Airpods
Apple releases updated AirPods Pro 2 firmware [U]
In addition to iOS 17 developer beta 8, it appears Apple has issued new AirPods Pro 2 firmware. more…
iPhone 15 is going USB-C, and so will AirPods next month
We figured AirPods would go USB-C as soon as the iPhone does, and that’s what Bloomberg reports will happen. Mark Gurman drops this line in his coverage of Apple’s September event announcement: “To match the new iPhones, Apple will introduce updated AirPods at the event that include a USB-C charging port.” more…
Siri explains Conversation Awareness the first time it’s activated
In what appears to be a new feature in the latest iOS beta, Siri explains Conversation Awareness the first time it is activated. Without the message, people might be confused as to why the volume has suddenly reduced itself on their Airpods Pro 2 … more…
Apple releases new AirPods developer beta firmware for iOS 17
In addition to iOS 17 developer beta 5, Apple has issued a new round of AirPods developer beta firmware. more…
Apple begins selling refurbished AirPods with a $30 discount
Apple is now selling refurbished AirPods for the first time, starting with the AirPods 3 with a MagSafe Charging Case, which were first released in October 2021. Apple is offering a $30 discount when you buy refurbished AirPods 3, dropping the price from $179 to $149. more…
Always check the Chick-Fil-A cup when looking for lost AirPods
There’s a reason Apple basically turned the charging case into an AirTag… more…
Apple’s most expensive AirPods miss out on Adaptive Audio, ‘Siri’ command, and more
For AirPods users, Apple announced a notable new feature at WWDC this week called Adaptive Audio. This feature is an expansion of Adaptive Transparency mode, blending Transparency and Active Noise Cancellation together. Adaptive Audio, however, is only available with the second-generation AirPods Pro… along with a number of other new AirPods features. more…
You’ll be able to use your AirPods on United flights to watch movies – sometimes, eventually
You’ll be able to use your AirPods on United flights when using the in-flight entertainment (IFE) system to watch movies and TV shows, or to listen to the provided music. But don’t get too excited just yet … more…
Apple almost launched colorful AirPods, canceled for unknown reasons
One of the most oft-heard complaints about Apple’s AirPods is that they are only available in white. Many have wondered…
New iPhone plants in India, as Apple shifts more production from China; AirPods, too
The Indian government has today announced that Foxconn has broken ground on $500M worth of new iPhone plants in Telangana, in the south of the country, as Apple continues its efforts to move more production out of China. At least one of the plants is also expected to manufacture AirPods, after Apple offered Foxconn a new contract for these back in March … more…
