Apple AirPods will have an interesting addition for the next generationMing-Chi Kuo states in a new report: Apple to mass produce new AirPods with a twist, will include camera modulesThis is expected to happen in 2026 and most interestingly, it coincides with a previous Bloomberg report from February. What will the camera modules on AirPods be used for?

AirPods with cameras from Apple are a bold idea

Before we think further about how Apple will include cameras in the AirPods, we can say that these are not traditional camera lenses, but quite the opposite. Ming-Chi Kuo points out that these are infrared cameras similar to those found in the Face ID module on the iPhone and iPad.

AirPods will detect head movements to interact with Siri

Future AirPods Could Integrate Perfectly with Apple Vision Pro and the next generation with Apple’s latest innovative product. It will strengthen the interaction and experience in terms of spatial audio.In addition to the fact that spatial computing, which Apple talks about a lot, will also be strengthened. The working dynamics will be as follows: While wearing Vision Pro and AirPods, the user simply turns their head in any direction to ensure the sound is focused exactly on that path..

At the same time, Infrared cameras will help detect changes in the environmental imageThis will also help with in-air movement control and perhaps allow for other movements between the Vision Pro and the user.

Foxconn to be responsible for manufacturing infrared cameras

According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Foxconn to supply infrared camera for AirPods. Because it is the supplier that produces new products in the supply chain. Because its production is strong They aim to produce 18 to 20 million unitsThis means it will be implemented on approximately 10 million AirPods.

Listening to music on iPhone with AirPods is one of the best experiences on Apple

It will be interesting to see how the AirPods can take advantage of these infrared cameras.. Recognition of other environmental conditions that the user cannot see with the naked eye. It can also be used for health purposes and perhaps also be useful for AI audio and visual functions.

Contrary to Bloomberg’s report, via Mark Gurman, This AirPods camera design is just one of the ideas that the people of Cupertino are exploringOther product possibilities include smart glasses like the Meta Ray-Ban, the smart ring discussed above, and also including cameras in the next-generation Apple Watches.

Apple will have to justify the use of infrared in AirPods beyond the spatial audio aspect (if the idea comes to fruition). How much will Vision Pro improve the experience for its users?

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