AirPods

AirPods will forever change the way you use headphones. Whenever you pull your AirPods out of the charging case, they instantly turn on and connect to your iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, or Mac. Audio automatically plays as soon as you put them in your ears and pauses when you take them out.

AirPods

4th Generation

$129

Sensors

  • Optical in-ear sensor

  • Motion-detecting accelerometer

  • Speech-detecting accelerometer

  • Force sensor

Battery

  • Up to 5 hours of listening time with a single charge

AirPods 4 with Charging Case (USB-C)

  • Up to 30 hours of listening time

  • 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time or 45 minutes of talk time

Audio Technology

  • Voice Isolation (14)

  • Personalized Volume (14)

  • Adaptive EQ

  • Custom high-excursion Apple driver

  • Custom high dynamic range amplifier

  • Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking (4)

  • Vent system for pressure equalization

Sweat and Water Resistance

  • Dust, sweat, and water resistant (IP54) (11)

AirPods

4th Generation with
Active Noise Cancellation

$179

Sensors

  • Optical in-ear sensor

  • Motion-detecting accelerometer

  • Speech-detecting accelerometer

  • Force sensor

Battery

  • Up to 6 hours of listening time with a single charge (up to 5 hours with Spatial Audio enabled)

  • Up to 4 hours of talk time with a single charge

AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and Charging Case (USB-C)

  • Up to 20 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled

  • Up to 30 hours of listening time with noise control off

  • 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time or around 45 minutes of talk time

Audio Technology

  • Active Noise Cancellation

  • Adaptive Audio (1)

  • Transparency mode

  • Conversation Awareness (1)

  • Voice Isolation (14)

  • Personalized Volume (14)

  • Adaptive EQ

  • Custom high-excursion Apple driver

  • Custom high dynamic range amplifier

  • Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking (4)

  • Vent system for pressure equalization

Sweat and Water Resistance

  • Dust, sweat, and water resistant (IP54) (11)

AirPods Pro

2nd Generation

$249

Sensors

  • Skin-detect sensor

  • Motion-detecting accelerometer

  • Speech-detecting accelerometer

  • Touch control

Battery

  • Up to 6 hours of listening time with a single charge (up to 5.5 hours with Spatial Audio and Head Tracking enabled)

AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C)

  • Up to 30 hours of listening time

  • 5 minutes in the case provides around 1 hour of listening time or around 1 hour of talk time

Battery

  • Up to 20 hours of listening time on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation enabled

  • Up to 20 hours of movie playback on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation and Spatial Audio enabled

  • Up to 20 hours of talk time on a single charge

  • 5 minutes of charge time provides around 1.5 hours of listening time

Audio Technology

  • Pro-level Active Noise Cancellation (2)

  • Adaptive Audio (1)

  • Conversation Awareness (1)

  • Voice Isolation (14)

  • Personalized Volume (14)

  • Custom high-excursion Apple driver

  • Custom high dynamic range amplifier

  • Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking (4)

  • Vent system for pressure equalization

Sweat and Water Resistance

  • Dust, sweat, and water resistant (IP54) (11)

Hearing Health

  • Hearing Test (5)

  • Hearing Aid (5)

  • Hearing Protection (6)

AirPods Max

Sensors

  • Optical sensor (each ear cup)

  • Position sensor (each ear cup)

  • Case-detect sensor (each ear cup)

  • Accelerometer (each ear cup)

$549

Smart Case

  • Storage in the Smart Case preserves battery charge in ultra-low-power state

  • Charging via USB‑C

Audio Technology

  • Pro-level Active Noise Cancellation (2)

  • Transparency mode

  • Adaptive EQ

  • Apple-designed dynamic driver

  • Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking (4)

  1. Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia and later when paired with AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation or AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware.

  2. Up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation compared with AirPods Pro (1st generation) and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.

  3. Device performance and noise control features like Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, and Transparency can be affected by debris or earwax buildup. Clean the device regularly to maintain performance and full feature functionality. Refer to support.apple.com/102672 for AirPods 4 cleaning instructions. Refer to support.apple.com/120409 for AirPods Pro 2 cleaning instructions.

