
A new FCC filing for an unannounced Apple Bluetooth headphone adds evidence that Apple is advancing multiple AirPods upgrades, including the rumored AirPods Pro 3 variant that could introduce on-device AI. Along with the company’s Q.ai acquisition and reports of prototype testing, the filing suggests Apple is moving several hardware designs through testing that could enable personalization, improved noise control, or smarter assistant capabilities. By contrast, Shokz’s recent update focuses on hardware and form-factor changes — lighter builds, better bass and clarity, and a bone-conduction mic on the OpenDots 2 — highlighting different innovation paths in the earbud market.
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