds. Codec transmission bandwidth alone does not qualify. Conditions belong in the source note.

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Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Audio specifications: headphone frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz.

Impedance

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SensitivityiPublished acoustic sensitivity. The electrical reference and frequency must be stated in sensitivity_reference or the source note.

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Sensitivity reference

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Max sample rateiHighest supported audio sample rate under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. This does not establish lossless playback.

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Max bit depthiHighest supported audio bit depth under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. Bluetooth version alone does not establish this.

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Adaptive EQiAn inner mic tunes the sound to your ear in real time

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Inner microphones continuously assess fit/seal and tune low/mid frequencies. Support calls ANC/Transparency-off listening Adaptive EQ mode. It is not a hearing-test profile or custom EQ bands.

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Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026TrueDepth ear/head profile for Personalized Spatial Audio. This is separate from inner-microphone Adaptive EQ.10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev7db73ea55/webRead 5 October 2026

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Onboard EQ

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Yes18Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-reviewRead 7 October 2026SteelSeries GG and Sonar section explicitly says profiles applied for both 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth are saved to GameBuds and remain when moved to different devices. Engine hardware EQ, not Sonar host-only processing. Reviewed white PlayStation edition. Maker separate gaming/mobile saved presets corroborates.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of independently adjustable custom equalizer frequency bands. Availability may require current firmware, an app or a compatible device.

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1018Reviewhifioasis.com/reviews/steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-reviewRead 7 October 2026Same section explicitly says 10-band PEQ. Exact PCTuning review independently states EQ with 10 adjustable frequencies, PC app required for custom creation. No count borrowed from another Arctis model or Sonar bus.25Reviewpctuning.cz/article/konecne-tws-pecky-na-hrani-recenze-sluchatek-steelseries-arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Exact GameBuds software paragraph explicitly EQ with 10 adjustable frequencies, only in PC app. Independent corroboration of HiFi Oasis 10-band hardware-EQ profile description. Sonar host processing remains distinct.

EQ presetsiNamed equalizer sound presets. Noise-control modes and spatial-audio modes are separate features.

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Flat, Deep Bass19Maker product pagesteelseries.com/blog/best-earbuds-for-the-gym-1237Read 7 October 2026Maker exact GameBuds blog explicitly says I use the Deep Bass preset. Flat is explicitly named by exact maker support article 31369371701389 as Engine EQ setting. Only verified literal preset names listed, not an invented exhaustive 300-name library.20Maker product pagesupport.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/articles/31369371701389-Why-is-the-audio-on-my-Arctis-GameBuds-distortedRead 7 October 2026Exact GameBuds support article says set Engine EQ to Flat when using Sonar, or set Sonar to Flat when using Engine/mobile EQ. Flat name verified as headset Engine preset, not a noise-control mode.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial or surround audio processing supported with the source and platform conditions stated in the source note.

Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 202610Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev7db73ea55/webRead 5 October 2026

360° Spatial Audio, Tempest 3D, Sonar Spatial, Microsoft Spatial1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Supported (incl. Tempest 3 D, Sonar Spatial). Microsoft Spatial appears only on the Xbox Matcha and Yuzu pages7Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Supported (incl. Microsoft Spatial, Tempest 3 D, Sonar Spatial )

Head trackingiSpatial audio changes with head movement. Static spatial processing alone does not qualify. Compatible device or content requirements belong in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 202610Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev7db73ea55/webRead 5 October 2026Exact supported Beats list includes Pro 2. Personalized profile needs TrueDepth iPhone and synced compatible Apple hosts/content. Current Mac/AppleTV support is software-qualified.

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Audio specifications: active noise cancellation, 4-microphone hybrid.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses exterior microphones. Feedback uses interior microphones. Hybrid uses both. Adaptive control is separate from microphone placement.

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Hybrid1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Yes - 4 mic Hybrid

ANC microphones in both earbudsiPhysical microphones used by ANC across the pair. A shared call and ANC microphone counts once. Case microphones and vibration sensors are excluded.

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41Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Yes - 4 mic Hybrid

Adaptive ANCiANC strength or calibration adjusts automatically to noise, fit or ear acoustics. The source note states the adjustment conditions.

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Maker explicitly calls ANC adaptive. Exact environmental or fit-trigger conditions for its ANC adjustment are unstated. Adaptive EQ calibration is separately described. No automatic ANC/transparency blending inferred.

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ANC levelsiNumber of selectable ANC strength levels. Excludes ANC off, transparency and activity profiles unless they explicitly set distinct strength levels.

