Review: AirSnap helps protect your AirPods at a cost
Protecting the AirPods case from scratching can be problematic. Twelve South thinks that they have a solution with the AirSnap leather pouch.
It is a stiff leather, which seems very similar to the leather used on the Relaxed Leather line of cases, though perhaps a tad thicker. Without the AirPods, AirSnap still holds its shape.
On top of AirSnap is a mini carabiner-type clip, perfect for attaching to whichever bag you happen to be toting along. Not only is this handy for keeping track of them, it makes them more available rather than keepimg them in our pocket or buried in our bag.
The clasp is a bit on the small side, and we had an issue getting it onto the straps of some of our bags, but we just had to opt for a different anchor point in this situations.
As a downside, the paint covering the front snap seems to fleck off rather easily. Before we even had a chance to use AirSnap, there were already noticeable silver spots showing the metal underneath.
For anyone who wants it to stay more pristine, this can be a major dig. On the other hand, as a leather case, it really develops a great look as it wears and the weathered snap and clip could lend itself to the aesthetic.
We were initially worried about having to charge our AirPods while wearing AirSnap. Sure, when the wireless charging case launches we won't need to plug them in, but until then, we are tethered by a Lightning cable. We were pleasantly surprised to see Twelve South thought of this with an easy to access opening right on the bottom.
In our experience, our pocket, with keys and coins is where the AirPods case gets damaged the most t is unfortunate how large AirSnap is because, with the case on, you can't really slip them into your pocket comfortably.
AirSnap comes in three different colors -- black, tan, and a wonderful blue option -- all for $29.99 apiece. We are torn on this price -- having a case is extremely handy. It makes them more accessible while at the same time tethering and protecting them. It is also made out of quality leather, which never comes cheap.
At the same time, a leather sleeve for your wireless earbuds seems a bit excessive and $30 feels a bit high, especially when it can't realistically fit in your pocket.
We can't quibble with the quality of materials and the overall craftsmanship of the AirSnap. However, was a whole, it seems like an over-engineered solution to a problem that takes too much away from the user and add enough.
For most users, the AirSnap gets a:
All around earbud protection
AirSnap from Twelve South is the latest accessory aimed at protecting and traveling with AirPods, Apple's diminutive wireless earbuds. It is a leather sleeve that securely holds the AirPods case that can easily attach to any backpack or bag while on-the-go.It is a stiff leather, which seems very similar to the leather used on the Relaxed Leather line of cases, though perhaps a tad thicker. Without the AirPods, AirSnap still holds its shape.
On top of AirSnap is a mini carabiner-type clip, perfect for attaching to whichever bag you happen to be toting along. Not only is this handy for keeping track of them, it makes them more available rather than keepimg them in our pocket or buried in our bag.
The clasp is a bit on the small side, and we had an issue getting it onto the straps of some of our bags, but we just had to opt for a different anchor point in this situations.
As a downside, the paint covering the front snap seems to fleck off rather easily. Before we even had a chance to use AirSnap, there were already noticeable silver spots showing the metal underneath.
For anyone who wants it to stay more pristine, this can be a major dig. On the other hand, as a leather case, it really develops a great look as it wears and the weathered snap and clip could lend itself to the aesthetic.
We were initially worried about having to charge our AirPods while wearing AirSnap. Sure, when the wireless charging case launches we won't need to plug them in, but until then, we are tethered by a Lightning cable. We were pleasantly surprised to see Twelve South thought of this with an easy to access opening right on the bottom.
In our experience, our pocket, with keys and coins is where the AirPods case gets damaged the most t is unfortunate how large AirSnap is because, with the case on, you can't really slip them into your pocket comfortably.
AirSnap comes in three different colors -- black, tan, and a wonderful blue option -- all for $29.99 apiece. We are torn on this price -- having a case is extremely handy. It makes them more accessible while at the same time tethering and protecting them. It is also made out of quality leather, which never comes cheap.
At the same time, a leather sleeve for your wireless earbuds seems a bit excessive and $30 feels a bit high, especially when it can't realistically fit in your pocket.
We can't quibble with the quality of materials and the overall craftsmanship of the AirSnap. However, was a whole, it seems like an over-engineered solution to a problem that takes too much away from the user and add enough.
For most users, the AirSnap gets a:
Rating: 2.5 out of 5
However, if you have specifically been looking for a leather case with a clip for your AirPods, and don't ever want to put it in your pocket, this is the accessory for you.
Comments
It's also a non problem. Who the fuck cares for their airpod case being scratched?
Things get scratched. It adds a nice patina to them. It's part of life. People are going to replace their airpods in 3 4 years or so anyway.
So whether a case for a case makes sense, the market will decide. Don’t imagine people reselling APs and needing the case pristine. But I also think a case on the Watch is ridiculous which perhaps one resells.
On longevity - I’ve had mine since day 1 in december ‘16 when they came out. Work great and i love em, but the battery life has diminished. I can only get an hour of cell talk time instead of the 2.5 (5 hours is for audio streaming only). I’m going to have to send them in for battery service soon, if they offer it.
Don't get me wrong, I'd actually love to attach them on the outside of my bag; but irl this seems to just attract thieves and weather damage.
, you’re already pointing out the snap that is flaking off paint on the leather case
and by the way the article I read ends with
WHERE TO BUY , but doesn’t actually say or give a link on where to buy
I too thought "a case for your case" was silly, but I'm also prone to losing things, so I picked up a similar silicone rubber one last winter. Spent most of its time clipped to my laptop bag, occasionally attached to my keys.
One day I removed the silicone case so I could show it to a friend. Then I got distracted, put the AirPods down somewhere, and immediately lost them.
Of course I picked up a new set of AirPods. The silicone case wore out so I picked up one of these (actually, a knock-off that beat them to market by a couple months; sorry 12-South). The hook is indeed a little fiddly. There's a useless hole on the back for the "resync bluetooth" button, looks bad and would be easier to depress if the hole wasn't even there. Otherwise looks great, durable, lots of folks ask me where they can buy one. Everyone in my family will be getting one in their stocking this Christmas. 4/5 starz
(There are other leather cases that kind of look like diapers, and have the hook on the back instead of on top, and I don't understand how some of these product designers have jobs)
If you hadn't had that case you would have been more careful about where you placed your AirPods; so… hey… it was your case that made you lose your AirPods.
In a way the manufacturers of all these cases make their living simply because people give in to their fears of their stuff not being "protected"; and the more they give in to their fears, the harder it is to stop being neurotic about everything.
If a person needs a case they def should get one, but often it's just whatifism/fomo making us waste money on crap.
It's actually setting them down somewhere at home that's the problem. Maybe a bright yellow case with an RFID tag.