Apple set to release two all-new AirPods 4 models soon
Apple is set to expand its AirPods lineup with the introduction of two new models as early as next month, Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman>. Replacing both the AirPods 2 and AirPods 3, these new variants will cater to a broader range of consumer preferences and budgets. The entry-level model will offer a more affordable option, while the mid-tier model will provide enhanced features and performance.
Michael Burkhardt for 9to5Mac:
According to Gurman, AirPods 4 are meant to replace both models, with an entry level trim replacing AirPods 2 and a mid tier model to replace AirPods 3. They’ll both have similar designs, with one key difference: active noise cancellation.
Gurman states that the mid tier version of AirPods 4 will have active noise cancellation, whereas the entry level AirPods will not.
Both versions of AirPods 4 are most likely going to transition to USB-C. I imagine the entry level version of AirPods 4 will lack any form of wireless charging, whereas the mid tier model will support it. Apple followed this strategy with both AirPods 2 and AirPods 3, so I imagine they’ll continue that with the new AirPods.
MacDailyNews Take: Hopefully, Apple will also take the opportunity to clean up their current AirPods branding with distinctive names, à la:
• AirPods (entry-level, no Active Noise Cancellation, no MagSafe Charging Case, H1 chip)
• AirPods Plus (mid-tier, Active Noise Cancellation, MagSafe Charging Case, H2 chip)
• AirPods Pro (Active Noise Cancellation, MagSafe Charging Case, H3 chip, Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Ultra Wideband chip, etc.)
• AirPods Max (pro cans with all the fixins’)
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