Comparing AirPods 4 with ANC to AirPods Pro 2? Learn the key differences in features, fit, and price to see which one is right for you.

This suggests that the AirPods Pro 3 could be coming soon, which would make sense, because the AirPods Pro 2 have been out for almost 3 years. Apple has also included phrasing like “ AirPods Pro 2 or later ” in some code, which could also nod to unreleased hardware.

Apple today introduced new beta firmware for the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4, with an 8A5279d version number. The firmware is only available

The AirPods 4 with noise cancellation, without noise cancellation, and the AirPods Pro 2 are receiving the new software features. These three AirPods share Apple's advanced H2 audio chip, which is responsible for the computing power required for improved noise cancellation, microphone performance, and audio quality.

While Apple has not officially confirmed any new AirPods hardware, the references align with expectations that the company could unveil the AirPods Pro 3 alongside the iPhone 17 series, likely in September. This would follow the precedent set in 2022, when the AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) launched with the iPhone 14 lineup.

Apple annoucnes new update for AirPods. This update will turn the AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2 into studio-quality mics with a new software update.

When iOS 26 rolls out this fall, AirPods users can expect two major features coming to Apple's most popular earbuds.

Now joining this weekend’s deals on AirPods Pro 2 at $170 and AirPods 4 from $100, Amazon has now brought back the all-time lows on the new Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds. Regularly $250, you’ll now find all four colors marked down at $199.95 shipped .