TechAudioHeadphonesEarbudsAirPods Pro 2 gets an expected release date updateWe thought Apple’s new true wireless earbuds were coming soon, but we didn’t think they’d be coming this soonWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechAudioHeadphonesEarbudsAirPods Pro 2 gets an expected release date updateWe thought Apple’s new true wireless earbuds were coming soon, but we didn’t think they’d be coming this soonWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
We thought Apple’s new true wireless earbuds were coming soon, but we didn’t think they’d be coming this soon
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
(Image credit: Future)
(Image credit: Future)
I really thought that with theApple launch eventwe’d have had all our leaks and surprises already. But no, I was wrong!
That’s because according to Bloomberg’sMark Gurman, theAirPods Pro 2aren’t being held back to October as I’d expected. Instead, as confirmed atApple’s Far Out event today, on 7th September, theAirPodsPro 2 are official – and will be available from 9th September. That’s this Friday!
This is a really big deal, because with the exception of a very minor refresh theAirPods Pro, Apple’sbest wireless earbudshave stayed the same since their launch in 2019. And since then other firms have really upped their game in terms of features, sound quality and convenience – so unless you’re really into Apple’s way of doing things the AirPods Pro are a hard sell compared toSony’s all-conqueringWF-1000XM4, Astell&Kern’s amazingUW-100or Apple’s ownBeats Fit Pro.
I’ve been tracking theAirPods Pro 2 rumoursfor ages now, and now that some of the predicted features are set to make it into production I think I know what my next pair of wireless earbuds are going to be.
Apple AirPods Pro 2: what to expect
(Image credit: Apple)
(Image credit: Apple)
There are two big changes that really matter to me: fit and sound quality. I’m not a fan of the AirPods Pro’s stems – I prefer finned designs such as in my daily drivers, the Cambridge AudioMelomaniaTouch, which take the sound quality of the standard Melomanias and make them fit better – and while rumours suggested they were going to almost vanish, instead Apple has introduced a new touch control mechanism that sounds really cool.
The other oft-repeated rumour was that theAirPods Pro 2 are getting a big boost to their sound quality. Even myAirPods Maxdon’t stream lossless audio because their Bluetooth codec isn’t good enough; if as reported the AirPods Pro 2 are getting Bluetooth LE with its significantly improved audio bandwidth, that could mean a massive improvement in the way they play Apple Lossless.
Sign up to the T3 newsletter for smarter living straight to your inbox
Get all the latest news, reviews, deals and buying guides on gorgeous tech, home and active products from the T3 experts
Today’s best Apple AirPods Pro (2021) and Apple AirPods Pro 2 dealsApple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation$249$199ViewSee all pricesWe check over 250 million products every day for the best prices
Today’s best Apple AirPods Pro (2021) and Apple AirPods Pro 2 dealsApple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation$249$199ViewSee all pricesWe check over 250 million products every day for the best prices
Today’s best Apple AirPods Pro (2021) and Apple AirPods Pro 2 dealsApple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation$249$199ViewSee all pricesWe check over 250 million products every day for the best prices
Today’s best Apple AirPods Pro (2021) and Apple AirPods Pro 2 deals
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation$249$199ViewSee all prices
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation$249$199ViewSee all prices
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation$249$199ViewSee all prices
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation
$249$199View
$249$199
$199
See all prices
We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices
We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices
Vollebak pushes the limits of outerwear with Double Graphene Puffer and Shielding SuitThe company continues to weave innovation into every thread
The company continues to weave innovation into every thread
Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 review: sensational sound, ordinary ANCBowers & Wilkins' step-down true wireless earbuds sound amazing and are well-priced – so what’s the catch, if anything?
Bowers & Wilkins' step-down true wireless earbuds sound amazing and are well-priced – so what’s the catch, if anything?
I use Apple’s best AirPods daily – and the price just dropped in 5-star dealWith nearly $100 off, this AirPods Pro 2 Black Friday deal is too good to miss
With nearly $100 off, this AirPods Pro 2 Black Friday deal is too good to miss
Apple AirPods Pro 2 getting a free upgrade with audio enhancements and new featuresShake, shake, shake it off
Shake, shake, shake it off
Apple AirPods Pro getting free upgrade with a hidden new audio featureThere are plans to AirPods Pro and Pro 2 owners more ANC tools
There are plans to AirPods Pro and Pro 2 owners more ANC tools
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen) with USB-C have never been cheaperAmazon has knocked $70 off the usual price
Amazon has knocked $70 off the usual price
Apple Event 2022 recap: everything released from the iPhone 14 and Apple Watch 8 to the AirPods Pro 2The bumper event included the launch of the Apple Watch 8, Apple Watch SE, Apple Watch Ultra, AirPods Pro 2, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max
The bumper event included the launch of the Apple Watch 8, Apple Watch SE, Apple Watch Ultra, AirPods Pro 2, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max
