What to Expect From Apple's Powerbeats Pro 2 Next Year

A few months ago, Apple shared a short teaser video in which it revealed that it will be releasing new Powerbeats Pro 2 next year. The video showed MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani wearing the upcoming version of the earbuds, which appear to have some slight design changes compared to the original Powerbeats Pro from 2019.

Powerbeats Pro 2 Teaser FeatureMLB player Shohei Ohtani wearing the Powerbeats Pro 2

As a refresher, Powerbeats Pro are a sportier, fitness-focused alternative to AirPods Pro with built-in, adjustable ear hooks for a secure fit.

Below, we recap what to expect from the Powerbeats Pro 2 based on known info and leaks:

  • A more vertical, slimmer design compared to the original Powerbeats Pro
  • Heart rate monitoring during workouts
  • Active Noise Cancellation for the first time
  • Spatial Audio and Adaptive Audio support
  • Orange, purple, black, and beige color options

Based on iOS 18 code findings, we previously reported that you will be able to connect the Powerbeats Pro 2 to gym equipment like a treadmill to measure heart rate, and the data would be visible in the Health app on the iPhone. This capability might be limited to workouts. Heart rate monitoring has also been rumored for the AirPods Pro in the past, so perhaps the feature will extend to the AirPods Pro 3 rumored to launch next year.

Based on other recent Beats headphones, other potential upgrades for the Powerbeats Pro 2 include improved sound quality, longer battery life, and improved cross-platform compatibility with Android features like Find My Device. Plus, the Powerbeats Pro 2 charging case will almost certainly have a USB-C port instead of a Lightning port.

Apple did not reveal a specific release date in 2025 for the Powerbeats Pro 2. It discontinued the original Powerbeats Pro last month.

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Top Rated Comments

bobnugget Avatar
24 weeks ago
The main features I’m hoping for are:
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* Ability to charge by just placing the headphones in the case and closing it, not having to adjust one every time and then reopen the case as it touched the hook, causing the bud to move off the charging contacts.
* Ability to take both buds out of the case and have them connect to the same device more often than having one bud connect.
* Hearing aid mode like the AirPods Pro would be neat!
Score: 10 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Gengar Avatar
24 weeks ago
Will be getting the black ones whenever they drop.

Would also loved if they came with a more pocketable case -- the original models have a bulky case that you have to put in a bag or backpack, plus the charging contacts inside the case were finicky.
Score: 6 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Radeon85 Avatar
24 weeks ago
I really hope the charging case is improved, because the case on the Powerbeats Pro is absolutely crap. So many times I have had one ear bud not charge because it wasn't placed quite right or dislodged ever so slightly from the contacts when the case was closed, terrible charging design.

Battery life and sound quality I've always been happy with, so active noise cancellation, more reliable charging and USB-C is all I really want.
Score: 6 Votes (Like | Disagree)
jforsander Avatar
24 weeks ago
What was the point of this post? As far as I can tell, there’s no new information being reported here.

In any case, I can’t wait for the Powerbeats Pro 2 to be released.
Score: 3 Votes (Like | Disagree)
steve09090 Avatar
24 weeks ago

Maybe a new design? They look as if they were cheap hearing aids from radio shack...
Do you have a design suggestion for in-ear buds that don’t fall out? I love the hook because the AirPods don’t fit my ear.
Score: 3 Votes (Like | Disagree)
F23 Avatar
24 weeks ago
EVERY beats product I've owned in the past decade has ripped, torn, or broken. never buying again.
Score: 3 Votes (Like | Disagree)