Apple suppliers are gearing up to start production of two new models of fourth-generation AirPods in May, as per a report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Gurman predicts that the release of these headphones will likely be in September or October, based on the production schedule.
The upcoming fourth-generation AirPods are expected to come with a fresh design, offering a better fit, enhanced sound quality, and an updated charging case with a USB-C port. The higher-end models are also rumored to include active noise cancellation and a speaker in the charging case that can emit a sound for Find My location tracking.
After the launch of the two new fourth-generation AirPods models, Apple reportedly plans to discontinue the second-generation and third-generation AirPods. Gurman suggests that new AirPods Pro are not expected to hit the market until at least next year. However, he mentioned that the current AirPods Pro models will receive a new hearing aid mode with the release of iOS 18. Additionally, Apple is said to be working on a hearing test feature for AirPods.
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For Mac users, there is a deep dive into the new features of macOS Sonoma, ranging from significant updates to minor tweaks. Additionally, there are reports of revamped MacBook models featuring OLED displays, the M3 chip, and a redesigned Magic Keyboard accessory. An updated 10.9-inch model and a new 12.9-inch model with the M2 chip are also on the horizon.
Looking ahead, Apple is expected to introduce new AI-focused features and more with a preview slated for WWDC in June and a public release anticipated in September. Some anticipated changes include an expanded action button across all models, a new Capture button, camera enhancements, and more.
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