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People are discussing Apple’s AirPods road map, including rumors of AirPods with cameras and a new AirPods Pro 3 fitness feature that now integrates with Strava. At the same time, AirPods are being used as a comparison point as competitors like JBL add unusual features that Apple’s earbuds still don’t offer.

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Key Takeaway AirPods are getting more capable, with Apple reportedly exploring camera-equipped models and adding fitness features to AirPods Pro 3, but rivals are still pushing ahead with novel hardware ideas.
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AirPods are getting more capable, with Apple reportedly exploring camera-equipped models and adding fitness features to AirPods Pro 3, but rivals are still pushing ahead with novel hardware ideas.

People are discussing Apple’s AirPods road map, including rumors of AirPods with cameras and a new AirPods Pro 3 fitness feature that now integrates with Strava. At the same time, AirPods are being used as a comparison point as competitors like JBL add unusual features that Apple’s earbuds still don’t offer.

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Apple AirPods Pro 3
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Apple AirPods Max 2 Purple Headphones with Smart Case
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Apple AirPods Max 2 Orange Headphones with Smart Case
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Apple AirPods Max 2 Blue Headphones with Smart Case
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Apple iPhone 16 128 GB: 5G Mobile phone with Apple Intelligence, Camera Control, A18 Chip and a Big Boost in Battery Life. Works with AirPods; Black : Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo
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Rumored hardware AirPods with cameras
New feature AirPods Pro 3 fitness feature
App support Strava’s iPhone app works with the feature
Competitor comparison JBL earbuds add a feature not seen on AirPods, Sonys, Bose, or Samsung earbuds

What to Watch

  • Watch for official Apple announcements around AirPods with cameras and AirPods Pro 3 feature updates. 9to5Mac
  • Follow competitor earbud launches for features Apple may need to match next. Tom's Guide

What Changed

  • Strava’s iPhone app now works with Apple’s new AirPods Pro 3 fitness feature 9to5Mac
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