Apple’s AirPods are so ubiquitous, they’ve become the Kleenex of Bluetooth earbuds. But whether you own an iPhone or an Android, AirPods are hardly the only compelling option. As long as you stay clear of the cheapest budget options you see in checkout lines, Bluetooth earbuds, in general, are all pretty awesome.

Apple just unveiled one of its most important devices of the year, and it's something you can use even if you'd never touch an iPhone. The new AirPods 5 promise significant upgrades to Apple's "default" wireless earbuds, including for Android users — although there are still limitations worth considering on Google-powered handsets.