Available in two versions (the basic version and the upgraded version with a Wireless Charging Case), the new earbuds bring Active Noise Cancellation technology to the company’s most affordable category, combining the comfort of an open-ear design with cutting-edge AI features.

Noise Cancellation & Professional-Grade Sound

• Top-Tier Open-Ear ANC: AirPods 5 manage to isolate up to 50% more external noise compared to AirPods 4, despite their open-ear design. At the same time, Transparency mode is more natural than ever, while Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness automatically lower the music volume when you start speaking.

• New Acoustic Architecture: Inspired by AirPods Pro 3, the new Multiport Acoustic Architecture combined with next-generation Adaptive EQ delivers deeper bass, clearer highs, and even more immersive Personalized Spatial Audio.

Apple Intelligence, Gestures & Live Translation

• Siri AI & Head Gestures: With support from iOS 27 and Apple Intelligence, you can now interact with Siri AI hands-free. Respond discreetly to its questions by simply nodding your head yes or no.

• Live Translation: Apple brings live translation directly to your ears. By pressing the stems of both earbuds at the same time or saying "Siri, start Live Translation", you can listen to a conversation in another language translated in real time!

Volume Control & Upgraded Battery

For the first time in open-ear AirPods, the version with the Wireless Charging Case integrates Volume Swipe, allowing you to adjust the sound volume with a simple slide of your finger along the stem. In addition, the battery now offers up to 5 hours of continuous playback with ANC enabled (1 hour more than the previous model), reaching 22 hours in total with the case.

When will they be released?
Their official availability in stores will begin on Friday, September 18.

This article was created with the help of AI and reviewed and edited by the Skroutz team.