The Apple AirPods 4 are the latest generation of Apple’s standard wireless earbuds, redesigned for better comfort, stronger audio performance, and smarter adaptive sound features. They come in two versions: a standard model and a version with Active Noise Cancellation for more immersive listening.

Powered by the Apple H2 chip, they deliver clearer calls, richer sound, and seamless integration with Apple devices. They’re built for everyday use—music, calls, workouts, and media—while keeping a lightweight, minimal design.

Key specs

Audio & sound

• Custom Apple high-excursion driver
• Adaptive EQ for automatic sound tuning
• Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
• Voice Isolation for clearer calls
• Optional Active Noise Cancellation (ANC model)
• Transparency Mode (ANC model)
• Adaptive Audio (balances ANC + ambient sound in real time)

Performance & chip

• Apple H2 headphone chip
• Low-latency wireless audio processing

Controls

• Press controls on stem (play/pause, skip, calls)
• Voice activation with Siri (“Hey Siri”)
• Head gesture controls (on supported setups)

Connectivity

• Bluetooth 5.3
• Seamless pairing with Apple ecosystem (iPhone, iPad, Mac)
• Auto device switching

Battery

• Up to 5 hours listening on a single charge
• Up to 30 hours total with charging case
• Fast charge: ~5 minutes = ~1 hour playback

Design & build

• Redesigned ergonomic open-fit shape
• Lightweight stem design
• Sweat & water resistance (IP54 rating)
• USB-C charging case
• Optional case with Find My speaker (ANC model)

Sensors

• Optical in-ear detection
• Motion and speech accelerometers
• Force sensor for touch controls
• Beamforming microphones for clearer calls