AirPods (3rd-generation) were released in October 2021. Three years on, are here. If you are a current AirPods 3 owner, should you upgrade to Apple’s latest on-ear wireless earbuds? There’s one specific new feature that might encourage a sale, but here’s all the differences to consider … more…
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Apple patent describes using AirPods to detect heart disease, likely next year
9to5Mac recently discovered evidence in iOS 18 that Apple is testing using future AirPods models to measure heartbeat, with our sources indicating that the feature will be implemented in both AirPods Pro 3 and the next generation of Powerbeats Pro. An Apple patent application describes how the company can use a health sensor not just…
AirPods 4 review: big deal, small package
I’ve been an AirPods user since 2016, and an AirPods Pro user since 2019. In-ear tips are a better fit for my ears, and Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency modes define the modern AirPods experience for me. For some, however, in-ear tips are a non-starter. For others, the $249 retail price is a tall order…
AirPods hearing aid feature is going to challenge social norms, and company policies
Apple’s announcement about the upcoming AirPods hearing aid capability hasn’t just upset the share price of existing brands – it’s also likely to lead to some social norms being challenged. In addition, the uncertainty of whether someone wearing a pair of AirPods means that they either can or can’t hear you is likely to create…
AirPods Pro hearing aid upgrade hits stocks of major brands
Apple’s announcement of the new AirPods Pro hearing aid feature has triggered a fall in the stock value of major standalone hearing aid brands. The Cupertino company had long been expected to add hearing aid features to AirPods, and Monday’s event revealed the details … more…
This is the new AirPods lineup following the announcement of AirPods 4
Apple on Monday announced two new versions of the AirPods 4 with an updated design and new features. As a result, the company is also discontinuing some of its older AirPods. Read on as we detail what stays and what goes in Apple’s new lineup of AirPods. more…
Belkin launches new multi-use ‘AirPods Cleaning Kit’ alongside AirPods 4
Today, Apple announced the latest generation in its popular earbuds line, the AirPods 4. While Apple’s game-changing earbuds are known for being easy to use, as any long-time user will tell you, keeping them in pristine, clean condition is a bit more challenging. With this in mind, Belkin has launched an updated version of its…
AirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro: here’s all the differences
So, Apple just updated its for the first time in years. There’s now two new models, one with Active Noise Cancellation, and one without – starting at $129. ANC was the hero exclusive feature of … until today. So how do the new AirPods (not Pro) stack up? Here’s all the differences. more…
Apple announces AirPods 4 in two new models with H2 chip, USB-C, improved audio, more
Apple has unveiled AirPods 4, the latest generation of its AirPods wireless earbuds. Today during the iPhone 16 event, ‘It’s Glowtime,’ the company launched the brand new AirPods 4. Here’s everything you should know about the latest AirPods. more…
Last-minute Apple event rumors: iPhone 16, Apple Watch, and more [Updated]
We’re officially just a few hours away from Apple’s special event focused on the iPhone 16 and more. A handful of last-minute rumors have emerged with new details on the iPhone 16, accessories, AirPods, and more ahead of today’s festivities. more…