AirPodsDesktop

Even though AirPods are compatible with Windows 10, some users have complained about the poor sound quality and performance of the built-in microphone. AirPodsDesktop is a tool designed to address this issue and help you enhance your AirPods experience on desktop.

The setup is a quick operation that does not require any special attention on your part. The application does not come with an interface per se and you can access it from the System Tray. Once you connect the headsets to your PC, if you haven't done so already, the app should display the status of the battery.

Take note that on first launch, the application can lend a hand with configuration asking you whether you prefer the app to be launched with Windows and activate various modes. In case you skipped configuration, do not worry as you can access the same features and turn them on and off from the Settings.

You can activate two features, namely the low audio latency mode and the automatic ear detection. While the first has the role of improving the short audio not playing, the latter toggles pause based on whether you are wearing your headsets.

The reason behind the audio problems of AirPods with Windows 10 appear to stem from the way the latter handles Bluetooth headsets in general. Simply put, Bluetooth devices connected have a set quality that is the equivalent of telephone quality.

Another way to improve the quality of your headsets would be to disconnect the telephone connection feature. Other suggestions would be to shut down the programs that apps with access to the microphone.

In the eventuality that you want to use your AirPods with Windows without compromising on sound quality and performance, perhaps you can consider giving AirPodsDesktop a try.