Apple Aims to Make Major Improvements to AirPods Bloomberg reported that Apple is working on an updated version of the wireless headphones that will be released this year. According to the report, People familiar with the situation said the tech giant is considering making the model water-resistant to splashes or rain. The company also confirmed it would release a new AirPods case that wirelessly charges the ear pieces. Apple will most importantly replace the wireless chip in the products to improve Bluetooth connections.