Airpods 4

The AirPods 4, unveiled on September 9, 2024, and released on September 20, 2024, represent a significant evolution in Apple’s entry‑level wireless earbud line . Powered by the Apple H2 chip, as found in AirPods Pro 2, they support Bluetooth 5.3, Voice Isolation for clearer voice calls, Hey Siri, Spatial Audio, and advanced connectivity across Apple devices .

These earbuds feature a refined open‑ear design with a shorter stem and streamlined contour, developed using 50+ million ear shape data points aimed at delivering superior all‑day comfort and stability—even during workouts . The stem includes a force sensor for in‑ear controls—pinch to play/pause, skip tracks, answer calls, or invoke Siri—and sensors for automatic ear detection and pause/play functionality .

The standard model delivers up to 5 hours playback per charge and up to 30 hours total with the USB‑C charging case; the ANC version offers about 4 hours per charge and 20 hours total, with the case supporting Qi, Apple Watch chargers, and including a built‑in speaker for Find My tracking . Both earbuds and case hold an IP54 rating for dust, sweat, and water resistance .

The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation bring ANC to Apple’s open-ear lineup for the first time—using upgraded microphones and Adaptive Audio to reduce environmental noise, blend between ANC and transparency modes, and enable Conversation Awareness, which lowers volume when you speak . While not as isolating as in-ear ANC systems like AirPods Pro 2, they perform admirably for their class .

At launch, both models support Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, enhancing immersive listening experiences on Apple devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, or watchOS 11 and later