Supply chain analyst Jeff Pu says the tech giant Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is reportedly preparing to unveil new, more affordable AirPods and an updated AirPods Max version later in 2024.
What Happened: According to a MacRumors report on Monday, Pu, a well-known analyst who tracks companies within the Apple supply chain, shared in a research note with Haitong International Securities that a Foxconn subsidiary is set to be one of the suppliers of the affordable AirPods. Foxconn is projected to boost its AirPods production in an Indian factory during Q4 2024.
Recently, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman revealed that Apple plans to roll out two fourth-generation AirPods models in September or October, including entry-level and mid-tier models. These models are said to feature a fresh design, improved sound quality, and an upgraded USB-C charging case. The mid-tier ...