I didn't have high hopes for Apple's AirPods 3 I had dropped the second generation down a sewer drain, and when I tried the AirPods Pro for running, it was a disaster The wireless earbuds simply don't fit my ears

So, I don't know what kind of magic is in the latest AirPods products, but these buds don't fall out I wear them when I'm walking the streets of New York City and when I'm lounging around in my apartment And since Apple's latest inner-ear amps are sweat-resistant, I put these $179 earbuds to the ultimate test

The buds didn't budge during my two-mile run I felt the need to adjust them in my ears several times, but not once did the earbuds fall to the ground Sadly, that meant I could not excuse the pause I suppose that's the point of running for exercise, though

I tried several different types of sporty earbuds over the past few months, mainly to incorporate a little running into my workout routine I tried the Powerbeats Pro for running, the Jabra Elite Active 75t for running, and bone-conduction headphones for running

I also bought an $11 AirPods Pro accessory to solve the drop problem I was constantly falling, especially when it came to the AirPods Pro Might be too much running if you ask me

Despite my mixed feelings about cardio, I think the AirPods 3 are one of the best headphones for running The short stem makes it less likely that I'll drop the headphones while I'm fixing my mask or hair The rectangular buds fit snugly without putting extra pressure on the inside of my ears

I wish they had active noise cancellation so I could ignore my gym buddies more However, when walking or jogging around the neighborhood, it is nice to be able to hear what is going on around me Plus, the AirPods 3 have spatial audio, so I can stay immersed in what I'm listening to or watching

Because there is no fit test for the ear tips, it is hard to promise that the AirPods 3 will fit you as well as they fit me Because the tips are not interchangeable, the AirPods 3 come in only one size But if you've struggled with past AirPods designs, you may find luck with the third-generation earbuds

Given the recent release of the AirPods 3, there aren't many deals to be expected on Black Friday However, Amazon's AirPods Black Friday sale offers a few dollars off

Fit is not the only thing to consider when buying headphones, of course Sound and battery life are also important factors

When it comes to audio, the AirPods 3 gets the Pro treatment, offering full sound and customization options I need strong bass to keep me motivated while running, and the AirPods 3 delivers Again, I didn't mind the ambient sound seeping in, but be aware that without true ear tips, you'll hear sounds other than music

As for battery life, the AirPods 3 can provide up to 6 hours of continuous listening, with an additional 30 hours of battery use when using the charging case This is an hour longer than the AirPods 2 and AirPods Pro and is sufficient for relatively short runs

I can't say that the AirPods 3 are the ideal running headphones for everyone But for me, they hit the sweet spot of solid sound, excellent battery life, and a firm fit, which is my top priority