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Apple BeatsX Wireless in-Ear Headphones - Black

4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 4,103 ratings

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Brand Apple
Model Name MLYE2LL/A
Color Black
Form Factor In Ear
Connectivity Technology Bluetooth

About this item

  • Up to 8 hours of battery life for when you’re on the go
  • With Fast Fuel, a 5-minute charge gives you 2 hours of playback when battery is low
  • Flex-Form cable provides all-day comfort with easy purse and pocket portability
  • Take calls, control your music, and activate Siri with RemoteTalk
  • What’s in the Box: BeatsX earphones, eartips with four size options, Lightning to USB-A charging cable, quick start guide, warranty card

What's in the box

  • Beatsx earphones^eartips with four (4) size options^removable secure-fit wingtips^pocket-sized carrying case^lightning to USB-A charging cable^Quick Start Guide^warranty card
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    4 out of 5 stars
    4 out of 5
    4,103 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the comfort of the headphones. For example, they mention that it's rubbery soft, and they can wear them comfortably for many hours. That said, opinions are mixed on charging, performance, quality, value, connectivity, sound quality, and battery life.

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    232 customers mention195 positive37 negative

    Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They mention that the rubbery soft material is comfortable and provides a great fit. Some say that the gummy earbuds are not used to, but they were able to get a comfortable fit and seal with the provided tips. Overall, most are satisfied with the comfort and performance of the product.

    "...Sweet.It is also very very comfortable. I like the fact its rubbery soft. My last wireless headset were the LG Tone...." Read more

    "...They’re comfortable in any position including laying down which is an issue for most headphones and even ear buds. They still sound pretty good...." Read more

    "...So far these have been very comfortable to wear over long periods of time. Wearing them while walking around or sitting at my desk has been great...." Read more

    "I really like these headphones. They are very comfortable to wear, I like the blue color, they sound decent, the battery life is acceptable, and..." Read more

    967 customers mention651 positive316 negative

    Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that they sound decent, full, and rich with plenty of bass. The volume is very good, and the noise isolation is great. However, others say that they unseal, resulting in a severe loss of audio quality. The mids and highs are crisp and clear, but the bass is not much. They're not audiophile headphones by any means, and have audio lag in recent iOS versions.

    "...Volume is very good - I've had before wireless headsets that were too weak, this is not the case here.Battery life is quite decent...." Read more

    "...Max volume is a 4 out of 10.If you want rich sound quality, high volume and a long lasting product..... Look elsewhere...." Read more

    "...On rare occasions I can tell that the high frequencies are muddy but the music I listen to doesn’t usually cause a problem...." Read more

    "...I just wanted something with at least 8 hours of battery life, good noise isolation, good audio quality, and good comfort...." Read more

    785 customers mention393 positive392 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the headphones. Some mention that the popular brands are known for their quality, they're decently durable, and very good ear buds. Others say that they lasted 4 months before a catastrophic failure, the sound quality is good, but not perfect, and they'll break easily.

    "...To be perfectly honest I’m pretty torn. These are very good ear buds...." Read more

    "...Sound quality is good, but not perfect...." Read more

    "...The build quality seems good. The cable is flexible but rigid and the earpieces seem to be durable and sturdy for their size and weight...." Read more

    "...They lasted 4 months before catastrophic failure. Apple denied the warranty stating “accidental damage”. With no explanation of what was damaged...." Read more

    584 customers mention188 positive396 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the performance of the headphones. Some mention that it works well so far, has great functionality, and the inline remote works well. However, others say that it stopped working after three weeks, the left bud stopped working, and that the unit became unresponsive and useless after six months to a year.

    "...This is nice, but over a few hours they slowly work their way out as you move around, no big deal as you feel it long before they would fall out...." Read more

    "...You can immediately tell this is an Apple product. Functionality wise - it is by far the best wireless headset I've ever owned..." Read more

    "...If you live in a cold climate, do some research on these. They kept turning off on me when I was out at -10C. I know that the iPhone has problems..." Read more

    "UPDATE: The Beats earbuds stopped working. They simply will not accept a charge. And just when I thought things couldn't get worse...." Read more

    379 customers mention204 positive175 negative

    Customers are mixed about the battery life of the headphones. Some mention that it has good battery life, while others say that it makes them frustrating for someone who talks on the phone. They also say that always-on implies battery drain.

    "...Battery life is quite decent. I'd be happy for a few more hours (My LG had better battery life), but that of course comes with the light weight...." Read more

    "...I believe there is a problem with the battery and it is a known problem by Apple.Sorry but I feel Beat(s) out of my money by Apple." Read more

    "...The battery life has been good at around 8 hours...." Read more

    "...Not the BeatsX.Battery.Battery life is weak. There is no way you get 8 hours of use with a full charge...." Read more

    295 customers mention189 positive106 negative

    Customers are mixed about the charging of the headphones. Some mention that it's quick and easy to charge, while others say that it won't accept a charge and won''t reset.