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311Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026There are three strengths to choose from

ANC attenuation (claimed)iManufacturer maximum claimed noise attenuation. Frequency and measurement conditions belong in the source note. This is not reviewer-measured overall attenuation.

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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Audio specifications: Transparency Mode, Yes.

Adjustable transparency

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Yes14Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-review-gaming-buds-that-do-it-all-126900Read 7 October 2026App section explicitly lists ANC and Transparency mode levels as adjustable settings. Exact Xbox 61707 sample firmware 1.2.0, app 2.0.0. Not the count of selectable ANC modes.

Automatic ANC and transparency blendiAutomatically blends active cancellation with ambient sound. Automatic activity-based switching between separate modes alone does not qualify.

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Conversation detection

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Wind noise reductioniA documented physical design or processing feature for reducing wind noise. The source note distinguishes mesh or shape changes from selectable processing.

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Measured

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Frequency response notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Measured response differs by noise mode. With ANC off, lower-mid frequencies are reduced, leaving stronger relative sub-bass and treble.12Reviewsoundguys.com/powerbeats-pro-2-review-132964Read 5 October 2026Purchased exact Pro 2, one week. Separate ANC-on/off lab curves. Firmware/app/codec, target revision and original fixture unstated. Numerical dB not taken from graph points or MDAQS scores. Battery test still described as ongoing with no final duration. 83% perceived loudness reduction is not converted into dB.

Balanced sound signature with slightly elevated bass and de-emphasized treble against the reviewer's target. Well-matched left and right drivers.11Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Our Verdict: Audio Reproduction Accuracy

Bass amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the bass range. Positive means more bass. Target, test method and settings belong in the source note.

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1dB11Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Public summary: Slightly Emphasized (1 dB). Test bench 2.3, Black (PS) unit. Full results are behind a paywall and were not read

Treble amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the treble range. Positive means more treble. Values from different targets may not be directly comparable.

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-1dB11Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Public summary: Balanced (-1 dB)

Deviation from target (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Consistency between fittings (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Harmonic distortion (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Sound leakage (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation, best (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Call quality notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Published ideal PC and iPhone recordings, plus office, street, windy and reverberant PC demos. Review reports better microphone processing on compatible Apple hosts.12Reviewsoundguys.com/powerbeats-pro-2-review-132964Read 5 October 2026Exact demo modes and PC/iPhone host split are explicitly captioned. Firmware and transmitted call codec unstated. No numeric voice quality score inferred.

Speech sounds fairly natural and clear, if a little bright. The mic struggles to separate your voice from background noise with default settings.11Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Our Verdict: Microphone

Mic low-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency in game mode (measured)iThe best case the buds can reach. Measured by a reviewer

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-tested operation from one full charge of the earbuds. Excludes case recharges. ANC, codec, connection, volume and tested edition belong in the row or source note.

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BSteelSeries Arctis GameBuds

ANC	Hours (h)
No	8.53

Source14Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-review-gaming-buds-that-do-it-all-126900Read 7 October 2026Battery test: 8 h 32 min, PC 2.4 GHz connection, ANC off, medium volume. Tested Xbox model 61707. Single charge of earbuds, no case total.

Longest tested use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only duration among stored reviewer tests. Modes and settings may differ between tests and products.

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8.53h=CalculatedFrom Battery life (measured)

Battery life with case (measured)iReviewer-tested total including earbuds and case recharges. Do not calculate this by multiplying one-charge runtime by claimed recharge count.

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Full charge time (measured)iBuds in the case, 0 to 100 %. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight per bud (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Microphones and calls

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Voice microphones in both earbudsiPhysical call and beamforming microphones across the pair. Excludes case microphones and vibration sensors. Shared ANC microphones can also count here when used for calls.

61Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Current exact FAQ: three microphones can operate for single-earbud calls, five are active during stereo calls. Stored six counts physical voice-capable capsules across pair, not simultaneous active count. Voice accelerometer excluded.

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All microphones in both earbudsiEvery physical microphone across the pair, including call and ANC microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes the charging case and voice vibration sensors.

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Bone conduction voice sensoriA dedicated bone or jaw conduction sensor for detecting speech vibrations. A microphone or speech-detecting accelerometer alone does not prove this architecture.

