Apple AirPods 4 deliver cleaner, more comfortable audio for calls, music, and podcasts than their predecessors. Apple redesigned the earbuds with a smoother contour and a shorter stem to help keep them in place without digging in. The included pocket-sized USB-C charging case makes them easy to store in a jacket or bag. Plus, Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking makes compatible TV shows, movies, and video games feel wrapped around you, offering a more immersive experience than standard stereo.
Excellent earbuds from Apple that sound great no matter the music
These earbuds deliver balanced, clean sound thanks to the H2 chip, an Apple-developed component that provides clearer audio and smarter processing. The custom driver and high-dynamic-range amplifier work together to keep vocals, instruments, and effects sharp, and Adaptive EQ automatically adjusts the frequency response based on how the earbuds fit in your ears.
Each AirPod has a button on the stem that works with a single press. There’s no need to learn complex swiping actions to perform common functions. Press once to play or pause music, or to answer a call. Press twice to skip ahead or end a call, and press three times to go back one song. Press and hold to launch Siri, or say “Hey Siri” or “Siri” to control your music or send a quick message. The in-ear optical sensor automatically pauses and resumes playback, and the Find My app helps you locate lost AirPods or the charging case.
AirPods 4 pair seamlessly with any Apple product and remain connected across multiple devices using Apple’s Continuity technology. Placing an AirPod close to an iPhone or iPad displays a prompt to connect. All you have to do is acknowledge you want to pair them, and you’re good to go.
The AirPods 4 battery supports long listening sessions thanks to the compact charging case. Each AirPod provides up to 5 hours of listening time per charge, and the case extends that to up to 30 hours. About 5 minutes in the charging case provides enough charge to listen for almost an hour or talk for about 45 minutes if you’re in a rush.
Both the AirPods and the USB-C charging case are built to withstand the rigors of everyday life and carry an IP54 rating for dust, sweat, and water resistance. This means the AirPods and the charging case can handle light rain, workouts, and accidental splashes, and the lightweight in-ear design is intended to stay comfortable during longer listening sessions. With seamless pairing, simple controls, Personalized Spatial Audio, clear phone calls, and up to 30 hours of listening time, the AirPods 4 offer excellent value at $99, down from the original list price of $129.
