Apple plans to add more health-related features to future AirPods models, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, and the upcoming Powerbeats Pro 2 might offer a hint. We previously reported that the Powerbeats Pro 2 will offer heart rate monitoring during workouts, and perhaps that feature will extend to AirPods in the future. Based on our […]
Read MoreIn a blog post today, Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo revealed two new products that Apple apparently plans to release in a few years from now, including a smart home camera and updated AirPods with more health management features. Kuo said mass production of Apple’s smart home camera is scheduled to begin in 2026, […]
Read MoreApple today released new firmware versions for the second-generation AirPods Pro with both Lightning and USB-C charging cases (build number 7B21) and the AirPods 4 (build number 7B20). It is not immediately clear what is new in this firmware version, but we will update this story if we find out. There is no way to […]
Read MoreApple today released a new firmware update for all AirPods 4 models. The AirPods 4 firmware has a build number of 7B19, up from the previous 7A304 firmware that came out in September. There is no word yet on what’s included in the new AirPods 4 firmware, but it is available for both the standard […]
Read MoreThings to Know: AirPods are Apple’s proprietary Bluetooth/wireless earbuds designed for use with iOS devices. Despite being an Apple product, you can connect AirPods to your Windows laptop. You’ll need to manually add them using the Bluetooth settings area on your laptop, so check that your laptop has Bluetooth capability. How to Connect AirPods to […]
Read MoreApple is working on smart glasses and AirPods with built-in cameras for a potential release in 2027, according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman. The devices are said to be part of Apple’s efforts to expand its augmented reality product lineup beyond the Vision Pro headset with something that has wider appeal. The push for new AR […]
Read MoreApple’s standard AirPods now offer active noise cancellation for an additional $50, bringing them closer in terms of features to the AirPods Pro than ever before, so which should you choose? Almost three years after the launch of the first-generation AirPods Pro, Apple unveiled the second-generation model alongside the iPhone 14 lineup. Although the second-generation […]
Read MoreFor the first time in the standard AirPods range, the AirPods 4 offer optional active noise cancellation (ANC) for an additional $50, providing a quieter and more immersive listening experience, especially in noisy environments. Key upgrades of the AirPods 4 include a more comfortable fit, improved sound quality with a new low-distortion driver, and enhanced […]
Read MoreWell-known electronics repair website iFixit today shared an AirPods 4 teardown video that offers a look inside Apple’s latest wireless earbuds. Specifically, these are the entry-level AirPods 4 without active noise cancellation (ANC). [embedded content] Unsurprisingly, iFixit said AirPods remain a “nightmare to take apart,” with the earbuds earning a lowest-possible 0/10 score on iFixit’s […]
Read MoreApple last week released the AirPods 4, and one version of the new earbuds has Active Noise Cancellation included. ANC means the AirPods 4 have a feature set that rivals the AirPods Pro 2, so we thought we’d compare the two for those undecided on which to get. The AirPods 4 are Apple’s first open-ear […]
Read MoreAlongside the iPhone 16 models, Apple launched its next-generation flagship AirPods, the AirPods 4. There’s a new design and for the first time, Active Noise Cancellation, so we thought we’d check them out to see how they compare to the prior-generation AirPods 3 and the AirPods Pro 2. There are two versions of the AirPods […]
Read MoreIn a recent interview with Engadget, Apple’s vice president of hardware engineering Kate Bergeron and AirPods marketing director Eric Treski explained how the company was able to add “great” active noise cancellation (ANC) to the higher-end AirPods 4, even though the earbuds have an “open-ear design” without silicone ear tips. Apple said the H2 chip […]
Read MoreAppleApple va pouvoir commercialiser ses AirPods Pro 2 en tant qu’appareils auditifs pour les personnes souffrant d’une perte auditive légère à modérée. La FDA (Food and Drug AdministrationFood and Drug Administration)), l’équivalent américain de l’ANSM (Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé), vient d’autoriser la mise sur le marché aux États-Unis de cette fonctionnalité pour […]
Read MoreWednesday September 18, 2024 11:34 am PDT by Juli Clover Apple today released a new firmware update for all AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 models. The AirPods Pro 2 firmware has a build number of 7A302, up from 7A294, and the AirPods 4 firmware has a build number of 7A304. There is no word […]
Read MoreApple’s new AirPods are now available for pre-order. With the release of the AirPods 4 and AirPods 4 with ANC, Apple has made some significant improvements that could make a difference in your daily listening experience. Key upgrades in the AirPods 4 include a more comfortable fit, improved sound quality with a new low-distortion driver, […]
Read MoreAppleApple va désormais pouvoir commercialiser ses AirPods Pro 2 en tant qu’appareils auditifs pour les personnes souffrant d’une perte auditive légère à modérée. La FDA (Food and Drug AdministrationFood and Drug Administration)), l’équivalent américain de l’ANSM (Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé), vient d’autoriser la mise sur le marché aux États-Unis de cette fonctionnalité […]
Read MoreThe first AirPods 4 reviews surfaced today, providing us with a closer look at Apple’s latest earbuds before they launch on Friday. There are two types of AirPods 4, including ones with active noise cancellation for $179 and those without active noise cancellation for $129. As discovered last week, the pairing button and charging status […]
Read MoreVarious media outlets and YouTube channels today shared their first impressions of the AirPods 4, reviewing the changes Apple has made to enhance comfort, sound, and functionality. Image via The Verge The AirPods 4 introduce a more refined design, improved sound quality, and, for the first time, optional active noise cancellation (ANC). Priced at $129 […]
Read MoreWednesday September 11, 2024 2:49 pm PDT by Juli Clover With the fourth-generation AirPods, Apple has eliminated the Setup Button located on the back of the Charging Case in other AirPods models. Rather than using a physical button, Apple has instead opted for a hidden capacitive button. The hidden button for pairing and resetting the […]
Read MoreWith the launch of the new AirPods 4, Apple discontinued the low-cost AirPods 2 and AirPods 3, making the AirPods lineup much less confusing. The AirPods 4 come in two variants, one with Active Noise Cancellation and one without, allowing Apple to hit two separate price points. The AirPods 4 without Active Noise Cancellation are […]
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