Apple Unveils AirPods 4 With Two Models Featuring Improved Fit, USB-C, and More

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Apple today introduced the AirPods 4, which will come in two models: a base model for $129 and a model with Active Noise Cancellation for $179.

‌AirPods 4‌ feature a big improvement in sound quality with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive media experience. Both models include the H2 chip and support features like Voice Isolation and Siri Interactions, the latter of which lets users nod or shake their head to respond to ‌Siri‌ announcements.

For more controls, ‌AirPods 4‌ feature a force sensor on the stem to play or pause media and mute or end phone calls. The case for the ‌AirPods 4‌ is the smallest case yet on any AirPods model, and it features USB-C charging with up to 30 hours of total battery life.

In addition to USB-C charging, users can also use an Apple Watch charger or Qi-certified charger to refuel the ‌AirPods 4‌ charging case.

In regards to the second ‌AirPods 4‌ model, it features Active Noise Cancellation with upgraded microphones and advanced computational audio helping to reduce environmental noise. This model also has a Transparency mode, Adaptive Audio, and Conversation Awareness.

For both ‌AirPods 4‌ models, Apple has refined the design of the AirPods to create the most comfortable AirPods ever, resulting in a shape that “naturally fits even more users around the world.”

Both ‌AirPods 4‌ models are available to pre-order now in the United States, and will be available starting September 20.

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