New analyst predictions give us a better idea of what to expect from Apple’s next premium earbuds.
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 will come with a variety of new features, according to the latest leaks, including support for Apple Lossless (ALAC) audio and a charging case that shows up in the Find My app so you can see its location if it gets lost. This comes from well-respected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo ( via MacRumors), who has told investors that the new premium earbuds are going to get a redesign, and will be unveiled in the fourth quarter of 2022 – so October, November or December. None of the current AirPods are able to support lossless audio streaming, including the latest Apple AirPods 3. It’s possible that the AirPods Pro 2 will use a different streaming protocol to Bluetooth in order to maintain a stable, high fidelity stream. As for the case tracking capabilities, it sounds as though the AIrPods Pro 2 case will borrow a few features from the AirTag: you’ll be able to see it on a map in the Find My app, and you’ll be able to get it to make a beeping noise if it gets misplaced.
