AirPods Future: What's Next After Powerbeats Pro 2?

Summary of Future AirPods Plans

Apple and Beats recently released the Powerbeats Pro 2, which includes a heart rate sensor, marking the first time a health-related sensor is featured in an Apple device other than the Apple Watch. This development hints at more health-focused features coming to future devices.

Rumors and Future Plans:

• Heart Rate Sensor: The next generation of AirPods Pro (AirPods Pro 3) will likely include a heart rate sensor similar to the Powerbeats Pro 2. While the exact release date is unknown, it could be as soon as later this year.
• Body Temperature Sensors: Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple is exploring sensors to measure body temperature through the ear canal. These are not expected in AirPods Pro 3.
• Camera Sensors: Development is underway for camera sensors in AirPods, but these won't be ready for the next model.
• Design Refresh: AirPods Pro 3 will feature a refreshed design, though details are limited. The entry-level AirPods model was recently updated with noise cancellation and a new design, so a new version is unlikely soon.
• AirPods Max: No significant updates are planned for the AirPods Max after last year’s refresh to USB-C charging.

The article concludes by inviting readers to share their expectations for future AirPods models.