I took my AirPods to an Apple store.
I bought my AirPods Pro three years ago, and I've been experiencing occasional noise issues. Initially, I didn't attempt to address the problem, assuming there was nothing I could do about it. By chance, I came across some information about this issue on the internet and discovered that it was a common problem with the first-generation AirPods Pro. Apple offered free replacements for AirPods affected by this problem. I was relieved to find out about this and looked forward to resolving the noise issue.
I made a reservation at the Genius Bar, an Apple program designed to address various issues with Apple products. During my appointment, I explained my problem to the Genius Bar staff and presented my AirPods. They checked the serial number and delivered disappointing news. Apple had provided free repairs for AirPods with this issue within three years from the purchase date, and unfortunately, my AirPods had passed the three-year mark by three weeks. This meant that I would have to pay for the repair, which turned out to be so costly that it would be more practical to purchase a new AirPod with the latest version. Faced with the high cost, I decided not to proceed with the repair and felt regretful for not addressing the problem sooner.
