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Apple AirPods Release Date Update, Specs [VIDEO]: Apple’s Wireless Earplugs Delayed, But Still Ready For Shipment Within 2016?

Jai Sabharwal
First Posted: Nov 05, 2016 05:10 AM EDT

Apple AirPods brought in a number of perceptions from the people. Some loved them, others find them overly hyped. Moreover, now they have been delayed. But, reports say that people will still be able to get them within 2016.

Apple revealed about the AirPods release date and specs at its September 2016 event. And, a certain class of Apple fanatics admired them for their elegance - most specifically the ones who were looking forward to buy the iPhone 7 or 7 Plus. But, despite its reveal at the event, Apple has not yet shipped the accessory to its customers.

Apple AirPods, about which Tim Cook claims are not going to fall off the ears while dancing, will be ready for shipment by the end of 2016, and not January 2017.

No Official Apple AirPods Release Date Update Yet?

 A report coming from AppleInsider suggests that the Cupertino will launch their wireless earplugs before the end of 2016. The report also stated that there is no internal delay within the company regarding the shipment of the Apple AirPods release. The company also assures that there is no chance that the device will get delayed to 2017.

But, we still have no update on the exact AirPods release date. It was to be shipped by the end of October 2016, but got delayed. Apple said, "We don't believe in shipping a product before it's ready, and we need a little more time before AirPods are ready for our customers."

Another rumor from Apple's supply chain firm in China suggested that AirPods are not be expected before January 2017. This predicts that Apple might be facing issues with its upcoming wireless earplugs. Apple AirPods are expected to cost around $159 with a battery backup of 5 hours on single charge. Some retail stores have demo AirPods for the consumers and this hints that the accessory might be available within the year 2016 only.

We could expect the Apple Airpods to get rolled out before the holiday shopping season as this could be a gifting choice for some. Stay tuned to SWR for more updates and latest news on Apple AirPods release date, specs and price details.

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