Over the past two years, Apple’s representative EarPods wired headsets have also undergone some updates. Compared with AirPods Bluetooth headsets, some users prefer the simple experience of traditional wired headsets. According to the latest news, as the iPhone 15 series is expected to abandon Lightning and change to USB-C interface this year, Apple is also preparing to develop the Apple USB-C version of the EarPods wired headset.
Apple USB-C version of EarPods wired headphones rumored to launch before iPhone 15 launch
Since the 2016 iPhone 7 series began to cancel the 3.5mm headphone jack, Apple included the “Lightning to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter” and “EarPods with 3.5mm headphone jack” in the iPhone box. in the accessories. Later, perhaps because of the success of AirPods and environmental protection, Apple no longer comes standard with EarPods headphones starting from the iPhone 12 series. Consumers who want to buy EarPods headphones can only buy them separately.
According to ShrimpApplePro’s tweet on Twitter, the Apple USB-C version of EarPods wired headphones is already in mass production. In fact, the news was first exposed as early as February this year, but he recently re-emphasized it on Twitter.
Although Apple EarPods wired headphones have more wire constraints than AirPods, they are still loved by many users for their plug-and-play, simple user experience, cheaper price, and no need to worry about the earphones running out of power. EarPods also come with a built-in remote that lets you adjust volume, control music and video playback, and answer or end calls with just one touch. At present, Apple’s official website actually sells the Lightning version of EarPods headphones, priced at NT$590.
In addition to Apple’s launch of the USB-C version of the EarPods wired headset in the future, it said that it would follow the iPhone 15 series and Lightning to say goodbye. Tianfeng International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also predicted that, including AirPods charging box, MagSafe mobile power supply, Smart keyboard, smart mouse and other Apple accessories will also switch to USB-C in the future.
I wonder if you prefer to use wireless Bluetooth headsets like AirPods, or traditional wired headsets like EarPods? Although most people should be used to the convenience of Bluetooth headsets, wired headsets are still relatively reliable at certain times. After all, if it is not convenient to charge when traveling, then bring an extra pair of EarPods wired headsets, which can still be used when needed. Useful.
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