Audio & Sound
Apple AirPods 4Apple AirPods 5
Product details
Product overview.
The Apple AirPods 5 feature upgraded Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), Live Translation, and integrated Siri AI compatibility. Announced in September 2026, Apple offers the earbuds in two variants: a base USB-C model and an upgraded Wireless Charging Case model. Both models are powered by the Apple H2 chip and utilize a redesigned internal acoustic architecture to deliver clearer audio and richer bass.
Specifications
Specifications.
- Brand
- Apple
- Category
- Audio & Sound
- Color
- White
- Model
- AirPods 5
- Drivers
- Custom high-excursion Apple driver paired with a custom high dynamic range amplifier.
- Sensors
- Optical in-ear sensor, motion-detecting accelerometer, speech-detecting accelerometer, and advanced force sensors.
- EQ Tuning
- Next-generation Adaptive EQ automatically adjusts music to the shape of your ear.
- IP Rating
- IP57 rated for dust, sweat, and water resistance, optimized for workouts and rainy weather.
- Microphones
- Dual beamforming microphones, inward-facing microphone, and support for studio-quality audio recording.
- Spatial Audio
- Personalized Spatial Audio featuring dynamic head tracking.
- Smart Features
- Support for on-device Live Translation.
- Volume Adjustment
- Swipe up or down on the force sensor stem (available exclusively on the Wireless Charging Case model).
- Siri AI Interactions
- Hands-free "Hey Siri" execution alongside head gesture responses (nod to accept or shake head to decline calls/notifications).
- Acoustic Architecture
- All-new multiport acoustic design for optimized airflow and richer audio performance.
- Ecosystem Integration
- Fully integrated across i OS, i Pad OS, mac OS, watch OS, and tv OS ecosystems.
- Active Noise Cancellation
- Open-ear ANC removes up to 50% more external noise than Air Pods 4 with ANC.
- Standard USB C Case Model
- Includes standard USB-C wired charging connection alongside full ANC and audio performance suites.
- Ambient Sound Intelligence
- Features include Transparency mode, Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and Voice Isolation.
- Media Control (Press Once)
- Play/pause media, answer call, mute/unmute, or activate camera remote.
- Media Control (Press Twice)
- Skip forward or end a call.
- Media Control (Press And Hold)
- Cycle between listening modes (ANC, Transparency, etc.).
- Media Control (Press Three Times)
- Skip backward.









