AirPods 5: Here’s what rumors say will launch next week
Rumors indicate AirPods 5 are launching next week alongside iPhone 18 Pro , Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 , and iPhone Ultra . Here’s what we know so far about the new AirPods. more…
Apple is set to unveil its highly anticipated AirPods 5 alongside other new products during its major event next week on September 9. While Apple's typical release cycle sees a two- or three-year gap between AirPods generations, launching AirPods 5 this year appears to align with this pattern. Rumors suggest the new AirPods will be camera-free, contrary to recent speculation of a camera-equipped version arriving in 2027, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
The AirPods 5 are expected to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12, and iPhone Ultra. They will come in two distinct models, with no mention of Apple including the heart-rate sensor from AirPods Pro 3. Gurman also hinted at the possibility of adding more health features to AirPods 5, including a temperature reader, and Apple is reportedly working on an H3 chip to improve audio quality and reduce lag time.
However, details on AirPods 5 are currently scarce, leaving room for Apple to potentially surprise us with its reveal at the upcoming event.
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