Electronics & Gadgets

AirPods Revenue Hits $18 Billion, More Than Nintendo’s Annual Sales

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Apple AirPods Pro

Apple’s AirPods have become a juggernaut in the tech world, generating over $18 billion in annual sales since 2021.

This figure surpasses the total net sales of companies like Nintendo, Spotify, and Airbnb, highlighting the growing importance of the wireless earbuds in Apple’s product lineup.

The Growing Popularity of AirPods

AirPods’ success can be attributed to their price point and the high attachment rate among iPhone users.

Approximately 40% of iPhone owners used AirPods in 2022, and this proportion is expected to rise to 60% by 2030.

With over 1.5 billion active iPhones globally, this translates to a massive user base for AirPods.

AirPods’ Role in Apple’s Product Lineup

Bloomberg predicts that AirPods will soon outsell iPads, becoming Apple’s third most profitable product after the iPhone and Mac.

This is driven by both the affordability of AirPods compared to other Apple devices and the increasing demand for wireless earbuds.

Challenges and Future Plans

Despite their success, AirPods face challenges like frequent loss and damage, with customers spending over half a billion dollars annually replacing them.

Apple continues to innovate with new models, including the fourth-generation AirPods and upcoming third-generation AirPods Pro, which are expected to feature improved design and health-related functionalities.

Written by
Sazid Kabir

I've loved music and writing all my life. That's why I started this blog. In my spare time, I make music and run this blog for fellow music fans.

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