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How will the first AirPods Pro release in three years improve on their predecessor?

That would be the Apple Watch Series 11 (if Apple sticks to the same naming scheme), and maybe an Apple Watch Ultra 3 and/or an updated Apple Watch SE. (They'll all run watchOS 26 , of course.) Other possibilities and this is, again, speculation could include refreshed Apple AirPods Pro (which received its last big update in 2022 ) and maybe new AirTags trackers (first released in 2021)

I tested the lauded Denon PerL Pro earbuds for the first time recently, but I won't be buying them for myself because of one reason

I've been tracking Apple launches since the AirPods Pro 2, and I've got some ideas as to what we're going to see

Plus, a treasured feature that we took for granted is coming back (hint: it's in the Photos app). With each beta, it seems like additional new improvements are popping up, like this new AirPods gesture we're all curious about, and this FaceTime feature that'll freeze your video if it detects nudity

Table of contents Best wireless earbuds of 2025 What to look for in the best wireless earbuds How we test wireless earbuds Other wireless earbuds we tested Wireless earbuds FAQs Best wireless earbuds of 2025 What to look for in the best wireless earbuds When it comes to shopping for earphones, the first thing to consider is design or wear style. Do you prefer a semi-open fit like AirPods or do you want something that completely closes off your ears? If youre shopping for earbuds with active noise cancellation, you'll want the latter, but a case can be made for the former if you want to wear them all day or frequent places where you need to be tuned in to the ambient sounds

Rumored to be approximately 5.55 mm thick, making it the thinnest iPhone yet, it might mean a single camera and a smaller battery, but details are TBC for now. Were also expecting to see new Apple Watch models, including the first new Ultra model in two years, and possibly the long-awaited AirPods Pro 3

That software is a more stable iteration of the separate developer version, which recently hit the beta 8 waypoint, and offers a few more flashy features not yet available in the public version. (While the public beta is open to everyone and quite stable, always remember there's a degree of risk involved with beta software.) Additionally, there are credible reports that iOS 26 could bring a new live translation feature to AirPods , too

Loewe's gem-studded headphones are probably not the best choice for a trip to the bad side of town

This year is shaking up to be a departure from recent September product rollouts, with the strong possibility of an all-new superthin iPhone expected to join the company's lineup. Also on tap could be new Apple Watch models including the first truly new Ultra model in two years and (maybe) the long-awaited AirPods Pro 3

That would be the Apple Watch Series 11 (if Apple sticks to the same naming scheme), and maybe an Apple Watch Ultra 3 and/or an updated Apple Watch SE. (They'll all run watchOS 26 , of course.) Other possibilities and this is, again, speculation could include refreshed Apple AirPods Pro (which received its last big update in 2022 ) and maybe new AirTags trackers (first released in 2021)

Apple's 2025 software update for AirPods Max finally addresses one of the product's most notable shortcomings.

A button on the earbuds' case is not a big deal unless you need it

The AirPods Max are one of the oldest pairs of headphones you can buy today here's why Apple needs to update them sooner rather than later

This year is shaking up to be a departure from recent events, with the strong possibility of an all-new superthin iPhone expected to join the company's lineup. Also on tap could be new Apple Watch models including the first truly new Ultra model in two years and (maybe) the long-awaited AirPods Pro 3

That software is a more stable iteration of the separate developer version, which recently hit the beta 8 waypoint, and offers a few more flashy features not yet available in the public version. (While the public beta is open to everyone and quite stable, always remember there's a degree of risk involved with beta software.) Additionally, there are credible reports that iOS 26 could bring a new live translation feature to AirPods , too

Apple's next AirPods Pro 3 earbuds are coming soon, and new rumors reveal some redesigned bits

AirPods Max still sound great, but the best headphones make them look terribly dated

Apple's next event is coming on September 9, where hopefully the iPhone 17 and other devices will prove to be "awe dropping" like the event's name

The rest of the iPhone lineup will likely follow the usual trends from past years, with a base iPhone 17 model, a flashier iPhone 17 Pro, and a flashier and bigger iPhone 17 Pro Max. Autumn can also be a time for Apple to share updates to share about its accessories lineup, so be sure to tune in if you're looking for the latest on AirPods or Apple Watch

The AirPods Pro 3 will very heavily resemble the AirPods Pro 2, except for when it comes to the physical button.

