There are three green light indicators while charging (middle for front charger, left for Apple Watch, and right for back AirPods or additional phone). I also find the cotton to be quite comfortable. You have to use your phone. THE HEADSET IS NOT VERY DURABLE. I took them on a trip to Europe, and along with a pair of Clarks loafers, I had no issues walking hours a day. What happened to the QC? ) It folds at the top part & bottom. it comes in a nice box that you could give it as a gift. Material is on the thicker side, somewhere between blue Jeans ant cotton cargo pants, seems very durable. Fits great, stays put and not hot at all, but definitely sweat inducing!