Apple is working on a new version of the AirPods Pro that uses external cameras and artificial intelligence to understand its surroundings and provide information to users. This tech aims to bolster Apple’s position in the AI race by enabling features like spatial awareness, gesture control, and smart glasses-like functionality.
According to Bloomberg, this technology will not debut in AirPods Pro 3 but is expected to be launched alongside AirPods Pro 4 in 2027 at the earliest. The integration of cameras with Visual Intelligence could help users take action based on their environment by tapping into the power of ChatGPT or Google.
The new AirPods would also enhance spatial audio when paired with Apple Vision Pro and future headsets, providing an immersive experience for users. This tech might even enable “in-air gesture control” for AirPods, allowing users to interact without needing to remove their device from its pocket.
While the launch date is uncertain, one thing is clear: Apple’s AI-powered AirPods with cameras are on the horizon, and they promise to revolutionize the way we interact with our devices.
Source: https://9to5mac.com/2025/02/08/airpods-with-cameras-rumor-breakdown