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Mic noise reduction

AI2Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/buffnews/article/bizwire-2025-2-11-beats-introduces-powerbeats-pro-2-and-brings-heart-rate-monitoring-for-workouts-to-its-bestselling-fitness-earphones1Read 5 October 2026Voice Isolation explicitly uses machine learning with compatible iOS 18/iPadOS 18/macOS Sequoia+ host and current firmware. Host-assisted call feature, not a claim about all Android/PC calls.

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Call audio bandwidthiHighest supported call-audio bandwidth. Compatible phone, operating system, call app or network requirements belong in the source note.

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Mic mute controliAn earbud control that mutes the microphone during calls. Includes touch or pressure gestures and physical buttons. Phone/app-only controls do not qualify.

Yes5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev1b2a821db/webRead 5 October 2026Current single b-button press mutes/unmutes during calls. Firmware and compatible host software required. Current guide gives double press to end calls.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026On-ear buttons let you mute

SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Yes21Reviewpctuning.cz/article/konecne-tws-pecky-na-hrani-recenze-sluchatek-steelseries-arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Software paragraph explicitly describes adjustable sidetone so wearer hears their own voice during calls/communications. Both Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz settings separately documented. Reviewer observed sidetone interfered with ANC in its sample, firmware not stated. No universal current-firmware incompatibility asserted.

Connectivity

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Chip

H21Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

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Connections

Bluetooth9Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-au/guide/beats/dev46c519179/webRead 5 October 2026

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Wireless specifications: Quick Switch between 2.4 GHz gaming wireless and Bluetooth.

Bluetooth

5.312Reviewsoundguys.com/powerbeats-pro-2-review-132964Read 5 October 2026

5.31Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Wireless specifications: Bluetooth 5.3.

Bluetooth codecs

SBC, AAC12Reviewsoundguys.com/powerbeats-pro-2-review-132964Read 5 October 2026Exact review explicitly Bluetooth 5.3 SBC/AAC for conventional music. Special current Vision Pro Lossless path is separate. No LE Audio, LC3 or Auracast inferred from Bluetooth version.

SBC1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Wireless specifications: Bluetooth codec SBC.

Bluetooth profiles

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LE Audio

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Auracast

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth connections to multiple source devices. Pairing memory and switching through a manufacturer account alone do not qualify.

No12Reviewsoundguys.com/powerbeats-pro-2-review-132964Read 5 October 2026Exact review explicitly excludes simultaneous generic multipoint outside Apple account routing. Heart-rate data routes are not audio multipoint.

No11Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/steelseries/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026The Bluetooth implementation lacks high-quality codecs, fast pairing, and multi-pairing

Multipoint devicesiMaximum source devices concurrently connected by Bluetooth, not the number remembered in pairing history.

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122Reviewpcgamer.com/best-wireless-gaming-earbudsRead 7 October 2026Exact GameBuds section explicitly says can only connect to one Bluetooth device at a time. Maximum simultaneous Bluetooth source count 1, consistent with existing multipoint false. Pairing-list memory remains unknown.

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Paired devices rememberediMaximum remembered Bluetooth source pairings. This is separate from simultaneous multipoint connections.

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

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Fast pairing

Apple one-tap setup1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

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Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

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Wireless range (claimed)

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Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

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Included1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Box contents: USB-C Wireless Nano-Dongle included.

Receiver connector

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USB-C1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026USB-C Wireless Nano-Dongle, USB-C to USB-A adapter included

Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiBoth connection types can play audio together. Quick switching between independent modes does not qualify.

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No13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026Quick-Switch Wireless p 7: modes used independently, triple tap switches between Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz.

Latency

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Low latency mode

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Claimed latency

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Lowest claimed latency

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Compatibility

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PlatformsiPlatforms with documented audio support. App availability and advanced features can be more limited. Edition-specific support is listed in variants.

iOS, macOS, Android, Windows, Other9Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-au/guide/beats/dev46c519179/webRead 5 October 2026

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Windows, macOS, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, Android, Meta Quest1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 20262Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026Adds Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One to the PlayStation list24Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-au/blog/introducing-arctis-gamebuds-1188Read 7 October 2026Maker exact Cross-Platform Wireless Adapter section explicitly includes Meta Quest for the 2.4 GHz USB-C adapter. Existing platforms preserved. Xbox dongle must use ordinary USB mode for non-Xbox devices.

Connection per platformiDocumented audio connection for each platform. USB-C phone routes require a compatible port. Platform edition and microphone restrictions belong in source notes or feature requirements.

