Apple AirPods Lite May Launch This Year: Here's What We Know So Far

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Manuj Yadav

Apple could bring a new, affordable version of AirPods later this year called the AirPods Lite as per new reports.

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The AirPods lineup needs a big refresh and it is expected to happen in 2024 as we have seen through multiple reports in the past few months.

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The new AirPods Lite could be priced as low as $99 (Rs 8,100 approx) which gives it a better chance to succeed in markets like India.

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Most of Apple’s products in the region cost more than other countries because of the high import duty and other taxes.

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Talking about the AirPods Lite, the lower price tag could mean Apple could leave popular features like ANC and stem controls for playback and volume.

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Additionally, the sound drivers on the Lite model could be smaller and low on quality compared to the regular and Pro version of AirPods.

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Apple could also remove support for wireless charging, which means you will have to charge the gadget using the built-in USB C charging port in the wired mode.

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The AirPods Lite (or whatever Apple names it) will be launching along with new AirPods 4 and the AirPods Pro 4th gen model as well.

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