Leaked video shows Apple AirPods with built-in cameras in macOS demo

Apple’s upcoming camera-enabled AirPods appear in a short video extracted from the latest macOS beta, where a user displays a book cover for the device’s Visual Intelligence to process. Siri narrates the capability, prompting users to ask the system to store appealing content. The earbuds look like a bulkier version of AirPods Pro 3, featuring extended stems that could house the cameras, aligning with prior speculation about LED indicators for data transmission.

While the cameras are intended for low-resolution visual input rather than traditional photo or video capture, their discreet form raises privacy questions similar to those faced by other smart-glass products. The demo suggests the AirPods may launch alongside an upgraded Siri expected later in the year, potentially alongside new iPhone models.