Now it's a bit faster thanks to the updated chipset. Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $169 (32 percent off): The AirPods Pro 2 are Apples best set of wireless earbuds for now, as they offer the full set of Apple-focused features, strong ANC, onboard volume controls, a comfy in-ear design and a warm sound profile that most should find agreeable

The iPhone 17 Pro could charge your AirPods on the go if Apple dares to sacrifice something else.

A leak suggests the iPhone 17 Pro series could offer reverse wireless charging, but there are reasons to doubt this

The company is also reportedly working on a 'stripped-down' AI chatbot to rival ChatGPT. With each beta, it seems like additional new improvements are popping up, like this new AirPods gesture we're all curious about, and this FaceTime feature that'll freeze your video if it detects nudity

That would be the Apple Watch Series 11 (if Apple sticks to the same naming scheme), and maybe an Apple Watch Ultra 3 and/or an updated Apple Watch SE. (They'll all run watchOS 26 , of course.) Other possibilities and this is, again, speculation could include refreshed Apple AirPods Pro (which received its last big update in 2022 ) and maybe new AirTags trackers (first released in 2021)

Fans of AirPods Max will likely remain disappointed with Apple's upcoming devices, but there's still plenty to be excited about

We might finally see successors to the Apple AirPods Pro 2 in the next few months, so watch this space

Apple's new AirPods Pro 3 may monitor your heart during workouts but is it enough to make a real difference for fitness tracking?

Apple gave AirPods Max a key 2025 software upgrade that filled one of the product's biggest gaps.

One of the best is this 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station , on sale for a record low price of $63. The Qi2-certified charger wirelessly charges your compatible iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods on one compact and convenient dock

Student discounts are handy and exclusive to those who can prove their student status, but the good thing about Labor Day sales is that anyone can take advantage of them student ID not required. Best Labor Day sales: Engadget's top picks Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $169 (32 percent off): The AirPods Pro 2 are Apples best set of wireless earbuds for now, as they offer the full set of Apple-focused features, strong ANC, onboard volume controls, a comfy in-ear design and a warm sound profile that most should find agreeable

My AirPods went for a swim, here's what I did next

That would be the Apple Watch Series 11 (if Apple sticks to the same naming scheme), and maybe an Apple Watch Ultra 3 and/or an updated Apple Watch SE. (They'll all run watchOS 26 , of course.) Other possibilities and this is, again, speculation could include refreshed Apple AirPods Pro (which received its last big update in 2022 ) and maybe new AirTags trackers (first released in 2021)

The company is also reportedly working on a 'stripped-down' AI chatbot to rival ChatGPT. With each beta, it seems like additional new improvements are popping up, like this new AirPods gesture we're all curious about, and this FaceTime feature that'll freeze your video if it detects nudity

Anker's 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station is on sale for a record low price of $63 that works out to savings of 30 percent.The Qi2-certified charger wirelessly charges your compatible iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods on one compact and convenient dock

Student discounts are handy and exclusive to those who can prove their student status, but the good thing about Labor Day sales is that anyone can take advantage of them student ID not required. Best Labor Day sales: Engadget's top picks Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $169 (32 percent off): The AirPods Pro 2 are Apples best set of wireless earbuds for now, as they offer the full set of Apple-focused features, strong ANC, onboard volume controls, a comfy in-ear design and a warm sound profile that most should find agreeable

