AirPods review: the best non-isolating wireless earbuds, but only for Apple

Apple has cut the cable from its EarPods, improving sound, fit and connectivity - but the AirPods lack noise-cancelling and easy controls

When Apple removed the traditional headphone socket from its latest iPhone, part of the rationale was that wireless headphones were now coming into the mainstream. And Apple had its own player in this field, its AirPods.

But then there was an unexpected delay in their launch, raising fears over technical issues. Now they're finally here, are they worth the 159 price tag?