Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Lightning connector wired earbuds
- Built-in remote for music, calls and volume
- 1.13 oz item weight
- Model MWTY3AM/A
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Apple's wired earbuds for iPhones that still use Lightning, with an inline remote for music, calls and volume. The listing gives no driver, impedance or cable length details.
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ASIN: B0D7FVQ1ZBModel: MWTY3AM/ACategory: Earbud Headphones
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Overview
Apple builds these wired earbuds with a Lightning plug, so they connect straight to an iPhone with no adapter. A small remote on the cable controls music, phone calls and volume. They use no Bluetooth and need no charging.
The reason to choose them is the plug-in simplicity: nothing to pair or charge. The limit is the Lightning plug, which fits only devices with that port, and the listing is thin on audio specifications.
Who it's for
Calls, podcasts and music from a Lightning iPhone are the intended use. Owners of newer phones without Lightning should check for a different connector first.
Pros and cons
- Plug in and play
- Inline remote controls music and calls
- Volume control on the cable
- No audio specifications listed
- Wired cable can tangle in a bag
Performance notes
Sound quality comes from the earbud drivers fed by the phone through the Lightning connector, with no Bluetooth compression in between. The inline remote sends commands through the same connector, so it works only with devices that support that accessory input.
Where it stands among earbud headphones
- #1 most-searched brand and model of the 154 earbud headphones lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 22 earbud headphones we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Apple |
|---|---|
| Model | MWTY3AM/A |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Product dimensions | 2.67 x 0.82 x 2.66 inches |
| Item weight | 1.13 ounces |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Compatible Devices | iPhone |
| Other details | |
| Connector type | Lightning |
| Control Type | Built-in remote for music, calls and volume |
| Item Model Number | MWTY3AM/A |
| Batteries | Nonstandard Battery batteries required. |
| Units | 1 Count |
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Frequently asked questions
How should I look after the Apple EarPods Lightning connector?
The listing gives no care instructions. Keep the Lightning plug clean and dry, and avoid pulling on the cable near the connector.
Do the Apple EarPods with Lightning need charging?
No. The listing describes wired earbuds, so they draw no battery power of their own.
Will the Apple EarPods work with a USB-C phone?
Not directly. They have a Lightning plug, and the listing mentions only iPhone.
Do the Apple EarPods have volume controls?
Yes, the built-in remote controls music, phone calls and volume.