EarPods with Lightning Connector are available at Mascom International for KSh 3,800, brand new and sealed, with a built-in remote, an inline microphone and a plug that fits any Lightning iPhone. Made by Apple, these wired earphones skip the round earbud shape and follow the curve of the ear instead, so they sit comfortably for more people through long listening sessions. The EarPods with Lightning Connector draw power from the phone itself, which means no charging case, no pairing and no battery to wear out. You can test a pair at our shop on the First Floor of Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, in Nairobi CBD.
Built for iPhone owners across Kenya who still rely on an iPhone 11, iPhone 13 or iPhone 14, the EarPods with Lightning Connector handle calls, music, voice notes and online lectures without fuss. Many buyers lose the original pair, then try cheap copies from street stalls that crackle within weeks or drop the microphone mid-call. A genuine pair solves that problem at a fair price. Sales teams on Safaricom calls all day, university students at Kenyatta and JKUAT streaming lectures, and matatu commuters who want a podcast without a dead battery all get a dependable cable that simply works once it is plugged in.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that mix copies with originals on the same shelf, Mascom International stocks only genuine EarPods with Lightning Connector in sealed retail packaging. Customers across Nairobi tell us the clearest sign of a fake is a remote that stops responding after a month, and our 12-month warranty covers exactly that kind of defect. Buyers throughout Kenya also like the sound balance, which keeps voices clear on calls while giving music some weight in the low end. Order the EarPods with Lightning Connector on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya, or walk into the Kimathi Street store today.
Common Questions About the EarPods with Lightning Connector
How much are the EarPods with Lightning Connector in Kenya?
The EarPods with Lightning Connector cost KSh 3,800 brand new and sealed at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That price covers the genuine earphones in their retail box, a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects, and pay-on-arrival delivery to any of Kenya's 47 counties. Nothing else needs buying, since the earphones take power straight from your iPhone. The USB-C version sells at the same KSh 3,800, so the only choice is which port your device has, not which budget fits.
Which iPhones work with the EarPods with Lightning Connector?
The EarPods with Lightning Connector work with iPhones that have a Lightning port, from iPhone 6s up to the iPhone 14 series, including the iPhone SE models. They also fit Lightning iPads and the iPod touch. They will not plug into the iPhone 15 or any later model, because those phones use USB-C. If you are unsure which port you have, look at the bottom of the phone: Lightning is a small flat plug, while USB-C is a wider oval. Send us a photo on WhatsApp and we will confirm.
Should I buy the EarPods with Lightning Connector or the USB-C version?
Choose by port: the EarPods with Lightning Connector suit iPhone 14 and older, while the EarPods with USB-C Connector suit iPhone 15 and newer. Both cost KSh 3,800 at Mascom International, and both share the same ear shape, remote and microphone. The USB-C pair also plugs into recent iPads and Macs, which helps if you work from a laptop. If you plan to upgrade your phone within a year, the USB-C pair will carry over; if you are keeping your Lightning iPhone, this pair is the right buy.
Do the EarPods with Lightning Connector keep working during a KPLC power cut?
Yes, the EarPods with Lightning Connector have no battery of their own, so they work for as long as your iPhone has charge. During a KPLC outage, there is no case to top up and no earbud that dies before the phone does. Calls over Safaricom, Airtel Kenya or Telkom sound just as they would on any wired headset. The cable also avoids the dropouts some Bluetooth buds suffer in a crowded matatu, where dozens of phones and speakers compete for the same wireless space.
Can I charge my iPhone while using the EarPods with Lightning Connector?
No, the EarPods with Lightning Connector use the iPhone's only port, so you cannot charge and listen through the same socket at once. Most buyers plan around this by charging overnight and listening during the day. If you need both together, for example on a long work call, a Lightning splitter adapter from a reputable brand solves it. For long desk calls, many customers keep a charged power bank nearby and top up the phone during short breaks between meetings instead.
Are the EarPods with Lightning Connector good for calls and Zoom meetings?
Yes, the EarPods with Lightning Connector carry a microphone in the remote, which sits close to your mouth and picks up your voice clearly on calls. That placement works well for Zoom, Google Meet and Microsoft Teams on an iPhone or Lightning iPad. Lawyers on client calls, accountants in remote meetings and journalists recording quick interviews use them as a simple headset. Because the connection is wired, there is no Bluetooth delay, so your voice stays in step with your lips on video.
How can I tell genuine EarPods with Lightning Connector from fakes?
