The AirPods 4 with ANC marks the introduction of Active Noise Cancellation to Apple’s open‑ear line. Its redesign, based on millions of ears scanned via 3D and laser, delivers exceptional comfort.
Equipped with an H2 chip and Bluetooth 5.3, they offer clear audio performance, Personalized Spatial Audio with head tracking, Adaptive Audio, and Transparency mode.
The new force sensor on the stem gives you play/pause, call control, track skipping, and Siri activation with a simple squeeze.
Voice Isolation enhances call clarity by filtering ambient noise, and head-gesture controls (nod/shake) let you accept or decline calls hands-free.
ANC effectively reduces low-frequency noises like engines or fans, though it won’t match Pro-level cancellation due to the open-ear design.
Battery life delivers around 4–5 hours with ANC on and ~20 hours total with the charging case. Fast charging provides ~1 hour from a 5-minute boost, and the case supports Qi and Apple Watch charging.
The USB‑C case is over 10% smaller than the AirPods 3 case, includes a Find My speaker, and is rated IP54 for dust, sweat, and water resistance.
Although there are no silicone tips, the fit is secure for most users thanks to the optimized design. ANC is satisfactorily effective for everyday noise environments like commuting or office use.