Apple has just refreshed it’s AirPods line up with a second-generation model that also comes with a wireless charging case. But little do most of us know about its unannounced in-house wireless earbuds competitor that has showed up in iOS 12.2. The new OS version rolled out soon after Apple’s ‘Special event’ where it introduced a bunch of payment and streaming services.

This time, iOS 12.2 doesn’t include a mere reference to the new wireless earbuds called Powerbeats Pro, but also show it with the case in a high-res image. The image was found by 9to5Mac hidden in the new OS version. As per the image, the Powerbeats Pro seems similar to the Powerbeats3 in terms of design sans the connecting wire, indicating the company’s push towards making independent earbuds.

The earbuds can be seen housed inside the Beats-branded charging case in all Black. The accessory is also said to come in White colour variant. There is still no word as to when Apple plans to launch these wireless earbuds but since it has showed up on iOS 12.2, the launch might not be far enough.

According to a report by CNET, the new Powerbeats Pro might feature Apple’s H1 chip, which also powers the recently launched AirPods second-generation. It may also feature wireless charging and be water resistant. There’s also no word on the price of the wireless earbuds.

On a related note, Apple recently unveiled its new AirPods wireless earbuds priced at Rs 14,900. If you want the wireless charging case as well, it would cost you Rs 18,900. The wireless charging case alone will cost you Rs 7,500. What’s new this time, besides the H1 chipset, is the support for ‘Hey Siri’ voice command. This makes it easier to change songs, make a call, adjust the volume or get directions simply by saying, “Hey Siri.”

Source: gadgetsnow.com