Apple to Refresh AirPods Lineup in 2024 with Budget-Friendly 'AirPods Lite'

The new models, including a budget version expected under $100, aim to counteract a forecasted 4% decline in shipments.

Apple is planning to launch new AirPods models in 2024, including a budget-friendly version named AirPods Lite, expected to be priced under $100.
The AirPods Lite, alongside a mid-tier model and an updated AirPods Max, are anticipated for release in the second half of 2024, with the AirPods Lite possibly debuting in Q4.
Analysts predict the new AirPods models will feature a redesigned charging case with a USB-C port, and the mid-tier model may include active noise cancellation.
The AirPods Lite is expected to be manufactured in India by a Foxconn subsidiary, aligning with Apple's strategy to diversify its production.
Market analysts forecast a 4% decline in AirPods shipments in 2024, but Apple aims to counteract this with the introduction of the more affordable AirPods Lite.