Apple Unveils Powerbeats Pro 2 with Heart Rate Monitoring and Enhanced Features
Source: thehindu.com Apple Expands Health Tech with Powerbeats Pro 2 Apple officially introduced the Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds, nearly six years after the original model was launched. Retaining the signature ear hook design, the new version enhances sound quality, extends battery life, and includes a wireless charging case. A standout feature of the latest Powerbeats is the addition of built-in heart rate monitoring, marking another step in Apple’s growing focus on health technology. The feature activates during workouts, providing real-time heart rate data using LED optical sensors. The health tracking capability is compatible with Apple’s Health app and several top fitness platforms, including Open, Peloton, Runna, Slopes, Ladder, Nike Run Club, and YaoYao. However, a notable absence from this list is Strava, one of the most widely used running apps. The Powerbeats Pro 2 joins Apple’s expanding health ecosystem, primarily driven by the Apple Watch, which offers ECG readings...