I know right? 2019 feels like a lifetime ago, which is probably why you forgot that Beats even had a Powerbeats Pro model. If you’ve been squeezing every last bit of life out of those old buds, hoping for an upgrade, your patience has finally paid off. Meet the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2, the long-overdue sequel to your workout companion.
What’s new? Well, let’s start with the headline feature—Heart Rate Monitoring. That’s right, your earbuds now judge your cardio game in real-time. Alongside this, you get Active Noise Cancellation (to block out gym grunters), Transparency Mode (so you don’t get hit by a cyclist), and Personalized Spatial Audio, which sounds fancy because it is.
The earhooks have been redesigned with a nickel-titanium alloy, making them 20% lighter and even more comfortable. They’re also sweat- and water-resistant, meaning they can survive a brutal workout—or an accidental encounter with your morning coffee. Battery life? A ridiculous 45 hours with the case, and if you’re in a rush, a quick five-minute charge gives you 90 minutes of playback. Perfect for when you forget to charge them before a run.
Available in Jet Black, Quick Sand, Hyper Purple, and Electric Orange, these fitness-focused powerhouses will set you back US$249.99. So, if your old pair is hanging on by a thread (applaud you for holding to it for that long!), it might be time to upgrade. Your ears (and your workouts) will thank you (maybe?)
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