Apple has also introduced a slimmer design for the Powerbeats Pro 2. The new earbuds feature adjustable ear hooks for a secure fit, making them more comfortable for extended use. The slimmer profile not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the earbuds but also improves their functionality by providing a more streamlined fit.

Meanwhile, MacRumors reports that the rumoured Powerbeats Pro 2 will also support the same functionality, based on details spotted on the latest iOS 18 RC. Users will also need to wear both earphones in order for the feature to work, while sharing heart rate information with fitness equipment — such as a treadmill — might also be supported.

As we previously detailed, Powerbeats Pro 2 will have a built-in heart-rate sensor. The earbuds will send the user’s heart rate to the Apple Health app. For that, the user must be wearing both earbuds during workouts. Apple also plans to bring this technology to the next generation of AirPods Pro.

Apple earlier this month teased new Powerbeats Pro 2 earphones that are set to come out next year, and MacRumors has found more information on

If there’s one product that Beats has taken its sweet time upgrading, it’s the Powerbeats Pro. Released back in 2019, these wireless earbuds (and their signature ear hooks) have sat in the company’s product lineup ever since with no meaningful hardware changes.

The new Pixel Buds Pro 2 are smaller and more powerful, but its Tensor-powered features come in earbuds that are also more expensive. Apple's largest event of the year will lead up to the launch of the iPhone 16 lineup, but it won't be available to buy the same day.