Beats, the audio equipment manufacturer owned by Apple, is expected to launch new Studio Pro noise-canceling headphones soon. The upcoming product has been spotted in the release candidate build of iOS 16.5, which was released to developers recently. Studio Pro headphones will have improved noise cancellation and transparency modes, as well as a personalized spatial audio mode, according to sources familiar with the headphones.
The new headphones will come in four colors, including black, brown, dark blue, and white, and are expected to have a design similar to the current Studio 3 headphones. However, Beats is likely to upgrade them to USB-C, which will be a significant improvement as the Studio 3 headphones still use Micro USB to charge.
The Studio 3 headphones were launched in 2017, and the new Studio Pro headphones are expected to replace them. The Studio 3 headphones are currently being sold by Apple, but their age has made them outdated, and their price tag of over $300 makes them face fierce competition from other high-end brands such as Sony, Bose, Sennheiser, and Bowers and Wilkins. Moreover, Apple’s AirPods Max sits higher on the pricing ladder, further intensifying competition.
It is not yet clear when the Studio Pro headphones will be officially launched, but the anticipation is high, given the popularity of Beats products. The product will likely offer a new level of competition in the high-end headphones market, where consumers are looking for top-notch sound quality, noise cancellation, and other advanced features.
Beats is known for its stylish designs and cutting-edge technology, and the upcoming headphones are expected to be no exception. The addition of personalized spatial audio and transparency mode will be a significant upgrade from the current Studio 3 headphones. It remains to be seen if the new product will be able to stand out in the highly competitive market.