It seems that USB-C charging is the star of Apple’s “Wonderlust” event.

Like the newiPhone 15, the AirPods Pro is ditching Apple’s Lightning connector for an industry-standard USB-C port.

Going forward, the second-gen AirPods Pro will include a USB-C charging case.

iPhone 16e with iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro in hand against grey wall.

Apple is transitioning to USB-C to comply with upcoming EU regulations.

This mandate goes into effect at the end of 2024.

Similarly “uninspired” USB-C upgrades will surely come to the AirPods and AirPods Max next year.

Person wearing the Apple Watch Series 10

That said, Apple announced some new features and improvements for AirPods Pro.

Apple revealed the USB-C AirPods Pro charging case during its “Wonderlust” event on September 12th, 2023.

It also revealed theiPhone 15and 15 Pro lineups, plus theApple Watch Series 9and an upgradedApple Watch Ultra.

Apple AirPods Pro charging via USB-C cable

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The price of AirPods Pro remains unchanged at $250 MSRP.

Apple hasn’t clarified if it will sell the USB-C charging case as a standalone item.