Beats and Nike have joined forces for the very first time in a hardware collaboration with the launch of Powerbeats Pro 2 – Nike Special Edition. This groundbreaking release marks a historic moment for Beats, as the iconic earbuds now feature the Nike Swoosh on the right bud alongside the signature Beats “b” on the left—merging two legendary brands in one high-performance package.
A Bold New Look for Elite Audio
The limited-edition Powerbeats Pro 2 showcases Nike’s high-energy “Volt” colour palette, paired with a striking matte black, Volt-speckled charging case. Inside the lid, the “JUST DO IT” mantra greets users, reinforcing Nike’s ethos of relentless drive and motivation. But while the design is eye-catching, the performance remains at the forefront:
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Pro-Level Sound: Adaptive Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) and Transparency mode.
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Biometric Integration: Built-in Heart Rate Monitoring seamlessly connects with the Apple Fitness app and Nike Run Club.
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Athlete Endurance: Up to 45 hours of battery life with the charging case and IPX4-rated sweat and water resistance.
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Secure Fit: Wrap-around earhooks engineered to stay in place during intense workouts or casual wear.
Chris Thorne, CMO of Beats, explained: “This isn’t just a new colourway; it’s a collision of two brands that define performance, culture, and sports—the attributes of today’s athlete. By placing the Swoosh on our hardware for the first time, we’re honouring the shared DNA of Beats and Nike—and celebrating ambassadors like LeBron James who embody both.”
LeBron James Stars in Launch Campaign
To celebrate the collaboration, Beats enlisted LeBron James for a humorous campaign titled “Keep Your Head in the Game.” The spot sees James taking on golf with less-than-perfect skills, tuning out the critics with the Powerbeats Pro 2, and embracing the game on his own terms. Critics are played by professional golfer Tom Kim and actors Lionel Boyce and Travis “Taco” Bennett.
LeBron James said: “When two iconic brands like Beats and Nike come together, it’s more than a collaboration—for me, it’s family. The Powerbeats Pro 2 represent everything I need in my daily routine, whether I’m training, recovering, or just living life.”
Availability and Pricing
The Powerbeats Pro 2 – Nike Special Edition launches on Friday, March 20, 2026, priced at £249.99 GBP. They will be available through Apple.com in multiple countries, including the UK, US, China, Japan, Germany, Canada, Australia, Singapore, France, Spain, India, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Hong Kong.
Select Apple Store locations and Nike.com will also stock the earbuds. Notable stores include:
London: Covent Garden, Regent Street, Brent Cross, Brompton Road, Battersea, Stratford City, White City
New York: SoHo, Fifth Avenue, World Trade Center, Grand Central, Downtown Brooklyn, Williamsburg, West 14th Street, Upper West Side, Upper East Side
Los Angeles: The Grove, Beverly Center, Tower Theatre, Third Street Promenade, Century City, Manhattan Village
Singapore: Marina Bay Sands, Orchard Road, Jewel Changi Airport
Shanghai: Shanghai iapm