    "...Having said that - charging is SNAPPY. you can get it up to about a quarter charge in 5 minutes (!)...." Read more

    "...Kinda sucks that it doesn't come with a charger just the cable and also there is no lid to cover the port where the iPhone cable connect too so that..." Read more

    "...Not great though by a small margin. They charge super fast although honestly the battery life seems to be less than 8 hours to me...." Read more

    "...They easily pair with your iOS devices and every time after is fast and simple. It has a 3 button remote on the left side as well as a mic...." Read more

    271 customers mention137 positive134 negative

    Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the headphones. Some mention that the Bluetooth connectivity is excellent, and the extended range of connectivity is true. They say the connection is quick and instant with all their Apple devices. However, others say that the connection becomes spotty and it no longer connects automatically. They also say that it intermittently does not pair and it fails to pair repeatedly.

    "...Functionality wise - it is by far the best wireless headset I've ever owned (at least if you're in the apple echo system)...." Read more

    "...from Beats (although still quite strong) but treble and overall separation is a big issue here...." Read more

    "...for just the badging but all things considered this is a great set of wireless headphones, it just would have been excellent in the $100-$125 range...." Read more

    "...However, while walking around in NYC my connection becomes spotty when I put my phone in my back pocket less than 3 feet away from the headset...." Read more

    249 customers mention109 positive140 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the headphones. Some mention that it's worth the price, while others say that it is hard to justify the price. Some say that the sound quality is good for the price and that they are a worthy purchase for everyday use. However, some customers also mention that the earbud replacements are expensive and that there is not a ton of low end.

    "...The only reason these get 4 stars is the price point...." Read more

    "...recommend them without reservation, remembering that these are an affordable pair and to expect performance in line with their cost...." Read more

    "...There is good definition and separation, but there’s just not a ton of low end...." Read more

    "...In my case, for everything mentioned above, they are worth every penny. I find myself using them more than any other pair of headphones I have...." Read more

    Price of Admission is High but Quality is Good
    4 Stars
    Price of Admission is High but Quality is Good
    I bought these directly from Apple and I actually own the Black pair.I was never particularly a fan of Beats or Bose. I didn't really care for their tuning and much preferred Klipsch, Audio Technica, or Sennheiser. I listen to most genres of music from classical to hip hop and everything in between and beyond. I do like a bit of a forward and punchy bass when the music calls for it but otherwise I prefer my audio experience to be somewhat neutral. While I am kind of a headphone junkie I wouldn't call myself and audiophile.I've been looking for a good wireless solution for work for a while now. I've been using my V-Moda Crossfade Wireless and I like them a lot but I don't like having something big and bulky on my head and sometimes it messes up my hair. I'll switch to my Klipsch S4i but I hate being tethered to my phone. I was considering the Apple AirPods because they seemed easy and convenient but after further research I found the battery life to be somewhat unacceptable at around 4 hours and I heard too many reports of people losing one side. Also they are kind of silly looking. I just wanted something with at least 8 hours of battery life, good noise isolation, good audio quality, and good comfort. I believe The BeatsX meets all of those requirements.The battery life has been good at around 8 hours. I'd love to get 12+ hours like on the Powerbeats but I preferred the smaller and more compact design of the BeatsX.The noise isolation is actually great. I have an open office so I can usually hear a lot of other people which can be annoying and distracting, these block out most of the noiseThe audio quality is good. It is not great. These won't be an audio revelation for anyone. They are fairly balanced with decent to good mids, decent highs, and pretty good bass. The clarity is ever so slightly lacking when compared to other better wired earphones but nothing too bad. It is good enough for me to enjoy classical music and hip hop or for listening to podcasts. It is important to keep in mind that these are closed back in ear monitors with wireless Bluetooth connectivity. All of those things combined dont typically translate to great audio but in this case I can say it's actually good.So far these have been very comfortable to wear over long periods of time. Wearing them while walking around or sitting at my desk has been great. I am using the earpieces that came installed and they fit great. I did attach the ear fin/hook pieces but found them unnecessary for a good hold. I have not found any discomfort in wearing these for extended listening of 3 hours plus. Mileage will vary on comfort because of the unique nature of everyone's ear sizes and shapes but fortunately they do provide 3 other ear pieces ranging in size and style as well as 2 pairs of fin/hooks. My only issue with fit is that they are kind of long and there is no adjustment on the length. They hang a bit low when you don't have them in and sometimes they loop out far from your face because the excess length. This has so far been a minor issue at best. Also I should point out that I have not tried to work out with these yet and I haven't had a lot of cable noise like others have complained about.The build quality seems good. The cable is flexible but rigid and the earpieces seem to be durable and sturdy for their size and weight. I also do appreciate that the backs of earphones do magnetically attach to each other so they won't as easily come off of your neck.Operation and functionality is great. They easily pair with your iOS devices and every time after is fast and simple. It has a 3 button remote on the left side as well as a mic. The buttons are appropriately clicky and tactile. I also really like that you can charge these with the iPhone lightning cable and that it comes with a short one. I can confirm that they do charge up fast and will get a 2 hour playtime from just 5 minutes of charge. Charging fully usually takes from 45 minutes to an hour depending on how drained they are.The only reason these get 4 stars is the price point. Yes it is Apple and it is Beats so you're paying a premium for just the badging but all things considered this is a great set of wireless headphones, it just would have been excellent in the $100-$125 range. While the audio quality and battery life are good they won't amaze anyone like they might had they been cheaper. If you're willing to spend the money and have your expectations in check then I can recommend these happily. They work well and provide everything I needed and then some. If I lost them I'd probably buy another set.
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    Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2017
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    Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2017
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Great design. Ok sound quality.
    Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2017
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    I’m going to update my review a little after having these a couple months. I’m not sure quite why but these are now my go to headphones for 90% of the time. They’re comfortable in any position including laying down which is an issue for most headphones and even ear buds. They still sound pretty good. Not great though by a small margin. They charge super fast although honestly the battery life seems to be less than 8 hours to me. They look great around the neck and on. I’ve really grown to love these things so I’m adding the 5th star.
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    To be perfectly honest I’m pretty torn. These are very good ear buds. They have some unique features you really can’t find anywhere else and it’s those that will have to make it worth (or not) the $100+ price tag. For me I do quite like them but I’d have to say they probably aren’t worth the 5x higher price tag compared to Anker sound buds Lite for example. ($20). Especially if you’re on the fence about it.

