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Apple's AirPods Pro 3 to Feature Gesture-Control Cameras

1/3/2026

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Apple plans to launch a premium variant of AirPods Pro 3 in 2026 featuring infrared cameras to boost Apple Intelligence.
The premium model will enable gesture controls and provide contextual information about the user's surroundings.
The standard AirPods Pro 3 remains priced at $249, with the camera-equipped version priced higher.
The upgrade represents a significant evolution in how users interact with wireless earbuds, with a spring 2026 debut rumored.

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Apple plans to launch a premium variant of AirPods Pro 3 in 2026 featuring infrared cameras to boost Apple Intelligence.
The premium model will enable gesture controls and provide contextual information about the user's surroundings.
The standard AirPods Pro 3 remains priced at $249, with the camera-equipped version priced higher.
The upgrade represents a significant evolution in how users interact with wireless earbuds, with a spring 2026 debut rumored.