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I will set that reminder. My guess is these headphones will be about as popular as the original HomePod. Not a failure, but definitely a niche-y product. Apple
by leokennis 6y ago
I will set that reminder. My guess is these headphones will be about as popular as the original HomePod. Not a failure, but definitely a niche-y product.
Apple's magic is making you pay just that bit more for a "magical" experience. Bluetooth earbuds: $100. AirPods: $159. Clunky smartwatch: $300. Apple Watch: $449.
However the price difference with competing products here is so large I think Apple has priced themselves out of the market here.
- frutiger 6y ago> However the price difference with competing products here is so large I think Apple has priced themselves out of the market here. The idea that a comment on HN has done more extensive research and modeling than Apple for a pricing a particular product is amusing.
- warriorstar 6y agoIt's mind-blowing. It's like they've never walked down the street of a major city, and see the $200+ AirPods line are already the most popular headphones used.
- 1123581321 6y agoThey at least contributed something interesting to read.
- fomine3 6y agoIIRC AirPods was cheaper TWS earbuds at launch, but soon chinese manufacturer start selling cheaper products in extremely cheaper price.