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Navigating the current AirPods lineup can be tricky, but new rumors indicate that Apple is set to streamline the options with the introduction of the Apple AirPods 4.
Apple is anticipated to unveil these new AirPods at its iPhone 16 launch event next month, as highlighted by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman in his Power On newsletter. This refresh is expected to cover both the entry-level and mid-range AirPods.
At present, consumers can choose between the second-gen Apple AirPods (2019) and the third-gen Apple AirPods 3, while the premium AirPods Pro are in their second generation. The naming conventions can be misleading; for example, ‘third-generation AirPods’ might seem more advanced than ‘second-generation AirPods Pro.’
Gurman suggests that Apple will update its non-Pro AirPods to the fourth generation. Buyers will have the option of a basic model or a higher-priced version with active noise cancellation, a feature we’ve been hoping for in the new AirPods 4. These new models might replace both the second and third-generation AirPods, simplifying the lineup.
There could be some initial confusion, though. Gurman believes Apple might continue selling the AirPods 3 at a discounted rate for a short period of time. If this limited-time offer extends until the AirPods 3 are phased out, it will mean that all entry-level AirPods will be on the same fourth generation, making the purchasing decision easier.
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Why is Apple planning to phase out two generations of AirPods simultaneously? Regulatory requirements likely play a part. New EU laws mandate that products must have USB-C ports, which the second and third-generation AirPods lack (they still use a proprietary Lightning connector). By updating its AirPods lineup, Apple can introduce USB-C ports across all models, avoiding regulatory issues.
The updates will include more than just a new port. Active noise cancellation, currently exclusive to the AirPods Pro, is expected to be available on the higher-priced fourth-generation AirPods this September. Additionally, this model could feature a wireless charging case, head gesture controls, and improved noise isolation. Beyond that, we might see every model equipped with spatial audio and the ability to wirelessly charge using an Apple Watch charging puck.
The only remaining question is whether the AirPods Pro will be updated to a third-generation model. The AirPods Pro already use a USB-C charging case, so the need for an update is less urgent. Ultimately, we’ll likely learn about the AirPods Pro and all other AirPods models this September at Apple’s major iPhone launch event.
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