Ditto for the closest competition for each new set of headphones that I review. Other noise-canceling headphones we tested AirPods Max Apples AirPods Max are premium, well-designed over-ear headphones that incorporate all of the best features you find on standard AirPods: solid noise cancellation, spatial audio and easy Siri access

That software is a more stable iteration of the separate developer version, which recently hit the beta 7 waypoint, and offers a few more flashy features not yet available in the public version. (While the public beta is open to everyone and quite stable, always remember there's a degree of risk involved with beta software.) Additionally, there are credible reports that iOS 26 could bring a new live translation feature to AirPods , too

The Shokz OpenDots One are open ear, clip-on headphones that deliver decent sound quality, in a super lightweight package

Apples next big to-do for 2025 will be the upcoming iPhone 17 event , which will likely happen some time in September. Historically, the company uses those events to announce new iPhones, AirPods and Apple Watches MacBooks tend to get their own, separate shindig (though we do expect the new macOS 26 software to come out around that time)

That would be the Apple Watch Series 11 (if Apple sticks to the same naming scheme), and maybe an Apple Watch Ultra 3 and/or an updated Apple Watch SE. (They'll all run watchOS 26 , of course.) Other possibilities and this is, again, speculation could include refreshed Apple AirPods Pro (which received its last big update in 2022 ) and maybe new AirTags trackers (first released in 2021)

The company is also reportedly working on a 'stripped-down' AI chatbot to rival ChatGPT. With each beta, it seems like additional new improvements are popping up, like this new AirPods gesture we're all curious about, and this FaceTime feature that'll freeze your video if it detects nudity

Apple brought active noise cancellation (ANC) to its "regular" AirPods last year, and for 2025, Google is doing the same

One of the best is this 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station , on sale for a record low price of $63. The Qi2-certified charger wirelessly charges your compatible iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods on one compact and convenient dock

That software is a more stable iteration of the separate developer version, which recently hit the beta 7 waypoint, and offers a few more flashy features not yet available in the public version. (While the public beta is open to everyone and quite stable, always remember there's a degree of risk involved with beta software.) Additionally, there are credible reports that iOS 26 could bring a new live translation feature to AirPods , too

They might be nearly three years old at this point, but Apples second-generation AirPods Pro remain some of the most popular wireless earbuds around for a reason, and right now theyre down to $169 on Amazon

The AirPods Pro 3 are on the way, and there's really only one thing I want out of them vastly improved sound

That would be the Apple Watch Series 11 (if Apple sticks to the same naming scheme), and maybe an Apple Watch Ultra 3 and/or an updated Apple Watch SE. (They'll all run watchOS 26 , of course.) Other possibilities and this is, again, speculation could include refreshed Apple AirPods Pro (which received its last big update in 2022 ) and maybe new AirTags trackers (first released in 2021)

The company is also reportedly working on a 'stripped-down' AI chatbot to rival ChatGPT. With each beta, it seems like additional new improvements are popping up, like this new AirPods gesture we're all curious about, and this FaceTime feature that'll freeze your video if it detects nudity

Samsung's latest buds are bringing some great specs and Galaxy AI to a more affordable price point

As such, many of the company's comparisons and claims about improvements are pitted against the performance of that model. That previous version came before Samsung swapped over to the AirPods-like stem design, or "blade" as the company describes it, so this new FE edition looks very different from its predecessor

Anker's 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station is on sale for a record low price of $63 that works out to savings of 30 percent.The Qi2-certified charger wirelessly charges your compatible iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods on one compact and convenient dock

I wanted to see just how well the Sony XM6 and the AirPods Max stack up so I put them head-to-head

That software is a more stable iteration of the separate developer version, which recently hit the beta 6 waypoint, and offers a few more flashy features not yet available in the public version. (While the public beta is open to everyone and quite stable, always remember there's a degree of risk involved with beta software.) Additionally, there are credible reports that iOS 26 could bring a new live translation feature to AirPods , too

