Why AirPods Hold the Key to Apple's Next Frontier | One More Thing

AirPods have gotten so many new features over the years via software updates, unlocking things we never knew existed. With WWDC, iOS 18 and AirPods 4 on the horizon, what could we see next from Apple's earbuds?
0:00 Apple Event Season Is Upon Us
0:46 New and Improved AirPods Could Land Soon
1:33 AirPods With A Screen
2:33 Our AirPods Wishlists
4:17 Adding New AirPods Features
5:29 AirPods Health Features
6:51 One More AirPods Rumor
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[@tuberichter]

I want a 55 inch screen build in the airpods 😅

[@alejandronopasanada5302]

That’s dumb! 45 is good enough as long as it connects to the interned, has apps and touch screen BUT not a phone. I like to stay disconnected when I go out in nature.

[@rjrupert]

I want lossless audio capability.

[@RiqMoran]

This is all i care about. And battery life. But i would sacrifice battery for quality.

[@jeffersonperez9307]

Can you even tell the difference? 😂

[@RiqMoran]

@@jeffersonperez9307 yes. Unless you jave damaged ears, yes you can most certainly tell the difference. It's like you have to be blind to not notice the difference between 720p and 4k.

[@user-by3cv9sq8l]

@@RiqMoranliterally

[@LexySavvides]

+1 to lossless audio! I mean it’s technically there on AirPods Pro 2 but only with Vision Pro so bringing it to other devices should be easy. Right??

[@kevinkomaki7392]

Lossless audio on AirPods is all I want

[@williamshaun3970]

the difference will practically be unoticeable, but yea its a plus

[@videobiker9131]

Great job! The thing I like about the screen on the case is that it would at least partially make up for the loss of the iPod. It seems like if you wanted to you could disconnect from the world by leaving your watch and your phone at home and just taking the iPods with you when you wanted to go for a run or if you just wanted to go for a walk someplace.

[@06hira0]

longer battery life (12 hours minumum). hearing aid features. isolation vocals from music or visa versa.

[@e3vL1]

Hearing aides would be nice, but is it worth price increase for tech to cater to small number of population with the majority not using it?

[@trumpdrago517]

Kanye west actually owns the patent for that. I bet google or apple eventually buy it for mega bucks. The tech to remove vocals and just the beat on device in real time

[@davidjacobs6244]

12 hours battery life not possible on such a small product and small battery.

[@trumpdrago517]

@@davidjacobs6244 I’m talking a neck band accessory with a battery

[@kevinweyrauch4875]

@@davidjacobs6244also while demanding moar features 😂

[@mingluke12]

I wish there were equalizer adjustments to all AirPods. I’m currently using AirPods Pro 2 USBC version.

[@rubenkalmbach]

Personally the only thing I would add to the Airpods Pro would be memory to store and play music and podcasts transferred from the iphone. Then I could use them independently without needing to carry a Watch or Iphone with me.

[@yao9598]

but you watch does that! I don't see why wearing your watch would be a hassle. Isn't it worse to have the case jiggling in your pocket when you go for a run?

[@mundanemoments322]

The apple watch is more convenient. I leave my AP pro charging case and phone at home when running/walking. Just need the pods and the watch to listen to what I want.

[@Jackruby22]

@@yao9598the watch only does this with Apple music. But for me, i subscribe to KZbin music and offline play isn’t possible on the watch, without your iPhone connected.

[@mofosoto]

A haptic engine would be interesting, more touch features, health monitoring. Better connectivity with lower radioactivity would also be welcomed. How bout a flashlight in the case? Action button to control camera or presentation

[@zmanag5297]

I want an equalizer !!

[@salvadorestrada1013]

IDGAF about a screen on case

[@cliffchampion5501]

It is utterly unimportant when you already have a screen display on the phone.

[@IanZamojc]

Some kind of "concert mode" for the Airpod Pros would be really useful so they could be used as active earplugs without compromising the mids and highs like even the best passive earplugs do. It's currently possible but the noise cancellation struggles with bass frequencies causing them to woof a lot.

[@BarcelonasHotCrowd]

Great video! I'D LOVE Apple to bring bass and treble settings / graphic equaliser to the Apple Music and Apple TV apps. I'm always underwhelmed with the sound of my AirPods Pro 2 for music - for me, they shine more when playing iTunes films with the spacial audio.

[@LexySavvides]

Yes to the EQ! Been on my Wishlist forever

[@Rockovissi]

Kinda’ over the glossy finish myself. They fly out of your hand and smack the floor.

[@b1zzy1986]

Storage on the case itself is a great idea no need to takr your phone when you go for a jog

[@PSy84]

Apple: No. Buy Apple watch

[@superiortoall22]

This is stupid, that’s what Apple Watches are for. Why would you want to hold something?