  4. Compatible hardware and software required. Works with compatible content in supported apps. Not all content available in Dolby Atmos. iPhone with TrueDepth camera required to create a personal profile for Spatial Audio, which will sync across Apple devices running the latest operating system software, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and tvOS.

  5. The Hearing Test and Hearing Aid features are expected to be available fall 2024. The Hearing Aid feature is pending FDA authorization. Both features will be supported on AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware paired with a compatible iPhone or iPad with iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 and later and are intended for people 18 years old or older. The Hearing Aid feature will also be supported on a compatible Mac with macOS Sequoia and later. It is intended for people with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss.

  6. The Hearing Protection feature works with AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware when paired with a compatible iPhone, iPad, or Mac with iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia and later. Feature is only available in the U.S. and Canada. See support.apple.com/120850 for total attenuation and more information. The Hearing Protection feature is not suitable for protection against extremely loud impulse sounds, such as gunfire, fireworks, or jackhammers, or against sustained sounds louder than 110 dBA.

  7. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage, and many other factors.

  8. MagSafe charging requires a compatible MagSafe charger. Wireless charging requires a Qi‑certified wireless charger. AirPods Pro 2 charging case also works with the Apple Watch charger or USB‑C connector. Find My functionality requires iOS 18 or later.

  9. Charging requires a compatible USB-C charger.

  10. AirPods (3rd generation) are sweat and water resistant for non‑water sports and exercise, and they are IPX4 rated. Sweat and water resistance are not permanent conditions.

  11. AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, and AirPods Pro 2 are dust, sweat, and water resistant for non‑water sports and exercise. Products and charging case were tested under controlled laboratory conditions, and have a rating of IP54 under IEC standard 60529. Dust, sweat, and water resistance are not permanent conditions and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge when wet; refer to support.apple.com/kb/HT210711 for cleaning and drying instructions.

  12. Siri and activating with just "Siri" may not be available in all languages or in all areas, and features may vary by area. Compatible device and internet access required. Cellular data charges may apply. Activating with just "Siri" is not available on AirPods with the H1 headphone chip and Intel-based Mac computers. Devices must support and have the latest operating system software.

  13. Requires an iCloud account and a compatible Apple device running the latest operating system software.

  14. Available on compatible devices running iOS 18, iPadOS 18, or macOS Sequoia and later when paired with AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, or AirPods Pro 2 with the latest firmware.

  15. Size and weight vary by configuration and manufacturing process.

  16. Requires the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.

  17. AirPods can be used as wireless Bluetooth headphones with Apple devices using earlier software and with non‑Apple devices, but functionality may be limited.

Add AppleCare+
from $29.99

4th Gen/Pro 2nd Gen – $29.99

AirPods Max – $59.99

Every set of AirPods, Beats earphones, or Beats headphones comes with one year of hardware repair coverage through its limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary technical support. AppleCare+ extends your coverage to two years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and includes unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection, each subject to a service fee of $29, plus applicable tax.1 In addition, you’ll get 24/7 priority access to Apple experts via chat or phone.2

  1. Service coverage is available only for AirPods, Beats earphones, or Beats headphones and their original included accessories for protection against (i) defects in materials or workmanship, (ii) batteries that retain less than 80% of their original capacity, and (iii) unlimited incidents of accidental damage from handling, each incident being subject to a service fee of $29, plus applicable tax. Replacement equipment that Apple provides as part of the repair or replacement service may contain new or previously used genuine Apple parts that have been tested and pass Apple functional requirements. See terms for full details.

  2. Local telephone fees may apply. Telephone numbers and hours of operation may vary and are subject to change.

  3. Availability of each option depends on country in which service is requested and location of Apple Authorized Service Provider. Service coverage may be subject to certain restrictions.

  • AppleCare+ benefits are separate from and in addition to the Apple Limited Warranty and any legal rights provided by consumer protection laws in your jurisdiction. The company obligated under AppleCare+ in the United States is AppleCare Service Company, Inc., an Arizona corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of Apple Inc., doing business in Texas as Apple CSC Inc. Purchase of the plan is not required to purchase the covered equipment. For complete details, see terms.