Overview
- Sales are live now in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Singapore through Apple’s stores, with shipments slated to begin January 8.
- Purchases are capped at two per customer, and Apple may use the standard model for repairs or replacements if the special edition is out of stock.
- The edition matches the regular earbuds in hardware, features, performance, and price, differing only by a horse engraving and themed packaging.
- Apple is selling a coordinating Lunar New Year accessory collection, including iPhone cases, power banks, AirTag covers, organizers, and travel chargers.
- The drop extends Apple’s yearly zodiac-themed releases, built this time on the AirPods Pro 3 introduced in 5 with stronger noise cancellation, improved sound, an updated fit, and heart-rate sensing.