Skip to main content

Apple AirPods Pro rumored to come in different colors; charging case image leaks

Apple will reportedly offer up to eight different colors for the rumored AirPods Pro, according to a new report from China’s Economic Daily News. Additionally, higher quality images of the charging case for the wireless earbuds are said to have leaked.

The report claims that the AirPods Pro will offer color options such as white, black, and midnight green, departing from the first two versions of the wireless earbuds that only come in white.

Apple may be trying to match the AirPods Pro colors with the different options for the iPhone 11 lineup. Rumors of a black version of the wireless earbuds have been circulating, but the Chinese report is the first one to claim that there will be multiple color options.

Meanwhile, new images of the AirPods Pro charging case were uploaded to SlashLeaks.

Image used with permission by copyright holder

The Weibo account where the images originated claim that the charging cases are Chinese knockoffs. However, the design is still believed to be based on the real thing.

The holes inside the AirPods Pro charging case are similar in size and shape to those found in current AirPods charging cases. There is a protective blue covering on the components, and there are no visible markings or internal components, which suggests that the charging case came from a plastic casing supplier.

Apple was expected to unveil the AirPods Pro, alongside the rumored redesigned MacBook Pro and over-ear StudioPods headphones, at a canceled October event. Apple’s new wireless earbuds are still expected to launch soon though, with some reports claiming that the accessory will arrive as soon as the end of October.

The AirPods Pro are believed to be water-resistant to ward off a few drops of rain or sweat. The new version of the wireless earbuds is also expected to come with a noise-canceling feature, which will be made possible by a new design that includes silicone tips at the end. If it will indeed come with noise-canceling capabilities, the accessory may come with a bigger battery to support the feature, as well as a new chipset.

The AirPods Pro is also rumored to be more expensive than the $200 price tag for the current model, possibly as high as $260.

Editors' Recommendations

Aaron Mamiit
Aaron received a NES and a copy of Super Mario Bros. for Christmas when he was 4 years old, and he has been fascinated with…
Everything Apple didn’t announce at its iPhone 15 event
Apple's September 2023 event Tim Cook

Yesterday's iPhone 15 event revolved solely around the iPhone 15/iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max, and Apple Watch Series 9 (along with Apple Watch Ultra 2). As a result, no new iPads, Macs, or audio products were announced. This news isn't surprising, and the omissions suggest another Apple event may occur before the year's end, although this has yet to be confirmed and may not happen for a few weeks.

There are a lot of would-be Apple products that could make appearances in the coming weeks or months — but weren't shown at today's event.
New iPads

Read more
Are Apple AirPods waterproof? Everything you need to know
AirPods 3 on an athlete.

So, you just bought yourself a nice new pair of AirPods, or you're thinking about it because they're among the best wireless earbuds you can buy, and you're wondering if they're waterproof. The answer is no, AirPods are not waterproof and you should not wear them while swimming or in the shower or during a water balloon fight. But, if the pair of AirPods you've got (or got your eye on) is either the third-generation AirPods or the first or second-generation AirPods Pro, then you're in luck as they are water resistant.

We're going to get into what all that means and break down how water resistant each AirPods model is and what their water-resistance ratings mean for your daily activities. Let's go.
Water resistant vs. waterproof
As we mentioned above, none of Apple's AirPods -- AirPods, AirPods Pro, or AirPod Max -- are waterproof. But what is "waterproof" anyway? From an electronic device standpoint, being waterproof means that the device is watertight and can be completely submerged in water. There's a common ratings system designed for electronics to measure this (as well as dust and dirt resistance) known as the IP (Ingress Protection) rating, which we cover in our post on the water-resistance rating system.

Read more
This accessory turned my AirPods into a giant mech head
CASETiFY Evangelion Type-01 AirPods Pro 2 case front side view.

You’ve probably heard of a tech accessory brand called Casetify by now. It’s one of the higher-quality brands of tech accessories out there, and it’s particularly known for having a ton of customizable products, as well as many unique collaborations with artists and well-established brands — including Disney, Star Wars, Peanuts, and more.

The Evangelion x Casetify is one of the latest collaborations that the company has launched, and it should appeal to anyone who is a fan of the Neon Genesis Evangelion anime and manga series. There was even an “Impact!” launch event in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district, where a 4-meter tall, 7-meter wide EVA–01 bust was put on display, with the mecha holding a Casetify Impact case that features an iconic NERV design.

Read more