ABeats Powerbeats Pro 2

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes
macOS	Bluetooth	Yes
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
Windows	Bluetooth	Not available
Other	Bluetooth	Not available

Source9Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-au/guide/beats/dev46c519179/webRead 5 October 2026Exact current Beats pairing guide explicitly includes Pro 2, Apple hosts, Android, Windows PC and Apple Vision Pro. Other means Apple Vision Pro. Windows microphone route is not assumed from generic PC review samples. Maker separately advertises Vision Pro Lossless, but exact supported bit depth, sample rate and audio codec are not stated here. No generic console route inferred.

BSteelSeries Arctis GameBuds

Platform	Connection
PS5	2.4 GHz
Windows	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch	Bluetooth
Nintendo Switch 2	2.4 GHz
Nintendo Switch 2	Bluetooth
iOS	2.4 GHz
iOS	Bluetooth
Android	2.4 GHz
Android	Bluetooth
macOS	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Meta Quest	2.4 GHz

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Current embedded compatibility table: Switch 2 and USB-C iPhone added alongside Bluetooth phone connections.13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026Gaming Device Setup p 6: common PS/PC/Mac/Switch/Android dongle routes. Xbox connectivity requires the Xbox edition. Phone USB-C routes require compatible USB-C port. newer Switch 2 from current store compatibility.24Maker product pagesteelseries.com/en-au/blog/introducing-arctis-gamebuds-1188Read 7 October 2026Added Meta Quest 2.4 GHz row from exact maker adapter compatibility list. Microphone operation is unproved for this row and omitted.27Reviewsoundguys.com/steelseries-arctis-gamebuds-review-gaming-buds-that-do-it-all-126900Read 7 October 2026Exact GameBuds connection paragraph independently lists Meta Quest among devices supported through included 2.4 GHz USB-C dongle. Added Quest playback row only. No Quest microphone operation inferred. Xbox source pairing still requires Xbox edition.

Features that need a specific deviceiDevice, operating system, firmware, codec, content, account or region requirements for a named feature.

ABeats Powerbeats Pro 2

Feature	Needs
Personalized Spatial Audio	Compatible Apple hardware/software and content. TrueDepth iPhone creates ear/head profile.
Apple account features	Compatible current Apple devices signed into the same Apple Account.
Voice Isolation for calls	Compatible Apple host running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia or later, with current earbud firmware. Processing is host-assisted.
Lossless Audio with Apple Vision Pro	Apple Vision Pro and current firmware/software. Maker separately advertises Lossless Audio with this host. This is not a generic SBC/AAC lossless claim.
Heart-rate workouts	Compatible workout app or fitness equipment. Current Apple Fitness requires compatible Apple software and firmware. Android sessions are started in Beats app.
Head gesture controls	Latest earbud firmware and compatible Apple host software. Current guide support is separate from launch features.
Battery replacement	Powerbeats Pro 2 and case batteries must be repaired by a trained technician. Manufacturer does not authorize routine user replacement.

Source1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 20268Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-euro/guide/beats/devbce04ee52/webRead 5 October 202613Owner's manualbeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/powerbeats-pro-2/pbpro2-sh-zm.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact product/case scope of trained-technician-only battery repair. Recycling text is not used as a replacement procedure.

BSteelSeries Arctis GameBuds

Feature	Needs
ChatMix	Windows 10 and above (via GG/Sonar). PlayStation and Mac not supported.
Xbox wireless connection	Arctis GameBuds for Xbox edition with Xbox-compatible 2.4 GHz dongle. PlayStation edition has no Xbox wireless support.
USB-C phone connection	Compatible USB-C iPhone or Android device. Bluetooth also works with compatible phones.

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 202612Press releasesteelseries.com/press/148-steelseries-sets-new-benchmark-for-earbuds-with-the-introduction-of-arctisRead 30 September 2026Wireless adapter paragraph: Xbox support requires Xbox edition.

Official licence

Not available

Designed for Xbox23Maker product pagenews.xbox.com/en-us/2024/12/03/designed-for-xbox-holiday-gift-guide-accessoriesRead 7 October 2026Microsoft Xbox official Designed for Xbox accessories guide, Audio Upgrades section explicitly lists SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds for Xbox. Licence applies only to Xbox edition, not PlayStation edition. Base list is union of known edition licences.26Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Exact Xbox-edition maker identity corroborates scope for licensing-authority family claim. This is Xbox platform edition only, no PlayStation licence asserted.

Battery and charging

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Battery per budiBattery cell capacity of one earbud. The source note states typical or rated capacity. Charging input current is not capacity.

