Beats Black Friday 2026: Headphones, Earbuds and the Pill Speaker
A guide to Beats for Black Friday 2026: Studio Pro and Solo headphones, Powerbeats Pro and other earbuds, the Pill speaker, and listing checks.
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Beats sells over-ear and on-ear headphones, earbuds and one portable speaker, the Pill. For Black Friday 2026, decide which of those you want first, then match the exact model name in each listing, because Beats reuses names across generations. The pages below cover each line.
An Apple-owned audio brand
Beats was founded in 2006 in Santa Monica, California, and is now based in Culver City. Apple agreed to buy the company in 2014, and the deal closed that August. Beats still sells under its own name, and recent models use Apple chips and pair quickly with an iPhone.
That Apple link does not shut Android owners out. Recent Beats products also work with Android phones through the Beats app, though some features behave differently there. Each product page below notes where that matters.
How the range splits
| Line | Current models to know | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Over-ear headphones | Studio Pro (2023) | Long listening, noise cancelling |
| On-ear headphones | Solo 4 (2024) | Light, folding, long battery |
| Workout earbuds | Powerbeats Pro 2 (2025) | Ear hook fit for exercise |
| Speaker | Pill (2024) | Outdoor and travel listening |
Generations matter most with the Powerbeats Pro and the Pill. The Powerbeats Pro 2 arrived in February 2025 with heart rate monitoring, while the original dates from 2019. The 2024 Pill replaced the older Pill+.
Pick a product
- Beats headphones: over-ear, on-ear or earbuds, and how each style suits the way you listen.
- Powerbeats Pro: what changed between the original and the Powerbeats Pro 2, from the ear hooks to the case.
- Beats Studio Pro: the noise cancelling over-ear model and how it differs from the Solo 4.
- Beats Pill: the 2024 speaker against the older Pill+, with water resistance and USB-C explained.
Before you compare listings
Beats is a frequent target for counterfeits, so the details in a listing count. Look for the full model name and generation in the title, photos of the actual box, and the included cable. A USB-C cable points to a recent model; a Lightning cable points to an older one.
Read the condition line closely. New and sealed, open box and refurbished are different things, and warranty cover can depend on who sold the item. Choose sellers with clear feedback and a stated returns policy.
Frequently asked questions
Is Beats owned by Apple?
Yes. Apple agreed to buy Beats in 2014 and the deal closed in August that year. Beats is still sold as its own brand.
Which Beats speaker is current?
The Beats Pill returned in June 2024 with USB-C charging, an IP67 rating and a rated 24 hours of battery. The older Pill+ used a Lightning port.