Apple conducted its annual fall event today. As usual, the Cupertino-based tech giant unveiled the latest generation iPhone 16 series and Watch Series 10. The company also announced the AirPods 4, a much-needed upgrade to the AirPods 3 that debuted way back in 2021. This time, Apple has released two models of AirPods 4 – one is an entry-level offering and the other is a regular option.
Apple AirPods 4 arrives in two models
The AirPods 4 retain the same design as the predecessor models including a semi-in-ear stem and silicone ear tips. Apple says that the latest earphones will offer a better fit for most people’s ears. They are IPX4-rated water-resistant. You still get to perform various functions by tapping on the stem of the earbuds. Now, users also get the option to nod yes or shake a no to respond to Siri and incoming calls.
In terms of audio, the AirPods 4 features Personalized Spatial Audio with head tracking for an immersive sound experience. The budget model lacks ANC whereas the premium offering comes with active noise cancellation that was previously exclusive to the AirPods Pro. The TWS earphones come with a Conversational mode that reduces the volume when you’re talking to somebody. The ANC version also packs transparency mode and adaptive audio. This gives interested customers more choices while purchasing depending on their usage preferences and budget. Both AirPods 4 models are equipped with an H2 chipset. It is said to improve battery life, personalise the listening experience, pair faster, and more.
The AirPods 4 are claimed to be backed by 30 hours of battery life with a storage case that supports wireless charging. With the latest offerings, Apple has also completed the shift to USB-C ports across all its devices. The earbuds are rated to offer 6.5 hours of usage.
The AirPods 4 duo come with several features including Find My, a revamped case with a built-in speaker, seamless audio switching, and more.
The AirPods 4 entry-level model costs $129 whereas the mid-tier variant carries a price tag of $179. The latter is priced the same as the AirPods 3. Pre-orders start today with sales commencing from September 20.
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