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User-replaceable earbud batteryiThe maker documents normal battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No13Owner's manualbeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/powerbeats-pro-2/pbpro2-sh-zm.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original maker safety document Batteries section explicitly Powerbeats Pro 2 and case batteries should only be repaired by a trained technician. Normal user replacement is not authorized.

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Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime under the stated mode, codec and spatial processing state. Name the spatial or immersive processing mode and other conditions in source notes. Omit unspecified settings. with_case false means one charge of the earbuds. true means earbuds plus case recharges.

ABeats Powerbeats Pro 2

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	No	10
ANC off	Yes	45
ANC on	No	8
ANC on	Yes	36
Transparency	No	8
Transparency	Yes	36

Source1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Maker footnotes describe September 2024 preproduction testing with iPhone 15 Pro at 50 percent volume. ANC and Transparency tests are separate from off mode. Total duration includes the initial charge and case recharges. AAC playlist encoding does not establish the transmitted Bluetooth codec. Firmware and heart-rate sensor test state are unstated.4Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 5 October 2026Maker support groups active ANC/Transparency modes at 8 h buds/36 h total. These are alternative modes, not both enabled simultaneously. Off mode 10 h buds/45 h total includes initial charge and case recharges. Original maker September 2024 preproduction iPhone 15 Pro test at 50% volume. Codec/firmware unstated. AAC playlist encoding is not Bluetooth codec proof. Heart-rate sensor test state unstated.

BSteelSeries Arctis GameBuds

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	No	10
ANC off	Yes	40

Source1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Embedded Power table: 10 h earbuds per charge, 40 h buds plus case. 2.4 GHz active, Bluetooth connected, ANC off, 100% volume. 90-minute full charging claim does not identify component.

Longest claimed use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only runtime among all stored modes. This can be ANC off, Hearing Aid, heart-rate or call use. Read the battery table and source conditions.

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC enabled. Codec and spatial-audio conditions belong in the source note.

8h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC disabled. Codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case (claimed)iHighest claimed runtime including the initial earbud charge and all case recharges. It is not the case recharge runtime alone.

45h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case and ANC (claimed)iClaimed total playback with ANC, including the initial earbud charge and case recharges.

36h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Talk time (claimed)

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Full charge time, budsiTime to charge discharged earbuds to full in the case. Excludes charging the case itself or a combined buds-and-case result.

Not available

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Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance or estimates that do not separate earbuds and case. Preserve the maker’s component scope and limits. Do not assign an unspecified or combined estimate to a component-specific numeric field.

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Quick charge timeiCharge duration corresponding to quick_charge_playback_h. Source note states earbuds-only or case-inclusive charging and playback settings.

5min1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

15min1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026USB-C Fast Charge: 15 mins for 3 hours use

Earbud playback after quick chargeiEarbuds-only runtime after quick_charge_min of charging. A claimed case-inclusive total does not qualify. ANC, codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

1.5h1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026September 2024 preproduction iPhone 15 Pro test, 50% volume, ANC/Transparency off. Drained units charged for 5 min via USB-C then played until first bud stopped. The playlist has 358 tracks encoded as AAC. File encoding does not establish transmitted Bluetooth codec. Earbud playback, not case-inclusive 45 h.

3h1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Power specs: 15 min 3 h fast charge.

Charging case

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Case batteryiCharging-case battery cell capacity. The source note distinguishes typical, rated and output capacity. USB output capacity alone does not qualify.

Not available

700mAh13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026Chinese regulatory charging-case table p 25: rated capacity 700 mAh, nominal 3.87 V. Earbud charging input 150 mA is not battery capacity.

User-replaceable case batteryiThe maker documents normal case battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No13Owner's manualbeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/powerbeats-pro-2/pbpro2-sh-zm.pdfRead 8 October 2026Same original maker statement explicitly includes the case batteries. Not false merely because no replacement guide was found.

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Case charging port

USB-C1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

USB-C1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Charge via the included USB-C cable

Case full charge timeiBy cable, 0 to 100 %. A time the maker gives with the earbuds inside the case counts, and the source note says so.

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Wireless charging

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Power specs: Qi Wireless Charging Case Yes.

Wireless standardsiDocumented case charging standards or supported chargers. Magnetic alignment alone does not establish Qi2 certification.

Qi, MagSafe1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Maker footnote explicitly supports Qi-certified and MagSafe chargers. No magnetic latch, Qi2 certification or Apple Watch charger inferred.13Owner's manualbeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/powerbeats-pro-2/pbpro2-sh-zm.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Qi1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Power specs: Qi Wireless Charging Case Yes.

