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Apple's BeatsX earphones officially delayed until February

6 years ago

Apple's BeatsX earphones officially delayed until February

Though Apple's AirPods will get into the hands of some consumers just days before Christmas, those waiting for the BeatsX earphones will have to wait until 2017, as the company's website has been updated with a February shipping window.

By AppleInsider Staff | 6 years ago

Apple AirPods now available to purchase, deliver Dec. 21

6 years ago

Apple AirPods now available to purchase, deliver Dec. 21

After a series of delays, Apple's long-awaited AirPods are now available to purchase from the company's online store, with the first deliveries scheduled to arrive just days before Christmas.

By AppleInsider Staff | 6 years ago

More reports suggest Apple's AirPods will see pre-Christmas release

6 years ago

More reports suggest Apple's AirPods will see pre-Christmas release

According to some Apple Retail sources, Apple's AirPods may show up for sale in the next couple of days, but nearly immediately go on back-order, because of limited product availability.

By Mike Wuerthele | 6 years ago

Apple retailer claims 2-3 month delay for W1-equipped BeatsX

6 years ago

Apple retailer claims 2-3 month delay for W1-equipped BeatsX

Apple's AirPods aren't the only W1 wireless chip product having problems — a customer who pre-ordered the the BeatsX In-Ear Headphones has been informed that there will be at least a 2-3 month delay on shipping.

By Mike Wuerthele | 6 years ago

Apple having trouble syncing audio between wireless AirPods - report

6 years ago

Apple having trouble syncing audio between wireless AirPods - report

Continued delays for Apple's completely wireless AirPods headphones are reportedly related to troubles in syncing audio between the two separate earpieces, according to a new report.

By Neil Hughes | 6 years ago

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Review: Powerbeats3 with Apple W1 chip are the most reliable Bluetooth headphones we've ever used

6 years ago

Review: Powerbeats3 with Apple W1 chip are the most reliable Bluetooth headphones we've ever used

Bluetooth audio —?especially when exercising —?has always been "good enough,"has always been "good enough," but never great. Apple's W1 chip in its latest headphones lineup changes that, and the proprietary wireless technology steals the show in its new sports-focused Powerbeats3 headphones.

By Neil Hughes | 6 years ago

Tim Cook tells iPhone 7 customer to expect AirPods in the 'next few weeks'

6 years ago

Tim Cook tells iPhone 7 customer to expect AirPods in the 'next few weeks'

Responding to a customer's email, Apple CEO Tim Cook noted that the long-awaited AirPods are "finalizing" and expected to ship in the "next few weeks," in time for the holiday season.

By Mike Wuerthele | 6 years ago

B&H claims Apple's BeatsX earbuds will go on sale Dec. 16

6 years ago

B&H claims Apple's BeatsX earbuds will go on sale Dec. 16

Apple will finally launch its BeatsX earbuds — equipped with the company's proprietary W1 wireless chip — on Dec. 16, according to retailer B&H.

By Roger Fingas | 6 years ago

French retailer claims Nov. 30 shipping ship date for Apple AirPods

6 years ago

French retailer claims Nov. 30 shipping ship date for Apple AirPods

A French reseller has started pre-orders of the Apple wireless AirPods, and is telling customers that the highly sought-after device will ship on Nov. 30.

By Mike Wuerthele | 6 years ago