Apple’s next-generation AirPods are “ready to ship” and second-generation AirPods will be discontinued this month as a result, a proven leak known as “Kang” said today on the Chinese social media site Weibo.
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Apple is rumored to be working on third generation AirPods, with leaked images and renderings suggesting that the new headphones will have a similar design to the AirPods Pro, including shorter stems. Although the new AirPods may be similar to the AirPods Pro, they are not expected to feature Active Noise Canceling.
“Kang” also shared his belief that the 12.9-inch iPad Pro will outperform the 11-inch model in 2021, suggesting that the next generation of the 12.9-inch iPad Pro could have at least one unique feature compared to the 11-inch model. There are many rumors that Apple has a new iPad Pro with a Mini-LED screen in the pipeline, but most rumors only mention the 12.9 inch model, so maybe the Mini-LED is exclusive to the 12 model, 9 inches.
The new 12.9-inch iPad Pro is also expected to feature a faster A14X chip and support for 5G networks on models with cellular connectivity. It is possible that these two features extend to a new 11-inch model, but it is not clear.
“Kang” recently suggested that Apple plans to hold an event on Tuesday, March 23, where the new AirPods and the new iPad Pro could be announced. Other products that are supposed to be in Apple’s pipeline include the long-awaited AirTags item trackers, a new Apple TV with a more gaming focus, and a redesigned Apple silicone iMac, but it is unclear whether any of these products will be released this month.
“Kang” has an almost perfect track record with Apple rumors, having previously leaked precise details about the iPhone 12 models, the Apple Watch Series 6 models, the fourth generation iPad Air, the HomePod mini and many other devices in the past. months.