Genuine EarPods with Lightning Connector come in a sealed retail box, and the remote responds to every press without lag. Copies often have a looser plug, a thinner cable and a microphone that fails within weeks. Buying from a walk-in store that offers a warranty is the safest test. At Mascom International you can open the sealed box at the counter, plug the pair into your own iPhone and check the sound, volume buttons and microphone before paying.
Who should buy the EarPods with Lightning Connector, and who should skip them?
Buy the EarPods with Lightning Connector if you own an iPhone with a Lightning port and want reliable, low-cost earphones for calls, music and lectures. They suit anyone who hates charging earbuds or keeps losing tiny wireless buds. Skip them if your phone is an iPhone 15 or later, since the plug will not fit; the EarPods with USB-C Connector are the better match there. Also skip them if you want noise cancellation for long flights, where a pair of AirPods Pro serves that need better.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware and Sound
- Ear-shaped housing that follows the natural curve of the ear — sits comfortably for more people than round earbuds do.
- Speakers tuned for high sound output — enough volume to follow a podcast or call over busy street noise.
- Deep bass response — music keeps its weight in the low end, so drums and basslines stay full and clear.
- Open fit without silicone tips — you still hear traffic and announcements around you, which is safer when walking.
- Digital audio carried through the Lightning plug — no separate headphone adapter or dongle is needed on your iPhone.
- Wired signal path — no Bluetooth compression or delay, so video lip-sync stays exact during films and calls.
Connector and Device Compatibility
- Lightning connector — plugs straight into the charging port of Lightning iPhones, iPads and the iPod touch.
- Compatible iPhones — iPhone 6s through the iPhone 14 series, including the iPhone SE models, all work directly.
- Compatible tablets — Lightning versions of iPad, iPad Air, iPad mini and earlier iPad Pro models are supported.
- Not compatible with iPhone 15 or later — those models use USB-C, so they need the USB-C version instead.
- No pairing step — audio switches to the earphones the moment the plug goes in, with no settings to change.
Power and Battery
- No internal battery — the earphones run on power from the connected iPhone, so they never need charging.
- No charging case — nothing extra to carry, misplace or plug into a wall socket at the end of the day.
- No battery wear over time — wireless buds lose capacity with age, but a wired pair has no cell to degrade.
- Listening time matches your phone — the earphones keep playing for as long as your iPhone has charge left.
- Shares the phone's single port — charging and listening at once requires a separate Lightning splitter adapter.
Build and Durability
- Sweat and water resistance listed by the maker — handles workouts and light drizzle, though no IP rating is published.
- IP rating explained — an official dust and water score; without one, avoid submerging the earphones or rinsing them under a tap.
- Y-shaped white cable — one lead runs to each ear and they join below the chin for easy tangle checks.
- Remote housing on the right-side lead — buttons sit near your collar, where your fingers find them without looking.
- Light plastic earpieces — comfortable for hours of calls, and easy to wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.
Controls and Inputs
- Plus and minus buttons — raise or lower volume without taking the phone out of a pocket or bag.
- Center button single press — plays or pauses music and video, and answers or ends incoming calls.
- Center button double press — skips to the next track; a triple press jumps back to the previous one.
- Press and hold the center button — calls up Siri for hands-free messages, reminders and directions.
- Microphone built into the remote — picks up your voice for calls, voice notes and video meetings.
Package Contents
The sealed retail box holds one pair of EarPods with Lightning Connector, with the remote and microphone built into the cable. There is no carrying case, spare ear tips or adapter inside, since the earphones plug straight into your iPhone and the open-fit shape needs no tips. The box comes unopened, so you are the first person to use the pair. If you want a pouch to protect the cable in a bag, ask our team about cases sold separately at Mascom International.
Warranty
The EarPods with Lightning Connector ship with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. That includes a remote that stops responding, a microphone that fails or sound dropping from one side. Claims are handled at our service desk in Nairobi CBD, so simply bring the pair along.
Where to Buy the EarPods with Lightning Connector in Kenya
The EarPods with Lightning Connector are in stock at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your iPhone and try the fit, the remote and the microphone before you pay. The pair comes in white, the only colour this model is made in.
Reach our sales team on any of these channels:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, while Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and other major towns receive delivery the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Every pair is backed by the 12-month warranty above.
At Mascom International, we list honest specifications, keep pricing accurate and stand behind every sale with real after-sales support from our Nairobi team.
