Apple is gearing up for significant changes in its AirPods lineup, as reported by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. In 2024, updates are anticipated for both the standard AirPods and AirPods Max, while the AirPods Pro will receive enhancements in 2025.
Concurrently, Apple is planning to phase out the 2nd and 3rd-generation standard AirPods and introduce two different price points for the upcoming 4th-generation AirPods.
Upcoming-Generation AirPods: New Designs and Features
According to Gurman, the 4th-generation standard AirPods are expected to incorporate features from both AirPods and AirPods Pro models and may come with shorter earphone stems. The higher-end version of the standard AirPods is likely to feature active noise cancellation, similar to the AirPods Pro and Max, along with an improved fit for added comfort. Details about potential additions to the charging case, such as speakers or a USB-C interface, remain uncertain.
The AirPods Max will not just be receiving functional updates. Aesthetic variations are also on the horizon, with more color options likely to be available. There’s also talk of adding the USB-C interface.
As for the AirPods Pro, the 3rd gen is rumored to boast a new design and more efficient internal chips. What’s particularly intriguing is the possibility of “hearing health” features, suggesting that these AirPods could collect hearing data, potentially positioning them as an alternative to traditional hearing aids in certain situations. This year Apple already updated the 2nd generation AirPods Pro with USB‐C so the next gen will also feature the same.
Apple has filed recent patents suggesting that future AirPods may include features such as reading biosignals like brain waves using in-ear electrodes and dynamic environment adaptation capabilities.
Apple also plans to manufacture AirPods in India, in addition to iPhones and is expected to introduce these refreshed AirPods models alongside new iPhones next year.
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