In an exceeding report from reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today, Apple is claimed to be asserting the new generation of AirPods as a part of Tuesday’s iPhone thirteen event. The new ‘AirPods 3’ are the recreation of Apple’s AirPods earbuds, that were last reinvigorated in March 2019.
However, Kuo says that Apple will keep marketing the second-generation AirPods once the new models ship. He says this recommends either AirPods 3 will be sold at a higher value — current models begin at $159 — or that AirPods two can see a price drop aboard the AirPods three release, which might adopt this AirPods 2’s price point.
Kuo doesn't appear to understand that state of affairs is additional likely. Instead, he merely indicates that AirPods 2 and AirPods 3 are sold at the same time as AirPods 2 production continues.
supported previous rumors, the new AirPods models are expected to feature a brand-new style that resembles the form of the current-generation AirPods Pro, notably that includes shorter stems on the earbuds themselves.
However, the AirPods three aren't expected to feature active noise cancellation options — that may stay exclusive to AirPods professional and AirPods Max. AirPods 3 are expected to support head-tracking spatial Audio however, that lines up showing neatness with the discharge of iOS fifteen that enhances Ray M. Dolby Atmos music with the head-tracking impact additionally to video content.
Right now, second-generation AirPods are sold in 2 models: with and while not ki wireless charging case. The AirPods with customary wired case sell for $159, the SKU with wireless case enclosed prices $199.
Overall, Kuo expects the launch of the new AirPods three generation to possess a positive impact on Apple’s really wireless earbud sales, with the analyst predicting a rise in shipments of 10-15% YOY for the primary quarter of 2022.
Updates to AirPods professional aren't expected till someday next year. Bloomberg antecedently aforementioned that the AirPods professional are redesigned to be additional compact as Apple intends to eliminate the stem altogether. they'll conjointly feature integrated sensors for fitness tracking.
keep tuned to 9to5Mac for full coverage of all the announcements at Apple’s initial fall media event, which is able to come out at ten AM Pt on Tuesday, fourteen September. aboard new AirPods, we have a tendency to expect to examine Apple unveil the iPhone thirteen lineup and also the new Apple Watch Series 7.
