Apple Prioritizes Convenience Over Speed With AirPods Pro Charging

The AirPods Pro case has a small battery capacity so doesn't need fast charging. Convenience and practicality are more important.
Wireless charging works well for the AirPods Pro case since it's rarely drained fully. It's always topped up.
Switching to USB-C means one less cable to worry about.
Charging the case when AirPods are in use or not is easy. Takes about an hour to fully charge.
Wireless charging when getting home from the gym keeps the case constantly charged. Speed isn't that important.

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