AirPods with Built-in Cameras Spotted in macOS 26.7 RC Beta

In a recent pre-release build of macOS 26.7, a short clip has surfaced that appears to show AirPods with built-in cameras. The footage, which was captured by a user, reveals a person holding a book close to their face at a precise angle for the cameras, sparking speculation about the upcoming earbuds. The clip also features Siri's voiceover, explaining that users can ask the assistant to remember something they've seen, and it will save the information. Furthermore, Siri will be able to read the surrounding environment through the cameras, providing an accurate weather forecast based on what it sees. If the user's hair covers the earbuds, Siri will politely request them to move it. The firmware of the AirPods contains references to a codename, B790, which is reportedly the internal name for the camera-equipped AirPods. This suggests that Apple is indeed working on a new version of the AirPods with integrated cameras. The announcement of the new AirPods is expected to take place as early as September, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra. While there is no official confirmation from Apple, the presence of the cameras in the macOS 26.7 RC beta build has generated significant interest among tech enthusiasts and fans of the AirPods. 🎧 AirPods with built-in cameras spotted in macOS 26.7 RC beta 🔎 A short clip found in the pre-release build of macOS 26.7 shows someone holding a book close to their face at just the right angle for the cameras built into the upcoming AirPods. 🤪 Siri's voiceover explains that all you need to do is ask her to remember something you've seen, and she'll save it. The assistant will also be able to read the surrounding environment through the cameras — for instance, giving an accurate weather forecast based on what it sees. And if your hair covers the earbuds, Siri will politely ask you to move it. 📷 The firmware also contains references to a codename, B790 which is reportedly the internal name for the upcoming camera-equipped AirPods. 🔜 The announcement is expected as early as September, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra. @iPhone