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Apple unveils AirPods 5 with upgraded noise cancellation, more
9to5Mac • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple announced the AirPods 5 during its iPhone 18 Pro event, introducing significant improvements including 50% better active noise cancellation compared to the AirPods 4.
- The new AirPods 5 feature redesigned internals, next-generation Adaptive EQ, personalized Spatial Audio, and up to 20 hours of battery life with the charging case.
- Both versions of AirPods 5 now include active noise cancellation, a feature previously limited to the higher-end AirPods 4 model.
- The higher-end AirPods 5 model adds on-stem volume controls, longer battery life, and a wireless charging case, priced at $149, while the base model starts at $129.
- AirPods 5 are available for pre-order starting today, with shipments beginning on Friday, September 18.
