Apple WWDC 2024: Apple brings new head gesture, voice isolation and more to AirPods

Apple is improving the way users interact and communicate with AirPods. During the WWDC 2024 keynote, the company announced new head gestures for AirPods that will change the way users interact with Siri, take hands-free calls or engage in games when using AirPods.
Apple AirPods update brings head gestures
Apple AirPods update brings a new seamless hands-free experience that lets AirPods Pro users interact with Siri with a simple head nod yes or shake no gestures.During the keynote, Apple showcased that a user can simply reject a call with a simple shake when wearing AirPods Pro. Similarly, a nod accepts the call.
AirPods Pro Voice Isolation
AirPods Pro update also includes a new Voice Isolation that aims to offer users clearer call quality even in noisy environments. Apart from this, Apple has also introduced a new algorithm to offer reduced audio latency while gaming.
A new Personalised Spatial Audio has also made its way to the AirPods Pro and the first game – NFS Mobile – with Personalised Spatial Audio support will be available later this year.
Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking will be available for gaming across AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max.
When using AirPods Pro, gamers will now have reduced audio latency. Also, AirPods Pro users can also enjoy improved voice quality, including 16-bit, 48kHz audio, when chatting with teammates and other players. To make it easier to implement the most immersive listening experience for games with advanced sound design, a developer API is now available.
Beta availability
AirPods developer beta is now available for Apple Developer Program members starting today. Also, the new features will be available this fall as a free firmware update. Siri Interactions, Voice Isolation, and improved voice quality will be available with AirPods Pro (2nd generation).