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Would it be possible to combine Apple AirPods Pro and iPhone into a single device? Most definitely if it looks anything like the iPro by industrial designer Zarruk Taiseer. Put simply, the AirPods Pro case itself would have a touchscreen on the front and a triple rear camera system in the rear.
Apple AirPods 2 with Lightning Charging Case are still a great alternative to the Pro if you don’t need ANC, and you can get one for $79 shipped, today only, originally $159. Unlike the first-gen model, this one has an H1 chip that delivers up to 50% more talk time and switching between devices is two times faster. Product page.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 are comparable to true wireless earbuds that cost twice as much, and you can get a pair for $199.99 shipped ahead of Black Friday, today only, originally $249. In addition to Active Noise Cancellation, you also get touch control for media playback and volume adjustments directly from the stem. Product page.
We may have to wait a bit longer for USB-C AirPods, but the second-generation AirPods Pro are now official. Aside from Apple’s new H2 chip, AirPods Pro includes improved Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency modes, while also a more immersive Personalized Spatial Audio feature. Touch control has been expanded for media playback and volume adjustments directly from the stem.
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Apple AirPods Pro 2 may be introduced at the Fall event, alongside the iPhone 14, and some of the rumored new features are quite exciting to say the least. According to a report from 52Audio, this second-generation AirPods Pro comes equipped with an upgraded H1 chip, heart rate detection, USB-C, and even the capability of doubling as a hearing aid.
Engineer Ken Pillionel unveils the world’s first USB-C Apple AirPods, and this may become standard on future models. Currently, this modification only works on the first and second-generation AirPods, which means AirPods Pro as well as AirPods Max will have to settle for the Lightning cable…for now.
The 3rd Gen Apple Airpods combines the power of the H1 chip with an custom acoustic system, and you can get a pair for $149.98 shipped, this weekend only, originally priced at $179. Unlike its predecessor, this model utilizes computational audio to deliver amazing sound with Adaptive EQ. Users can also enjoy spatial audio featuring Dolby Atmos in Apple Music, movies, and TV shows, complete with dynamic head tracking, across Apple devices. Product page. Read more for a hands-on video review and additional information.
Apple AirPods 2 are still a great alternative true wireless earbud for anyone who doesn’t need active noise cancellation, and you can get a pair for $99.99 shipped, this weekend only, originally $159. What sets this model apart from the first-generation AirPods is the H1 chip, which boasts custom audio architecture that delivers up to 50 percent more talk time and improved syncing. Product page. Read more for a hands-on video review and additional information.
Apple AirPods 3 are the perfect true wireless earbuds for those who don’t need Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), and you can get a pair for $139.99 shipped, today only, originally $179. Coming from the second generation, you’ll notice a shorter stem that comes equipped with the same intuitive force sensor as AirPods Pro for media control. These earbuds are resistant to both sweat and water, with an IPX4 rating for both the earbuds and the charging case. Product page. Read more for a hands-on video review and additional information.
Apple’s AirPods Pro have been one of their best selling noise cancelling wireless earbuds to date, but unfortunately, there haven’t been any special editions released in the US. To celebrate Lunar New Year in China, Taiwan, Macao and Hong Kong, Apple is releasing a special edition Year of the Tiger AirPods Pro that come with a special box and charging case. Read more for an unboxing and hands-on look.