Apple launches AirPods Pro at $249

The Apple Inc. logo is seen hanging at the entrance to the Apple store on 5th Avenue in Manhattan, New York, U.S., October 16, 2019. REUTERS/Mike Segar - Copyright MIKE SEGAR(Reuters)

By Reuters

Published on 28/10/2019 - 18:34 GMT+1

(Reuters) - Apple Inc <AAPL.O> on Monday launched Apple AirPods Pro, an upgraded version of its premium wireless earphones with noise cancellation feature.

Priced at $249 (193.8 pounds), the earphones will start shipping on Oct. 30, Apple said, adding that the new AirPods are also sweat and water resistant.

The company is doubling down on its wearables and services units to boost revenue as it faced slowing iPhone sales in recent quarters.

(Reporting by Amal S in Bengaluru; Editing by Anil D'Silva)