Beats Announces New Full-Size Headphones with Teaser from Lamine Yamal

Beats, part of the Apple ecosystem, has unveiled a teaser for its new full-size headphones featuring 16-year-old footballer Lamine Yamal. The company frequently employs this format to promote new products, engaging sports and entertainment celebrities. Previous campaigns have included LeBron James and other prominent figures.

The new headphones stand out from the flagship Studio Pro model released in 2023. Notably, the headband design has been updated, metal elements have been added, and the folding mechanism has been revised. The device visually resembles earlier Beats models with glossy ear cup finishes, which may raise concerns among users who prefer matte surfaces.

It remains unclear whether the new model will succeed the Studio Pro or serve as a more affordable alternative. The current flagship supports the proprietary Beats chip, ensuring Android compatibility, but lacks Apple’s H-series chips. This allows the headphones to work with iCloud-enabled devices while maintaining flexibility for users on other platforms.

MacRumors analyst Aaron Perris discovered FCC documents for an Apple device labeled A3577, described as "Bluetooth headphones with a headband." Such registrations typically appear weeks or months before an official release. Details about the new product, including pricing and technical specifications, are expected to be revealed soon.