The tech world could also be abuzz relating to the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros, however the brand new AirPods — introduced throughout Apple’s “Unleashed” occasion at the moment — have additionally conjured up a storm. Apple has lastly introduced a brand new pair of true wi-fi earbuds set to launch on October twenty sixth for $179, whereas reducing the value of the entry-level AirPods 2 to $129.

As anticipated, the third-generation AirPods mirror their sleeker sibling, the AirPods Pro, largely in its new design and in some performance, barring the energetic noise cancellation. For the primary time since 2016, the AirPods embrace a wider, Pro-like charging case and shorter steams. They additionally boast Pro options like Adaptive EQ, which customizes your audio expertise, and an intuitive pressure sensor for media management. Apple has additionally added help for a similar head-tracking capabilities discovered on the AirPods Pro and Airpods Max, in addition to Apple’s spatial audio, which permits for a extra immersive expertise when listening to pick content material Apple TV Plus, Disney Plus, and different providers.

Unlike their predecessor, the most recent AirPods are sweat- and water resistant and are suitable with Apple’s MagSafe charging system. The tech big moreover claims the elevated battery life on the third-gen mannequin gives as much as six hours of steady playback, or 30 with the included charging case. Of course, we haven’t examined these claims out simply but, however we do plan to.

How to preorder the third-gen AirPods

Unlike the last-gen AirPods, which have been accessible with out a wi-fi charging case, the latest mannequin is barely accessible in a single configuration for $179. That’s $20 lower than the second-gen AirPods with a wi-fi charging case launched for in 2019.

If you’re contemplating shopping for the brand new AirPods forward of launch, you’ll be able to preorder them starting today at the Apple Store. They shall be accessible on Tuesday, October twenty sixth.

AirPods (2021)

Similar in look to their sleeker sibling, the AirPods Pro, the most recent entry-level AirPods boast a brand new charging case and shorter stems. They’re additionally water resistant, not like the 2019 mannequin, and sport higher battery life.