# Swimming headphones: What makes them so different from regular headphones? - Engadget

> Swimming headphones: What makes them so different from regular headphones? Why can’t I just wear my AirPods in the pool?

- **Source:** [Engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2220914/swimming-headphones-what-makes-different-from-regular/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a68cf3efe66f1894905ce7b)
- **Published:** 2026-07-28
- **Category:** Audio & Video
- **Tags:** #airpods #headphones
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