Rumors about the next generation of AirPods have been around for some time, and it looks like Apple is going to launch “AirPods 3” later this month. Based on leaked images, the new AirPods will feature a design that combines elements from the original AirPods with the AirPods Pro. Now we want to know whether you prefer the leaked AirPods 3 design or the traditional AirPods design.
The first AirPods were introduced in 2016 and, although Apple’s line of wireless headsets has grown considerably in recent years, regular AirPods (currently in their second generation) still have the same design as the first generation.
While AirPods are basically wireless EarPods, AirPods Pro look very different, as they have a smaller stem with an in-ear design. There is no arguing against the fact that the AirPods Pro has a better sound thanks to features like Active Noise Canceling and a low distortion speaker driver, but there is a group of people who don’t like the silicon tips that come with AirPods Pro.
As recently pointed out by my 9to5Mac colleague José Adorno, the silicone tips of the AirPods Pro annoy some users, which makes them prefer the regular AirPods to the Pro model.
We’re not sure yet whether the AirPods 3 will have the silicone tips or not, but the fit on the ear will definitely be different, since the overall body of the headphones looks completely different based on the leaked images. Of course, this raised concerns for users who like to use AirPods, but don’t like the size of AirPods Pro. Would Apple force this in-ear design across the board?
We will probably know the answer in a few days, but until then, we want to know: do you prefer the leaked AirPods 3 design or the original? Let us know in the poll and in the comments section:
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