The latest AirPods Pro may have just launched, but speculation is already mounting about the next pair, which could include infrared cameras and AI-powered features

According to Bloomberg ’s Mark Gurman, a new H3 chip is in development to reduce audio lag and improve sound quality.

The chip is also expected to support on-device AI, enabling features like context-aware responses and enhanced spatial audio for AR and VR.

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo first predicted in 2024 that future AirPods would include camera modules by 2026. Gurman then reported that Apple was developing the built-in cameras earlier this year .

The idea of tiny cameras in earbuds has sparked mixed reactions.

Some see it as a natural evolution of wearable devices, while privacy advocates have raised concerns about the i

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