Apple AirPods Gain Studio-Quality Audio and Camera Remote at WWDC 2025

Apple has announced new features for its AirPods lineup at WWDC 2025, enhancing audio recording capabilities and adding a convenient camera remote function. These upgrades aim to improve user experience across various applications, from content creation to communication.

According to the announcement at WWDC 2025, the AirPods will now support studio-quality audio recording. This enhancement ensures better sound quality for recordings made on the go or in noisy environments. The improvement is achieved through a combination of the H2 chip, beamforming microphones, and advanced computational audio processing.

The enhanced audio features will also significantly improve call quality. Users can expect more natural and clearer audio during iPhone, FaceTime calls, and other voice app interactions. This upgrade is particularly beneficial for professionals and content creators who rely on clear audio for their work.

The new features will be available on AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), and AirPods Pro 2 devices. This widespread availability ensures that many users can take advantage of these improvements.

In addition to audio enhancements, Apple is introducing a camera remote feature. By pressing and holding the AirPods stem, users can activate the camera on their connected device. This gesture can be customized to trigger either the native camera app or a third-party alternative, offering flexibility to users.

The camera remote can be set to capture photos or start video recordings, catering to different user preferences. This feature is particularly useful for TikTok content creators, providing a seamless way to start and stop recordings without touching their devices.

The introduction of these features signals Apple’s continued investment in improving the functionality and user experience of its AirPods. The camera remote functionality may also hint at future integrations with augmented reality (AR) technology.

The features are coming to AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), and AirPods Pro 2 devices.