Apple plans to release third-generation AirPods with a form factor similar to the AirPods Pro design. date
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AirPods Pro Wireless Headphones Unveiledin November 2019, have an in-ear design with three sizes of soft, flexible silicone tips included in the kit, as well as shorter legs under the ear. AirPods Pro also has several enhanced features over regular AirPods, including active noise reduction, improved sound quality, and resistance to water and sweat.
Current AirPods lineup includes AirPods secondgenerations with a wired charging case for $ 159; AirPods second generation with a wireless charging case for $ 199; and AirPods Pro with a wireless charging case for $ 249.
Kuo also reiterated that iPhone 12 models will notinclude standard EarPods, which he believes will help increase shipments of the AirPods wireless accessory in 2021. He also expects AirPods shipments to benefit from the launch of some kind of promotional program in the second half of 2020 — perhaps allowing customers to buy AirPods at a discount along with the iPhone 12?