Apple plans to expand its audio product line next year with new AirPods, HomePods and possibly studio-quality over-the-ear headphones. The new generation of AirPods will feature noise cancellation, be water resistant, and have greater range, according to a report citing people familiar with the developments. “If Apple is making those changes, they’re just competitive upgrades,” said Paul Erickson, a senior analyst with IHS Markit. “Everybody else is already doing those things for earbuds in the $150 to $200 price range.”
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Apple May Go All-In With Audio
Posted by: John P. Mello Jr. June 26, 2018 05:00 AMApple plans to expand its audio product line next year with new AirPods, HomePods and possibly studio-quality over-the-ear headphones. The new generation of AirPods will feature noise cancellation, be water resistant, and have greater range, according to a report citing people familiar with the developments. “If Apple is making those changes, they’re just competitive upgrades,” said Paul Erickson, a senior analyst with IHS Markit. “Everybody else is already doing those things for earbuds in the $150 to $200 price range.”