Apple originally shook up the personal audio market in 2016 with the debut of the first-generation AirPods, helping establish true wireless earbuds as a mainstream consumer tech staple.
A recent retrospective looks at the evolution of that pricing trajectory, comparing the original cost of AirPods in 2016 against valuations and projections looking ahead to 2026.
Over the past decade, the AirPods portfolio has broadened from a single standalone pair into an entire lineup spanning entry-level options to premium over-ear models, shaped by shifting hardware technology and market dynamics.
For the complete price breakdown and historical comparison, check out the full report on Engadget.