    Sound is good. Not great. Not particularly exciting. Just good. It’s surprising how much balance there is overall. The bass isn’t that typical Beats bass which honestly I’m fine with for earbuds. I’d personally prefer a bit more punch in the lows. On rare occasions I can tell that the high frequencies are muddy but the music I listen to doesn’t usually cause a problem.

    The biggest positives about these earbuds are kind of design oriented. They are very comfortable. They are pretty stable in ear. I’ve not had any trouble with them coming loose but with the controller on the left wire they’re not quite perfect. Again I prefer the cheap Anker lite style slightly more with absolutely clean cables and neck band controls. They look pretty nice and the flexible neck band is very comfortable. By far my favorite thing is the charging though. 5 minutes for 2 hours and about 40 minutes give you 8 hours claimed. In my experience it's closer to 30 minutes for 6.5 hours but I still think it's great. And for any iPhone user having headphones with lightning charging is a very refreshing change. They do pair easily as well with the W1 chip but in my experience it's not THAT much faster than normal so I don't particularly care.

    Overall I wouldn't buy these purely for the sound quality. There are headphones for half the price or less that sound better. That doesn't mean they're horrible though. These earbuds still make a lot of sense for people that just want something super convenient for every day listening and are already involved in the Apple ecosystem. Though honestly even for those people many of the cheaper options don't give up too many features so these make the most sense if you've got the cash to spare for mostly unnecessary niceties.
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    Larry
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great for work outside
    Reviewed in Canada on March 17, 2018
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    jonathan rodolfo ceja cuamba
    5.0 out of 5 stars Unos muy buenos audifonos y de buena calidad en sonido en tanto no seas un audiofilo
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 11, 2018
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    jonathan rodolfo ceja cuamba
    5.0 out of 5 stars Unos muy buenos audifonos y de buena calidad en sonido en tanto no seas un audiofilo
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 11, 2018
    Unos audífonos muy buenos, el envío fue muy rápido me llegaron antes de lo pensado, sólo una de las cosas que no me gustó fue que los bajos no son muy pronunciados como algunos afirman, pero en tanto a la calidad del sonido rs muy buena los materiales de los audífonos son muy buenos, ademas de que son una muy buena alternativa a los aerpods.
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    Dhruva
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent earphones
    Reviewed in India on September 2, 2018
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    Felice
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
    Reviewed in Australia on June 3, 2020
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    MohammadHossein
    1.0 out of 5 stars DEFECTIVE BEATSX: DOES NOT EVEN TURN ON
    Reviewed in Canada on December 21, 2019
    Color: BlackVerified Purchase