Wireless charging poweriHighest wireless charging input the maker states for the case. The output of a charging pad does not count.

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Speaker in caseiAn audio speaker physically in the charging case, for locating or status sounds. A microphone in the case is separate.

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Screen on case

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Case works as audio transmitteriCase relays external source audio through USB or an analog audio input. A case microphone for recording or calls does not qualify.

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Controls

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ControlsiPressure is a force sensor that does not move, such as a stem you squeeze. Button is a key that moves when pressed.

Button, Voice commands, Head gestures1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Physical b buttons and separate tactile volume rockers. Head gestures are current firmware features backed by the exact current manual. No touchpad/swipe borrowed from AirPods.7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/deve7bd0ccd8/webRead 5 October 2026Exact current Pro 2 head-gesture chapter requires latest firmware and compatible Apple host. Nod/shake can accept/reply or decline/dismiss, remappable. No head-gesture launch claim.

Button1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Product description: on-ear physical buttons control volume and mute.

Earbud volume controliHow earbud controls adjust volume, including a voice command if supported. Phone or app controls alone do not qualify.

Buttons1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Buttons1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026On-ear buttons control volume. FAQ: double tap + hold for volume up and down

Gestures

Single, double and triple button presses, Press and hold, Head nod or shake for Siri responses5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev1b2a821db/webRead 5 October 20267Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/deve7bd0ccd8/webRead 5 October 2026

Single press, Double press, Triple tap, Double tap + hold1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026FAQ wording. Single and double presses can be remapped. Triple tap and double tap + hold cannot

Remappable controls

Yes4Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 5 October 2026Hold action can select listening modes or voice assistant per side. Dedicated volume rockers remain available.7Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/deve7bd0ccd8/webRead 5 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Exact FAQ accepted answer: functions remappable mobile Arctis Companion/PC GG Engine. Triple tap/double tap hold excluded.

Voice assistant

Siri, Default Android voice assistant5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev1b2a821db/webRead 5 October 2026

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Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

Yes5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev1b2a821db/webRead 5 October 2026Exact guide describes one-bud removal pause/resume and both-bud removal stop. Current firmware needed for later sleep-triggered pause, not inferred to be present at launch.

Yes1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026WearSense auto-pause can be turned off

Sensors

Optical heart-rate sensors, Optical wear sensors, Motion accelerometers, Gyroscopes, Voice accelerometer1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Maker tech specifications name optical wear sensors and motion accelerometers. Spatial audio FAQ explicitly names earbud gyroscopes and accelerometers. Optical heart-rate sensors and voice accelerometers are separately described.8Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-euro/guide/beats/devbce04ee52/webRead 5 October 2026Current guide explicitly references heart-rate and motion sensor data for workout calories. Sensor sampling frequency is not a clinical accuracy or ECG specification.

In-ear detection sensor (WearSense)1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Audio table explicitly names In-ear detection / sensor (auto pause/play), Yes, WearSense auto-pause can be turned off. No unproved optical/infrared/gyro sensor subtype added.26Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Exact Xbox Audio table identifies same WearSense in-ear detection sensor, auto-pause can be disabled. No optical/IR subtype inferred.

Heart rate sensor

In-ear optical LED blood-flow sensors1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Optical sensors are intended for workout heart-rate feedback. Apple/Android app and fitness-equipment routes differ. No clinical clearance or body-temperature feature inferred.2Press releasemarkets.financialcontent.com/buffnews/article/bizwire-2025-2-11-beats-introduces-powerbeats-pro-2-and-brings-heart-rate-monitoring-for-workouts-to-its-bestselling-fitness-earphones1Read 5 October 2026Original release explicitly optical LEDs pulse over 100 times per second to measure blood flow. Original US app list is launch scope only, not a current exhaustive list.8Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-euro/guide/beats/devbce04ee52/webRead 5 October 2026Current Apple route permits at least one worn bud. Android requires both worn and manual start in Beats app. HealthKit app required on iPhone. Current Fitness/Health integration and same-account AppleTV audio route need compatible software. Fitness-equipment pairing disconnects iPhone audio. App/equipment must support the heart-rate route.

Not available

Skin temperature sensingiA documented skin temperature sensor. This is separate from the operating temperature range or a heart-rate sensor.

Not available

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Hearing aid featureiAmplification for mild to moderate hearing loss

Not available

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Medical clearances

Not available

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Hearing testiA documented hearing assessment feature, including consumer sound-personalization tests. Medical diagnostic clearance must be stated separately.

