{
  "id": 93619,
  "title": "Apple AirPods with cameras could arrive in weeks. What we know.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/apple-airpods-with-cameras-could-arrive-in-weeks-what-we-know",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-03T16:00:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/tech/apple-airpods-camera-coming-soon-rumors-leaks"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple is reportedly developing AirPods with built-in cameras, according to internal testing by the company and a report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Two versions of these camera-equipped AirPods, codenamed B798 and B790, are currently being developed, with B790 reportedly progressing more rapidly. Gurman's sources suggest Apple could launch the B790 version as early as this year, potentially at the September iPhone launch event alongside the iPhone 18. The cameras in these AirPods would not be for taking photos or videos, but rather for supporting an onboard AI assistant, possibly named AirPods Pro Ultra. A small LED privacy indicator would signal when the cameras are active, similar to smart glasses. Despite potential privacy concerns, Apple is expected to continue selling standard AirPods for music and podcast listening.",
  "summary": "Apple's heavily rumored AirPods with cameras could actually launch as soon as this year, despite earlier reports.",
  "key_points": [
    "Apple developing camera-equipped AirPods with codenames B798 and B790.",
    "B790 version progressing faster, possible launch at September iPhone event.",
    "Cameras for AI assistant, privacy indicator for activity status."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Apple's development of camera-equipped AirPods signals a shift towards integrating its AI assistant more deeply into users' daily lives, potentially altering the earbuds' role beyond music and podcast listening.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}