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- Apple is reportedly still on track to reveal three distinct AirPods models this fall, potentially during the iPhone 16 launch event.
- The company could retire the AirPods 2 and 3 by introducing two variants of the AirPods 4 that cater to different budgets.
- Apple may also refresh the AirPods Max and retire the Lightning port in favor of a USB-C one.
We’re likely just a few weeks away from Apple’s next media event. On September 10, the Cupertino firm is expected to reveal the iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and Apple Watch Ultra 3. That may not be all, however. During the same keynote, the iPhone maker could also debut three new AirPods models, including the highly anticipated AirPods 4.
According to the latest Bloomberg Power On newsletter, Apple is still on track to release two AirPods 4 variants this fall. The entry-level edition will likely replace the AirPods 2 as an affordable option, while the higher-end model could be the AirPods 3’s substitute. It’s currently unclear if the cheaper version will be dubbed AirPods SE, AirPods 4 Lite, or something completely different.