One of the best is this 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station , on sale for a record low price of $63. The Qi2-certified charger wirelessly charges your compatible iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods on one compact and convenient dock

That would be the Apple Watch Series 11 (if Apple sticks to the same naming scheme), and maybe an Apple Watch Ultra 3 and/or an updated Apple Watch SE. (They'll all run watchOS 26 , of course.) Other possibilities and this is, again, speculation could include refreshed Apple AirPods Pro (which received its last big update in 2022 ) and maybe new AirTags trackers (first released in 2021)

There's a common misconception that you can only get excellent in-ear sound with wired earbuds here's why that's not entirely the case

The Nothing Headphone (1) are looking to shake things up but how do they fair against Apple's finest?

Anker's 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station is on sale for a record low price of $63 that works out to savings of 30 percent.The Qi2-certified charger wirelessly charges your compatible iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods on one compact and convenient dock

This year's shindig could see the thinnest iPhone to date joining the iPhone 17 lineup. Also on tap could be new Apple Watch models including the first Ultra model in two years and (maybe) the long-awaited AirPods Pro 3

The company is also reportedly working on a 'stripped-down' AI chatbot to rival ChatGPT. With each beta, it seems like additional new improvements are popping up, like this new AirPods gesture we're all curious about, and this FaceTime feature that'll freeze your video if it detects nudity

That would be the Apple Watch Series 11 (if Apple sticks to the same naming scheme), and maybe an Apple Watch Ultra 3 and/or an updated Apple Watch SE. (They'll all run watchOS 26 , of course.) Other possibilities and this is, again, speculation could include refreshed Apple AirPods Pro (which received its last big update in 2022 ) and maybe new AirTags trackers (first released in 2021)

That software is a more stable iteration of the separate developer version, which recently hit the beta 6 waypoint, and offers a few more flashy features not yet available in the public version. (While the public beta is open to everyone and quite stable, always remember there's a degree of risk involved with beta software.) Additionally, there are credible reports that iOS 26 could bring a new live translation feature to AirPods , too

Loose AirPods? Try these three cheap accessories before giving up on them.

Even a few years after launch, the AirPods Pro 2 remain some of the best wireless earbuds you can get particularly if you primarily use other Apple devices on the daily

After it was first reported earlier this year, the live translation feature coming to Apples AirPods might be upon us soon

AI is coming for AirPods, and thank god it's not ChatGPT.

Apple's AirPods could be getting a live translation feature in the near future as part of iOS 26, according to a report by 9to5Mac

The newest iOS 26 beta suggests that real-time language translation in real-life conversations will be possible with AirPods.

Obrigado, Apple! An image in iOS 26 beta shows a double stem squeeze for real-time translation in AirPods and it cant come soon enough

A new iOS 26 beta reveals a gesture hinting that AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 could soon offer live translation for real-world conversations.

iOS 26 developer beta 6 dropped this week and revealed a potential live translation feature for AirPods

Apple's iconic AirPods may gain the Live Translation feature, as iOS 26 beta code already contains a gesture related to the functionality

Checkout our first impressions of iPadOS 26 . What about AirPods? AirPods are also getting updated with iOS 26

vivo product manager Han Boxiao commented on the comfort levels the headset is reportedly very light and comfortable to wear. No specific numbers have been shared yet, but the vivo Vision was compared to the Apple AirPods Max

They might be nearly three years old at this point, but Apples second-generation AirPods Pro remain some of the most popular wireless earbuds around for a reason, and right now theyre down to $169 on Amazon

Priced at just INR 1,999 (~$23), the Buds T200 are aimed at those with a tight budget but still want to experience more premium features such as active noise cancellation, dual-device connectivity, and LDAC. Design The Realme Buds T200 have a fairly simple design for the case that looks like a boxier version of the AirPods Pro case

While the claim is debatable, it can always be improved using haptic feedback. And what better way to do it with AirPods? Or so suggests a patent that was published earlier in the week