Apple’s latest iOS 26 beta code has unveiled a surprising secret: references to the unreleased AirPods Pro 3, suggesting that new earbuds may be on the horizon. This discovery points to potential developments in Apple’s popular wireless earbuds lineup.

As the release of Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 approaches, anticipation grows over a standout upgrade that’s being called “the gift that keeps giving.” Drawing insights from sources like 9to5Mac and 9meters, we explore what this next-generation earbud may bring to the table.