Not available

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Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Health features

Workout heart-rate monitoring5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev1b2a821db/webRead 5 October 20268Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-euro/guide/beats/devbce04ee52/webRead 5 October 2026

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Fit and durability

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Ear tips includediTip sizes supplied with the product, including the pair fitted to the earbuds. Do not list separately sold sizes as included.

XS, S, M, L, XL1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Small, Medium, Large1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Comfort section: Small, Medium and Large eartips included.

Ear tip materials

Silicone1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

Silicone12Press releasesteelseries.com/press/148-steelseries-sets-new-benchmark-for-earbuds-with-the-introduction-of-arctisRead 30 September 2026Maker launch Ergonomic Comfort paragraph expressly silicone tips included.

StabilisersiPhysical stabilizing fittings or structures. Stability bands are separate from fins, wings and ear hooks.

Ear hook1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

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Ear tip fit test

Yes4Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 5 October 2026Maker support explicitly offers Ear Tip Fit Test on Apple and Beats Android app.

Not available

Dust and water rating, buds

IPX44Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 5 October 2026Earbuds only. Case explicitly not sweat/water resistant. No case IP code inferred.

IP551Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026AquaBarrier section: IP55 water, dust and splash resistance.

Dust and water rating, case

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

Beats4Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 5 October 2026

Arctis Companion App1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Arctis Companion App for iPhone (iOS 15.6+) and Android (Android 9+). SteelSeries GG covers Windows and Mac

App platforms

Android4Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 5 October 2026

iOS, Android1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Product feature list: Arctis Companion App for iOS and Android.

User firmware updates

Yes5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev1b2a821db/webRead 5 October 2026Current maker chapter explicitly links earbud firmware updates and requires the latest firmware for later workout and gesture features. Apple update route and Android Beats app are supported. No future release promise or exact firmware version inferred.

Yes2Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 30 September 2026FAQ entry about updating the Xbox version from a PC

Finding network

Apple Find My, Last location in the app1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Exact maker Apple Compatibility lists Find My. Android Locate My Beats remains app last-known location, not Google Find Hub.4Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 5 October 2026Apple Find My and Android Beats app show last connected location. Current Find My guide restricts offline crowd network to Beats 360. No case UWB precision finding inferred.11Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/devfa3444893/webRead 5 October 2026Current guide explicitly assigns offline Find My network and related lost-mode features to Beats 360. Pro 2 remains last connected location. Supported charging-case features are not inherited from AirPods Pro 3.

Not available

Precision findingiUWB in the case

Not available

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Live translation

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Dimensions and weight

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Weight per budiMass of one earbud. Tip size and approximate values belong in the source note. Do not store pair or case-inclusive mass.

8.7g(0.3 oz)1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

5.3g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Product Weight: Buds 5.3 g (each)

Bud dimensionsiDimensions of one earbud on the explicitly identified width, height and depth axes. An unlabeled tuple cannot establish those axes.

Width24Height45mm(0.9 × 1.8 in)1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Exact maker labels one bud Height 4.5 cm and Width 2.4 cm, exactly converted to 45 mm and 24 mm. Published Length 4.1 cm is not forced into a Depth field. Source-defined Height/Width retained.15Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mx723ll/a/powerbeats-pro-2-high-performance-earbuds-jet-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact maker labels one bud Height 4.5 cm and Width 2.4 cm, exactly converted to 45 mm and 24 mm. Published Length 4.1 cm is not forced into a Depth field. Source-defined Height/Width retained.

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Case weightiCharging case mass excluding earbuds. Case-inclusive product mass does not qualify unless the source explicitly gives the empty-case figure.

69g(2.4 oz)1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Exact maker Tech Specs separately label case 69 g and one earbud 8.7 g. Published total 77.7 g appears to sum only one earbud plus case and is not used as pair-total evidence. No mass is calculated or inferred.15Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mx723ll/a/powerbeats-pro-2-high-performance-earbuds-jet-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact US Apple Store repeats labelled case 69 g separately from bud 8.7 g. Total 77.7 g is not treated as both-earbuds-plus-case mass.

48.7g(1.7 oz)1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Box Contents Product Weight explicitly separates Buds 5.3 g (each) from Case 48.7 g. This is the case alone, not buds-plus-case or retail package mass. Xbox table gives same separate case figure.26Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Fresh Xbox-edition maker serialized Box Contents table independently separates Buds 5.3 g (each), Case 48.7 g. Same case figure as PS5, no case-inclusive mass.

