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AirPodsFeb 17, 2026

Apple rolls out AirPods beta firmware 8B5034f

Apple has released new public beta firmware for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods 4. The update carries build number 8B5034f and is now available to both developers and public beta testers. Developers received the firmware last week,…

AirPodsFeb 9, 2026

Apple’s next AirPods Pro may use cameras to see your surroundings

Asma Hussain

Apple’s AirPods Pro roadmap for 2026 is shaping up to be one of its most interesting wearable shifts yet. Multiple leaks and analyst reports now suggest that Apple is working on AirPods Pro with cameras, allowing the earbuds to visually…

AirPods Apple Watch iPhoneOct 10, 2025Oct 10, 2025

Inside Apple’s secret Colorado trip with iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple Watch Ultra 3

Asma Hussain

Apple has quietly organized an unusual promotional event in Colorado this week, inviting select influencers and photographers to experience its latest hardware lineup in a rugged, outdoor setting. The company reportedly sent personalized invitations to creators, inviting them to join…

AirPodsOct 2, 2025

AirPods Pro 3 teardown reveals zero repairability score

Imran Hussain

iFixit has published its teardown of Apple’s new AirPods Pro 3, and the findings confirm what many long suspected – these earbuds remain among the least repairable consumer tech products on the market. Despite hardware improvements and new health features,…

AirPods iOS iPhoneSep 30, 2025

RidePods turns AirPods into motion controllers for iOS gaming

Imran Hussain

Apple’s AirPods have grown into much more than wireless earbuds. With sensors powering features like Adaptive Audio, Spatial Audio, and head tracking, they already blur the line between audio gear and wearable technology. Now a new iOS game called RidePods,…

AirPods How tos iOS iPhoneSep 19, 2025Sep 19, 2025

How to use AirPods as a video recording microphone in iOS 26

Asma Hussain

In iOS 26, Apple has introduced the option to use AirPods as an external microphone when recording videos with the iPhone Camera app. This upgrade makes it possible to capture clearer audio even if you are standing away from the…

AirPodsSep 19, 2025Sep 19, 2025

How Apple’s quietest room perfects AirPods Pro sound quality

Asma Hussain

Apple has built one of the quietest rooms in the world inside its audio lab, and it plays a crucial role in shaping the sound quality of AirPods Pro. Known as an anechoic chamber, the space is designed to eliminate…

AirPodsSep 17, 2025

AirPods Pro 3 introduce real-time acoustic seal test for ANC

Imran Hussain

Apple has introduced a new acoustic seal test for AirPods Pro 3, expanding on the existing Ear Tip Fit Test. This feature ensures users achieve the best possible seal with their ear tips, which is essential for noise cancellation, Adaptive…

AirPodsSep 15, 2025

AirPods iOS 26 features: everything new you need to know

Imran Hussain

Apple’s iOS 26 update is not only focused on iPhone and iPad but also delivers a set of new capabilities for AirPods. These enhancements come through updated firmware and bring practical improvements across different models, especially AirPods Pro 2, AirPods…

AirPods Product guidesSep 15, 2025Sep 15, 2025

AirPods Pro 3 reviews highlight ANC boost and live translation

Asma Hussain

Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 arrive at the same $249 price point as their predecessor but bring a wave of upgrades: stronger active noise cancellation, longer battery life, heart rate monitoring, and even live translation. Early reviews suggest Apple has delivered…