What you should know
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- The Beats Solo 4 headphones are set to be released, featuring a slightly revised design and available in Matte Black, Slate Blue, and Cloud Pink colorways.
- Despite not adding active noise cancellation, the Beats Solo 4 will include features like spatial audio and dynamic head tracking, aiming to offer great value for money at a $200 US price point.
- Significant improvements over the Beats Solo 3 include a 50-hour battery life, exceptional clarity, rebalanced acoustics, and the ability to deliver lossless hi-res audio via a 3.5mm jack and USB Type-C support.
- The Beats Solo 4 will be heavier by 7 grams compared to their predecessor, but this is not expected to significantly impact user comfort.
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Full Story
Oh, the buzz in the tech world right now? It’s all about Apple‘s next move. They’re supposedly on the brink of dropping some fresh wireless headphones. But, hold your horses, we’re not chatting about the AirPods Max sequel just yet. Nope, it’s the Beats Solo 3 getting a facelift. And from what’s been floating around the rumor mill these past few months, it looks like the Beats Solo 4 are about to step into the spotlight.
A new report? It’s spilled the beans. The Beats Solo 4 are practically shouting from the rooftops, “We’re here!” with their snazzy, slightly tweaked design. We’ve caught glimpses of them in Matte Black, Slate Blue, and Cloud Pink. It’s like a rainbow of coolness. And the cherry on top? Roland Quandt from WinFuture, who’s pretty much never wrong, has laid out all the juicy details.
But here’s a bit of a bummer. Despite the hype, it seems active noise cancellation isn’t making the cut this year. Guess that’s the trade-off for keeping them at the sweet spot of $200 in the US. Across the pond, Europeans will need to shell out about €230. And if the grapevine’s got it right, these babies could be hitting shelves globally real soon.
Now, let’s talk features. With some tricks borrowed from their fancier cousins, the AirPods Max and Beats Studio Pro, the Solo 4 are eyeing the throne for best value in 2024. Imagine this: spatial audio, dynamic head tracking, and a whopping 50-hour battery life. Plus, they’re promising a sound quality that’ll blow your socks off. “Exceptional clarity” and “rebalanced acoustics” are the buzzwords Apple’s throwing around.
And for those who appreciate the classics, yes, there’s a 3.5mm jack for lossless hi-res audio. Plus, they’ve packed in USB Type-C support because, well, it’s 2023, and that’s what we do now. A tiny weight gain of 7 grams over the Solo 3 is mentioned, but that’s hardly a dealbreaker.
Pairing? Seamless. Whether you’re team iPhone or Android, these headphones won’t discriminate.
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Switching gears a bit, let’s talk about Adrian. This guy’s been knee-deep in mobile tech since the days when the Nokia 3310 was the king of the hill. He’s lent his expertise to the likes of Android Authority and Digital Trends before finding a home at PhoneArena in 2018. Android’s diversity is his playground, yet he’s got a soft spot for all tech corners. Juggling parenthood and tech journalism, Adrian somehow finds time for running and movies. And his smartphone collection? It’s as varied as his interests, saved from financial ruin by his knack for spotting the ‘adequately priced’ gems in a sea of overpriced tech.
