Apple has officially unveiled the long-awaited Powerbeats Pro 2, marking a significant upgrade to its popular fitness-focused earbuds. Arriving nearly six years after the original model, the latest iteration refines the design while introducing notable improvements in sound quality, battery life, and health tracking.
Designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, the Powerbeats Pro 2 retain the signature ear hook for a secure fit during workouts. The earbuds are now 20% lighter, with strengthened nickel alloy hooks for durability. One of the most anticipated additions is built-in heart rate monitoring, utilizing LED optical sensors to track real-time data during exercise. This feature integrates with Apple’s Health app and several major fitness platforms, though some popular apps remain unsupported at launch.
Apple has also introduced significant audio enhancements. The Powerbeats Pro 2 now feature Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Adaptive EQ for personalized sound tuning, and improved noise cancellation, matching the technology found in the AirPods Pro 2. Battery performance has seen a major boost as well—while the earbuds themselves offer a modest increase to 10 hours of playback, the redesigned charging case extends total battery life from 24 to an impressive 45 hours.
The new model transitions from Apple’s W2 chip to the more advanced H2, enhancing connectivity and efficiency. Additionally, Apple has eliminated the Lightning port, replacing it with USB-C, and added wireless charging for more convenience. With an IPX4 rating, the earbuds maintain the same sweat and water resistance as AirPods, ensuring durability for workouts.
Priced at $250, the Powerbeats Pro 2 are available online starting today and will hit stores on February 13. Apple is backing the launch with a high-profile marketing push, featuring endorsements from sports icons like LeBron James, Lionel Messi, and Shohei Ohtani.
