Details, possible release date, updates and other rumors about the new AirPods.
AirPods have been a hit, and with them, Apple has dominated the headphone market in recent years, which is why there are more and more rumors and the infatuation among followers continues to grow, and one of the most repeated questions is: When will the new generations of Apple headphones come?
When will the AirPods Pro 2 be released?
A month ago it was rumored that the AirPods Pro 2 could be available by the end of the year; this rumor remains and besides, it is possible that Apple does not modify the design of the headphones, or at least not too much.
As we believed, maybe the second generation of AirPods Pro will retain its current designbut with a small touch-up on the tips of the ears.
On the other hand, the analyst Ming-Chi Kuo – who has a huge track record of successes – and Mark Gurman, from Bloomberg. They agreed that the design of the headphones could be similar to the design of the Beats Studio Buds.
As for his sensors for training, it was rumored that could include sensors to monitor respiratory rate according to a report by researchers from Apple and Cornell, where they used continuous listening technology capable of passively estimating respiratory rate even in very noisy environments, which is a very cost effective way to do this compared to traditional health care.
However, later the rumor was dismissed by Gurman. So don’t expect the new AirPods Pro 2 to bring health sensors to this generation.
Other details we know about the AirPods Pro 2
Is Apple excited to switch to USB-C?
Now Let’s talk about the new AirPods charging case. Its thickness should be the same (21 millimeters), but this time it will be 46 mm high and 54 mm wide, which if compared to the current AirPods Pro charging case, it will be a little taller and less wide. , since the latter have dimensions of 45.2 mm high and 60.6 mm wide.
Kuo indicated that Apple may switch from Lightning to USB-C in terms of charging cases by 2023. For this reason, it is possible that AirPods 2 models released in 2022 include a Lightning portor at least that is what is expected.
AirPods Pro 2 will have a “significantly improved” chip
AirPods Pro 2 changes will be more noticeable indoors
According to what Kuo and Gurman said in December, the new models will have an improved chip and will also be able to support the Apple Lossless (ALAC) format. Additionally, support for the LC3 codec in the AirPods Max beta firmware hints that AirPods Pro 2 could be the first to add Bluetooth 5.2 support.
And finally, we also hope that the charging case is capable of emitting sound so that users can locate them more easily, in case of losses.
When will the AirPods Max be released?
Although we will surely be a little disappointed, Apple has no plans to launch a second generation high-end models of the AirPods Max for now.
Many users thought that Apple would release a new generation of these earbuds, as the company launched Lossless quality support with Apple Music last June. This gave the idea that a new version was possible, as the AirPods Max are technically not able to play audio in this quality, even via a wired connection.
Since the AirPods Max recently turned a year old, we are not expecting a new release anytime soon, but what is possible is that Apple plans to release new colors for this version soon. Additionally, it has been reported that Apple is working on a higher quality Bluetooth codec, and while this allows for better audio enjoyment, a firmware update is required. Material to maximize this potential.
When will AirPods 4 be released?
Will we see the next generation soon?
There is not much information about the new AirPods 4, since Apple launched the AirPods 3 last October, with a renewed design, with a design without silicone tips, unlike the AirPods Pro.
Recall that October headphones they don’t have an ANC or transparency modealthough this version achieved a bass boost, or at least that’s what the company says.
Also they have a 6 hour battery life on a single charge and its new MagSafe charging case, and of course we can’t forget Dolby Atmos support with Spatial Audio; It really came with some interesting changes. We therefore hope that your update will be as important.
However, as we mentioned, It’s also unclear when Apple plans to release the next-gen. of the AirPods, but due to the introduction of the new codec, it wouldn’t be crazy to assume that the new AirPods 4 will support Bluetooth 5.2 and the LC3 codecbut beyond that, there are no rumors or much to comment on.
Other data and some recommendations
While waiting for Apple to present its new devices and work on future generations, we must think about which AirPods are best for us, because each model is ideal for a different type of user, and making the right choice is the best. way to enjoy multimedia content without breaking the bank.
On the other hand, it is also worth mentioning that Apple may launch the AirPods Pro 2 with new plugs, so that it is possible to facilitate the purchase of these devices. It will therefore always be more reliable to buy the headphones directly from selected stores, since they are usually highly counterfeit devices, so we will have no doubts: will they be my original AirPods?
Additionally, Kuo indicates that Apple is likely to discontinue AirPods Pro after its second launch. Indeed, Apple will try to solve its mistake of cannibalizing its own devices, since according to the researcher: “demand for AirPods 3 is significantly lower than for AirPods 2”. In this way, it would not be surprising if they apply this strategy to avoid repeating the same mistake.
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