[@NourMoghrabi]

Why we have Apple Watch

[@igniteflow]

I like this idea. I run with my Apple Watch, but I find the screen too small to do much else with it.

[@salvadorestrada1013]

Who leaves without their phones

[@rickvanos]

A set of AirPods that are usable as a standalone iPod Shuffle (AirPods Pro Shuffle) that can fit a few Apple Music playlists would totally have me upgrade from the AirPods Pro 2. Definitely fits the current trend of unthreading your life from constantly being online.

[@RiqMoran]

I only care about lossless playback. Competitors have made strides in this area and Apple themselves have as well with Vision Pro. So we're due for something.

[@Danny95773]

I want a better coating finish these AirPods I hate when they show so many scratches on the case

[@Lapush_Burgundy564]

I would like to have conversation awareness to wear someone calls out your name and it automatically stops the music or lower it. I also like the lil touch screen also.

[@Gilfordd]

Still rocking the AirPods Pro 1st gen, work and look like new. However sort of wanted to upgrade to the 2nd gen since they’re on sale right now at $190 from $250 (regular price)

[@gimpinmypants]

The $190 price seems to be the regular price now. They’ve been on “sale” for that price for months. I bought them back in December for that price.

[@Gilfordd]

@@gimpinmypants yea I realized that actually. I might just wait for gen 3

[@felix_five]

I want a 4 inch subwoofer built into the airpods case.

[@floris44]

I guessing there’s going to be one of those AI devices in the case (like Rabbit and the Humane pin)

[@housepianist]

I would like to see the next AirPods Pro have better sound quality. Maybe a hybrid design with a DD and a single balanced armature. And if you could combine that with lossless, I might actually buy it. As far as a built-in screen goes, it’s not really necessary since you have that already with most Apple products.

[@michael-4k4000]

Why do we need a screen on our AirPods case? What’s the purpose?

[@GregMcClendonJr]

If anyone remembers, the Samsung Gear IconX ear buds back in the day was able to measure your heart rate while wearing them.

[@PSy84]

nobody cares dude trust me.

[@PSy84]

All airpods users ate nost likely never gonna use samsung

[@superiortoall22]

If they were anything like the Galaxy Watches today they were probably inaccurate and more of a gimmick

[@jakekisiel7399]

I want better transparency mode. I still take them out of my ears to hear my surrounding environment 👎

[@williamshaun3970]

transparency is literally so good on AirPods Pro 2 wtf, get ur ears checked mate

[@jakekisiel7399]

@@williamshaun3970 I have the AirPods Pro 2 and I still prefer to take them out of my ears 👎

[@LexRecillo]

I`ll wish for Apple to include a haptic motor on the stem of the AirPods Pro. I have the AirPods Pro 2 and I think the haptic motor is the only missing thing that will make the AirPods Pro next generation very premium.

[@RudyBriceno]

Bettery battery and better microphone. Microphone quality are subpar during calls

[@trumpdrago517]

IMO the air pods\pros are perfect for what they are. Even if they were lossless I feel 90% of people would turn it off to save battery. What I’d like is a neckband accessory. Imagine one that could make the AirPods last 3 days without a charge

[@Woodr7ten]

I want apple to add 1 loss protection since find my fails to locate them when they die along with the chip that’s in them also. Otherwise I’ll stick with something else.

[@SirAtticus]

A better noise cancellation would be much appreciated.

[@CRIOS.S]

Different Color Options!

[@jabooac7152]

Bring back ipod with apple music n Spotify

[@alexhsu8031]

If AirPods are equipped with a great microphone one day, with effects such as reverb and delay for users to choose from, I'll definitely buy them. It will make it easier for people to record their singing or have a better livestream, without the need to use third party apps.

[@411hippieCO]

New iPad mini with an oled screen please 🙏🏻😎

[@karthikvel1608]

Even my 30$ Tws has HD audio option but in apple airpods and the price 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@HiThisIsMine]

Never seen anyone wear AirPods like Audio Expert David does 🤔

[@Realdaveromero]

There's been rumors about apple creating their own proprietary bluetooth like technology that allows higher bit rate and audio quality. I want that.

[@United_Wings]

Interesting

[@willharrah9381]

I just want the air pods pro to have more battery

[@alejandronopasanada5302]

I’m about to head into the yard now. That sound low/no battery sound comes far too soon.

[@Aerospace_Education]

The hearing aid area would be huge. I have moderate loss and regular hearing aids are very expensive. I tried using the airpods with the "hearing aid" mode and even put in my audio graph. The problem though was that it had a delay. So it was like hearing an echo. Not good enough yet. Really hope they can improve. It would be incredible for users like me.

