Apple developing smaller AirPods Pro, revamped entry-level model

Apple has internally discussed launching the new low-end AirPods during the first half of next year. — David Paul Morris/Bloomberg

Apple Inc is planning updates to its AirPods earbuds next year, seeking to capitalise on the success of a product that has become an important source of growth.

The Cupertino, California-based technology giant is working on two new models: third-generation entry-level AirPods and the second version of the AirPods Pro earbuds, according to people familiar with the plans.