Powerbeats Pro Launch Postponed Until July in Many CountriesApple-owned Beats has delayed the launch of its
totally wireless Powerbeats Pro headphones in select European and Asian countries.
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Powerbeats Pro orders will now begin in July in Austria, Brazil, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, the Netherlands, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, and Taiwan, according to
fine print on the Beats website. The headphones were initially slated to launch in June in these regions.
As in other countries, the headphones will only be available in black at launch. Ivory, moss, and navy colors will be released later this year.
<!---->Powerbeats Pro<!----> first launched in the United States and Canada
in early May, followed by the
United Kingdom, France, Germany, Australia, and China. Shipments are already considerably backlogged, with orders placed today on Apple.com estimated for delivery between June 28 and July 8 in the United States.
<!---->Powerbeats Pro<!----> are Apple's first totally wireless Beats earphones, equipped with the same H1 chip as the second-generation
AirPods for hands-free "Hey
Siri" and faster connection speeds between the iPhone,
Apple Watch, and other devices.
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Like the Powerbeats3, the <!---->Powerbeats Pro<!----> feature adjustable, secure-fit ear hooks and earbud tips with four size options. They're essentially sportier <!---->AirPods<!---->, complete with a durable design and sweat resistance. They'll last up to nine hours per charge, with more battery life via an included charging case.
<!---->Powerbeats Pro<!----> are priced at $249.95 in the United States and at €249.95 in most European countries, including Italy and Spain.
The postponed launch in Japan was first reported by Japanese blog
Mac Otakara.
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