Updated
Updated · eCoustics · Aug 20
Beats 360 Leak Pegs New Headphones at $299 as IPX4 Workout Design Emerges
Updated
Updated · eCoustics · Aug 20

Beats 360 Leak Pegs New Headphones at $299 as IPX4 Workout Design Emerges

3 articles · Updated · eCoustics · Aug 20

Summary

  • $299 retail listings briefly posted and then removed on Amazon UK and other sites point to an unannounced Beats 360 over-ear model aimed at gym use as well as travel and office listening.
  • IPX4 sweat and water resistance and replaceable ear and headband cushions are the standout leaked features, suggesting Beats is targeting users who want full-size headphones for workouts without ruining premium pads.
  • Removed product pages also described adaptive ANC with up to 1.75 times more noise cancellation than Beats Studio Pro, plus Transparency mode, Personalized Spatial Audio, beamforming mics and fold-flat storage.
  • Black, Pink, Sky and Cloud color options appeared in listings, while battery life was described only as "all day" and packaging reportedly omitted a USB-C charging cable.
  • At $299, Beats 360 would undercut Beats Studio Pro at $349.99 and sit well below rivals from Bose, Sony and Apple, potentially carving out a niche in premium over-ear fitness headphones.

Insights

Could the leaked $299 Beats 360 finally solve the biggest problem with wearing premium over-ear headphones to the gym?
Why would Beats intentionally exclude Apple's powerful H2 audio chip from a headset mimicking the expensive AirPods Max design?