[@paper2222]

what model of airpods were you using, may i ask?

[@Aerospace_Education]

@@paper2222 The airpod pro's. The most current has type C charging. Mine were the ones right before with lightning charging, but the airpods themselves I "think" are basically the same as the current generation. The "hearing aid" mode does work. It's just the slight delay that makes them not good in music venues or movie theaters.

[@paper2222]

@@Aerospace_Education i see, very interesting i'd love to see apple improve on accessibility things like this

[@zytoses9223]

the next apple airpods, design inspired by the JBL tour pro 2's.

[@fancypants6089]

Let 2 or more AirPods connect to the same tv to watch movies already !!!!

[@darkstepwarrior88]

The question is, will apple finally give a custom eq function.

[@happyhuman247]

Why say "filing in for Bridget Carey"?? She doesn't own the freaking show! It's a CNET production, and you are as much an equal part of it, Lexy! Head held high. ❤

[@rajendrabiswas]

air pods max are great spatial audio headphones but I feel sad that his headphones stopped working within 1 year

[@dennisherold7887]

Another iteration of AirPods. Great!

[@Mrgberry2]

Microphones like the steamers got 😂😂😂

[@JK-xz1lt]

Airpods are all right. The audio quality is kind of hit or miss, but I'm sure that's just me. Just here for the good reporting.

[@jasoncwong]

Black AirPods Pro and other colors

[@johnsorensen2088]

Bought a pair of AirPods Pros. Could never get a good seal for the noise cancelling to work. Gave 'em away. Bought a pair of Bose quiet comforts. Way better sound quality and noise cancelling.

[@BusterDarcy]

AirPods 3 were the first Air/EarPods to fit my ears. Sincerely hope they don’t undo this.

[@e3vL1]

No air pods fit perfectly for me yet...They always fall out the longer I have them on. Have to readjust when I notice they are on for a long period of time or they fall out unexpectedly especially if I move around a lot

[@thaminduliyanage]

Remember some people cannot use silicone tip okay 👍. We need one without silicone tip with pro features

[@PreparedWolf34]

I want the ability to update the IOS on EarPods through the case not the iPhone. Let there be an update automatically option for this feature.

[@johnm.davies1859]

A MUTE BUTTON when on call need to be able to mute if in car or in a crowed without taking phone out. How is this missed

[@joehilson6058]

Better “find my” capability

[@mathiaschristiansen5044]

What if you could replace ur time wasting screens with just sound.

[@vsznry]

I think i'd rather get some in ear monitors, with multi channel processing. Better tech than these.

[@joecamps1119]

Ads screens on my earbuds? The future is horrific.

[@chancewilson207]

I want AirPods that don’t constantly fall out of my ears.

[@mavkajutsu]

I love her accent😍

[@countryclub1113]

I don't want a heart or brain monitor built into my Airpods. Just keep extending battery life until you get it up to 12 hours.

[@e3vL1]

They need to put earloops for in-ear headsets. Most headphones ive tried fall out even when switching tips

[@adrodr2]

airpods 3 are the best forever!

[@RichTallent]

AirPods that don’t make you look silly wearing them would be nice.

[@e3vL1]

I think that's the point. It's supposed to show off clout that you're an Apple user

[@dannybates9303]

Mine lasted two whole years and died. $299 for such disposable tech? That only taught me what not to buy.

[@JAD73567]

Hearing aids, yes! Huge market awaits Apple. HUGE.

[@Mark-P]

I use an iPhone, but I’ve never use AirPods!

[@unkown34x33]

my face of excitement 🙄 apple with release another expensive iPad, while forcing you to upgrade to 8gb for 400$...

[@profX-27]

lossless audio and a better microphone

[@markmaras7970]

Just make batt life atleast a month

[@777VIV]

WHERE IS BRIDGET?? OUR FRIDAY IS NOT COMPLETE WITH OUT HER

[@LexySavvides]

She will be back next week!

[@EchoVids2u]

this sall sounds gimiky

[@gt5087]

screen for ipods is just useless and unpractical.

[@mikebenda]

Lower price.

[@whealman142]

iPads don’t need any new hardware, just software

[@AnthonyKristoffersonAlonzoSr]

Let loose more and more of your money.

[@mbuyachiks31]

First🎉

[@ChetHanks-eh1md]

AirPods are straight up e waste

[@shitvideoquality4856]

For me, the dealbreaker into going fully wireless is actually a user replaceable battery, I do not want to buy something knowing full well it will definitely break in a few years time. There is absolutely no way a company like Apple aren’t able to engineer something like that being serviceable. But it’s Apple so we all know how they are with right to repair…