New AirPods Pro are coming this year: Here are three rumored upgrades
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Key Points:
- Apple is rumored to release a new AirPods Pro model this year, likely branded as a higher-end version of AirPods Pro 3 rather than "AirPods Pro 4."
- The new model is expected to feature built-in infrared (IR) cameras to enable advanced AI and visual intelligence features, enhancing Siri's ability to provide contextual information.
- Hand gesture controls may replace the current pressure-sensitive stems, allowing users to interact with the AirPods in new ways, though some speculate both features could coexist.
- The next AirPods Pro might include an upgraded H3 chip for reduced audio lag and improved sound quality, building on the H2 chip used in the AirPods Pro 3.
- A launch is anticipated in the fall, likely timed with the iPhone event and the release of iOS 27, which will support the new AI capabilities.
