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The Beats brand has stood for first-class sound and stylish design for years. With the new Beats Pill 2024, Apple is continuing this tradition and bringing a Bluetooth speaker onto the market that not only impresses with its sound quality, but also with its numerous new functions. Below you will find out everything you need to know about the Beats Pill 2024, from the technical data to the new features that will take your listening experience to the next level.
Apple is gearing up to launch its second Beats Pill product since acquiring the audio brand nearly a decade ago. After being acquired by Apple in 2014, Beats introduced the Beats Pill+, which sold from 2015 to 2020. It was discontinued with no replacement in sight, but the upcoming Beats Pill is popping up everywhere from celebrities to government listings. The sight of the unreleased Beats Pill is an effective teaser, but it doesn't tell us what's different this time around, aside from what appears to be an integrated lanyard for carrying around. However, 9to5Mac has learned through sources experiencewhat features and specifications will accompany the new Beats Pill Bluetooth speaker when it officially launches.
design and sound quality
First and foremost, the new Beats Pill is a portable Bluetooth speaker. While we haven't heard what the unannounced and unreleased product sounds like, at least on paper, the 2024 Beats Pill is a sonically upgrade over the 2015 Beats Pill+.
- Improved volume and bass: The 2024 Beats Pill will sound louder, have stronger bass, and exhibit better tonality. The redesigned Racetrack woofer drives 28 % more motor power, displacing 90 % more air volume, while reducing low-end distortion.
- High-quality tweeters: The redesigned tweeter has its own secured housing for greater stability, crisp highs and rich mid-tones.
- Optimal alignment: The speaker can also be tilted upwards by 20 degrees so that the sound goes directly to your ears and away from objects that are in the way.
New features
While good sound is key to good Bluetooth speakers, features and compatibility are just as important to creating outstanding products. The Beats Pill 2024 offers a number of tricks and advantages over the discontinued Beats Pill+.
- Longer battery life: The new Beats Pill doubles the battery life from up to 12 hours to up to 24 hours.
- IP67 certification: The IP67 certification makes the speaker dust and waterproof, which was not the case with previous models.
- Compatibility: The Bluetooth speaker is compatible with both iOS and Android and can be paired with compatible devices with just one touch of a button.
- Find My Function: The 2024 Beats Pill is also compatible with Apple Find My and Google Find My Device to track down lost devices.
Specifications of the 2024 Beats Pill
As expected, the new Beats Pill includes a number of hardware upgrades that improve the overall specs compared to the Beats Pill+:
- USB-C port: The USB-A charging port and Lightning charging function are replaced by a USB-C charging port and charging function.
- Accessories: A USB-C to USB-C cable is included, which enables both charging and wired audio transmission between USB-C devices.
- Carrying strap: The new carrying strap is included in the packaging and can be removed.
- Bluetooth 5.3: Bluetooth 4.0 has been upgraded to Bluetooth 5.3.
- Weight and dimensions: The new Beats Pill hardware is slightly lighter at 680 grams (1.5 pounds) compared to 748.5 grams (1.65 pounds). The lighter weight comes despite a slightly larger chassis, which now measures 8.6" x 2.8" x 2.8" compared to 8" x 2.5" x 2.25" previously.
The device has controls such as the center button for music and calls, the volume up and down buttons, and a system button for pairing, activating a paired voice assistant, and powering on and off.
Colors and availability
While the Beats Pill+ was originally sold in black or white, with red later added, the new Beats Pill will be available in three colors: black, gold, and red. Now we just need to know the pricing and launch date. The old Beats Pill+ retailed for around $250. Beats has already been teasing new headphone hardware. Based on that, the number of celebrity endorsements, and the FCC filings, the new Beats Pill should be available in time for summer.
Beats Pill 2024: New standards for Bluetooth speakers
The Beats Pill 2024 brings a breath of fresh air to the world of Bluetooth speakers. With improved sound functions, a longer battery life and new, practical features such as IP67 certification and Find My compatibility, it sets new standards. Whether you are a die-hard Apple fan or just looking for a high-quality Bluetooth speaker - the Beats Pill 2024 could be just the thing for you. Stay tuned for further updates on price and availability and get ready for an impressive sound experience. (Photo by Unsplash / Rubaitul Azad)
