In the program code of the new version of the iOS 16.4 RC mobile operating system for iPhones, new headphones – Beats Studio Buds +, code number 8214 – were mentioned. 9to5Mac.
It is stated that starting from 2021, the new Buds+, like the regular Beats Studio Buds, will get active noise canceling and transparency mode. According to journalists’ sources, Beats Studio Buds+ will continue to use a custom Beats chip instead of the Apple H1/H2.
At the same time, Beats Studio Buds+ will support audio sharing, automatic device switching and “Hey Siri” functionality, just like AirPods with Apple chip.
The new Beats headphones, codenamed 8214, will also feature media controls for play/pause and press and hold on a dedicated area on the case to switch between noise canceling modes.
Beats Studio Buds+ is expected to be announced next week as soon as the final version of iOS 16.4 is released.
It has been previously reported that Apple will in the coming years intend to add Some functions “to improve hearing” in AirPods earphones.