Case dimensionsiCharging-case width, height and depth on explicitly identified source axes. Report conflicting axis labels rather than reorder a tuple by appearance.

Width34Height75mm(1.3 × 3 in)1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Exact maker labels case Height 7.5 cm and Width 3.4 cm, exactly converted to 75 mm and 34 mm. Published Length 6.6 cm is not forced into a Depth field. Source-defined Height/Width retained.15Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/mx723ll/a/powerbeats-pro-2-high-performance-earbuds-jet-blackRead 8 October 2026Exact maker labels case Height 7.5 cm and Width 3.4 cm, exactly converted to 75 mm and 34 mm. Published Length 6.6 cm is not forced into a Depth field. Source-defined Height/Width retained.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res AudioiThe Japan Audio Society logos. Hi-Res Audio Wireless is also written Hi-Res Wireless Audio.

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Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

BCGA3157, BCGA3158, BCGA316013Owner's manualbeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/powerbeats-pro-2/pbpro2-sh-zm.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original 2024 maker safety leaflet ZM034-06479-A. 18-page PDF, English pages 1 to 3 read and page 3 visually inspected. Page 1 lists A3157/A3158/A3160. Page 3 prints all three FCC IDs without hyphens, including the case ID. 2019 hub-linked document is excluded.

ZHK-HS35R, ZHK-HS35L, ZHK-HS35TX, ZHK-HS35TXX13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026Regulatory section p 14: right/left earbuds and PlayStation transceiver FCC IDs.15Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/arctis_gamebuds_x_digipig_en_us_web.pdfRead 30 September 2026Xbox transceiver FCC ID ZHK-HS35TXX. PlayStation transceiver ZHK-HS35TX. Each variant explicitly lists its edition-specific FCC IDs.

Other certifications

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Qi (Qi ID: 22505)13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026Printed regulatory page 15 displays Qi logo and Qi ID 22505. Exact Xbox guide gives same identifier. Maker-declared Qi registration, independent WPC database retrieval not verified. No stronger third-party re-verification claim.

In the box

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In the box

Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds, Silicone ear tips in XS, S, M, L and XL, Wireless charging case, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Maker complete list. Medium tips fitted. Power adapter and USB-C cable are sold separately. No included cable or cable length stored.

Arctis GameBuds, Charging case, USB-C wireless 2.4 GHz dongle, USB-C female to USB-A male dongle adapter, USB-C to USB-C charging cable (0.3 m), S/M/L ear tips13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026General p 3 and Accessories p 5: USB-C-to-C charging cable. Conflicts with maker store A-to-C box table, manual preferred. Xbox edition has same listed cable.

Cables included

ABeats Powerbeats Pro 2

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BSteelSeries Arctis GameBuds

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-C	0.3	1

Source13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026General p 3 and Accessories p 5 specify one 0.3 m USB-C-to-C charging cable.

Links

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Product page

www.beatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-21Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026

steelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebuds1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Canonical maker product page. The query selects the real PlayStation variant.

Spec sheet

www.beatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-21Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Read 8 October 2026Current maker online technical specifications and exact US Jet Black MX723LL/A Apple Store sheet. Explicit Width and Height labels support those component dimensions. Source Length does not unambiguously establish catalog Depth, so depth remains unknown. Case 69 g is explicitly a component label. Conflicting published 77.7 g grand total is excluded as stereo-pair mass, not repaired by arithmetic.

steelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebuds1Maker product pagesteelseries.com/gaming-in-ear-headsets/arctis-gamebudsRead 7 October 2026Exact maker page contains the full Audio, Quick-Switch Wireless, Power and Box Contents specification tables. Public serialized table text read without executing scripts.

Manual

support.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev1b2a821db/web5Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-nz/guide/beats/dev1b2a821db/webRead 5 October 2026Current exact Powerbeats Pro 2 chapter, plus microphone, gesture, heart-rate, charging and spatial guide chapters read. No standalone original PDF Quick Start Guide found. Original maker safety leaflet separately read.

downloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdf13Owner's manualdownloads.steelseriescdn.com/guides/HS_arctis_gamebuds_digi_pig_en_us_web.pdfRead 7 October 2026PlayStation Product Information Guide, exact earbuds and case. Xbox edition guide also read.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year13Owner's manualbeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/powerbeats-pro-2/pbpro2-sh-zm.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact Pro 2 leaflet page 3 Apple One-Year Limited Warranty summary. Consumer statutory rights and optional extended coverage are separate.

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Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.