When Apple launched its barely up to date AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C) earlier this yr, it did not supply the USB-C charging case as a separate accent. While the earlier AirPods Pro 2 buds — the ones that shipped with the Lightning case — cost in the new case, you had been required to have bought the USB-C AirPods Pro 2 to get a alternative case for them. But Apple has now lifted that restriction and is promoting the USB-C charging case for the AirPods Pro 2 to anybody who needs to purchase one. It prices $99.
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I supposed some people who’ve purchased certainly one of the new iPhone 15 fashions with USB-C charging would possibly need to get a USB-C charging case for his or her AirPod Pro 2 as a result of they solely need to carry round one cable to cost each their iPhone 15 and AirPods Pro 2. Or perhaps you merely misplaced your Lighting-equipped case and figured you would possibly as properly shift to USB-C charging.
It’s price noting that the new USB-C charging case has an IP54 ranking, which suggests it is dust-resistant and splashproof. The Lightning model of the case would not have a water- or dust-resistance ranking.
Alas, whereas you should purchase the upgraded AirPods Pro 2 charging case proper now, transport dates have slipped to Dec. 26-Dec. twenty ninth, so it will not make it in time for Christmas. But a minimum of you may have it earlier than New Year’s Day.
Read our full evaluation of AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C).