Be sure to watch our latest video tutorial featuring handy Beats Fit Pro tips and tricks that will come in handy when setting up and using your newly-purchased wireless earbuds.
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$199 Beats Fit Pro (2021) vs. $249 AirPods Pro (2019). Which ones are a better buy?
In this quick video review, we compare the $199 Beats Fit Pro wireless headphones to the $249 AirPods Pro. Which ones are a better buy? Our comparison video offers the answer.
Beats Fit Pro truly wireless headphones now official for $199
Earlier in October, a beta version of iOS 15.1 revealed that the Apple-owned Beats was working on a pair of brand new truly wireless headphones. The prerelease software even told us what they'd be called: Beats Fit Pro. And, sure enough, that all turned out to be true because the new headphones are official.
Beats Fit Pro revealed in iOS 15.1 Release Candidate ahead of official announcement
On Monday, October 18, Apple seeded the Release Candidate for iOS 15.1 (and iPadOS 15.1). That prerelease software is the final version ahead of the public launch sometime soon. And, as has happened in the past, the beta software has revealed something else a little ahead of schedule: new headphones coming from the Apple-owned Beats brand.
Another victim of component shortages: Beats Flex now cost $20 more
Apple has quietly increased Beats Flex price by $20, no explanation given whatsoever, going from $50 to $70 for a pair of these wireless earbuds that debuted in December 2020.
Apple unveils limited edition A-Cold-Wall Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones
Every once in a while, the Beats brand opens its doors for some collaboration with another company or brand. The Apple-owned Beats by Dre is back at it again, unveiling today a brand new pair of Studio3 Wireless headphones. This time around, the collaboration is with a fashion brand.
Some of the best headphone stands you can buy now
If you have a pair of AirPods Max, or really any over-ear headphones that you don't want just lying around on your desk, or, worse yet, stuffed into a drawer, a stand can help with that. We've put together a roundup of the best stands you can buy right now for your headphones.
This tweak unlocks listening mode switching for Beats Studio Buds via Control Center on firmware prior to iOS 14.6
Apple device users responded positively to AirPods Pro and their tight integration with the iOS and iPadOS mobile operating systems. More specifically, users appreciated being able to switch listening modes directly from Control Center, which includes Noise Cancellation mode, Normal mode, and Transparency mode.
These features were once exclusive to the AirPods Pro, but fast-forward to today, and those same features can be enjoyed on AirPods Max and even certain Beats headphones like the Beats Studio Buds. One caveat, however, is that users must be running iOS or iPadOS 14.6 or newer to enjoy this functionality with the Beats Studio Buds.
Video tips and tricks for making the most of your Beats Studio Buds
Apple-owned Beats recently released its first truly wireless earphones, dubbed Studio Buds. If you're contemplating a purchase, be sure to watch our video to familiarize yourself with the main features and learn about the must-know Beats Studio Buds tips and tricks.
Beats promotes the music and new Beats Studio Buds in latest ads
Earlier this month, Beats by Dre launched a pair of new truly wireless headphones. The Beats Studio Buds feature a new design for Beats-branded headphones, as well as plenty of worthwhile features. And now the company is turning on the marketing effort.
Beats Studio Buds now official for $149.99 with ANC and more
We've been seeing the newest truly wireless earbuds with the Beats branding for a bit of time now. First as a leak, and then caught out in the wild in the ears of NBA superstar LeBron James. But now they're officially official.
LeBron James photographed using the unreleased Beats Studio Buds
The unreleased Beats Studio Buds appear to be caught in an avalanche. Ever since they were discovered in the release candidate for iOS 14.6, the new headphones keep cropping up in other places.
Everywhere except an official announcement. But that will probably be changing in the very near future, now that at least one superstar athlete has been photographed out there in the wild wearing the new headphones. At least, one would hope.