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Noble Audio launches $699 FoKus Apollo Pro headset with premium materials

Noble Audio is releasing a "limited-run" Pro version of its FoKus Apollo headset, priced at $699. The new model retains the hybrid driver technology of the original but features updated acoustic tuning and upgraded premium materials for enhanced comfort and sound clarity. However, it does not include upgrades to active noise cancellation or new features like wear detection or spatial audio support, utilizing the same Qualcomm chipset as the previous iteration. AI

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RANK_REASON Product launch for an audio accessory, not a core AI technology.

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Noble Audio launches $699 FoKus Apollo Pro headset with premium materials

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Anna Washenko) ·

    Noble Audio to launch FoKus Apollo Pro headset for $699

    An extra $50 will get you even nicer materials on the already high-end headphones.