Apple hears positive response to AirPods, and is now working on over-ear headphones
Apple plans to launch the new headphones as early as the end of 2018, but it faces development issues, sources say
Apple’s AirPods earphones have been a surprise hit. Now, the company is planning a push into the high end of the market. The technology giant is working on noise-cancelling, over-ear headphones that rival headsets from market leaders such as Bose and even the company’s own Beats by Dre brand, according to people familiar with the product’s development. The company plans to launch the headphones as early as the end of 2018, but has faced development challenges that might push back the release, the people said. Work on the Apple headset has been on and off over the past year. The company encountered similar problems with the HomePod during its development, including multiple redesigns, according to the people. It’s possible Apple will redesign the headphones again before launch, or scrap the project altogether, they warned, asking not to be identified discussing private development work. An Apple spokesperson declined to comment. The latest plans call for headphones targeting the high...
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