innovative new features, such as Spatial Audio and continually enhancing Active Noise Cancellation. Overall, Apple’s AirPods might be considered among the company’s most seamless offerings. However, occasionally, you may observe that one AirPod depletes its battery significantly quicker than the other. In fact, I experienced this just recently. While at the airport during a brief stopover, I was listening to music when I noticed that one of my AirPods had 74% battery left, while the other had decreased to a mere 13%.
If you’ve ever encountered this situation, it’s not merely a coincidence or an issue stemming from a defective battery. Interestingly, the manner in which you’re utilizing them could be the reason. Specifically, if you tend to use one AirPod while the other remains in the case, you might inadvertently be harming your AirPod’s battery life. Indeed, this was exactly my experience at the airport. I kept one AirPod in and placed the other in the charging case since I wanted to converse with my friends, stay alert for crucial announcements, and even chat with airport retail staff during purchases. While I could have opted for Transparency mode, it sometimes feels impolite to engage in conversation with someone while both AirPods are in. Thus, although removing one AirPod can occasionally be practical, it can negatively affect your battery performance.