Next AirPods Pro shape up as a health-tracking tool

Bloomberg’s well-known Apple insider Mark Gurman Report (Subscription required) Apple has been testing health-focused features of AirPods such as temperature sensing and heart rate monitoring. While the Apple Watch still has the edge in heart rate accuracy, Gurman noted that the AirPods aren’t that far behind in readings. However, the main focus right now seems to be on perfecting heart rate monitoring.

While the Apple Watch already does a good job at this, adding the feature to AirPods might appeal to people who don’t like wearing watches or want a backup fitness tracker. If all goes well, this could make its way to the next generation of AirPods Pro, which is reportedly in the early stages of development.

On top of that, Apple is apparently reconsidering the idea of ​​a built-in camera in AirPods – Rumors that have surfaced several times over the past year. Gurman said the project is now a top priority for Apple as it seeks to enhance its artificial intelligence-driven capabilities. Still, camera-equipped AirPods may be years away, and may even be scrapped again. However, heart rate tracking may be coming sooner.

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Earlier this year, Apple launches health features for AirPods Pro 2such as the ability to test your listening ability. These hearing-related upgrades mark the beginning of a new chapter for the AirPods family. Just as the Apple Watch has steadily evolved into a powerful health companion over the past decade, it wouldn’t be surprising if the AirPods followed a similar path, adding more health-focused features in the coming years.