Apple’s AirPods are the most iconic wireless earphones around, but fans eagerly await news of the upcoming AirPods 4. With many looking for the AirPods 4 release date, we’ve collated every detail of the new earbuds.
Just like the AirPods Max 2 and AirPods Pro 3, Apple’s wireless earphone users are waiting for an upgrade. With the last generation of AirPods now three years old, it’s almost time for a successor.
AirPods 4 Release Date
Though Apple has yet to reveal the device, the AirPods 4 are expected to be released in October 2024. In fact, Apple has not announced the existence of the AirPods 4 at all. However, judging from past precedent, it’s reasonable to assume the new earphones aren’t far away.
Previous generations of AirPods have been released in around three-year intervals, typically in the Fall. This means there’s a chance the AirPods 4 could launch sometime in October 2024.
AirPods 4 Specs
The AirPods 4 are expected to include Active Noise Canceling (ANC), a feature currently reserved for the Pro models. Apple is also expected to include the sensors from the previous AirPods generation, such as:
- Dual beamforming microphones
- Inward-facing microphone
- Skin-detecting sensor
- Motion-detecting accelerometer
- Speech-detecting accelerometer
- Force sensor
Apple’s AirPods 4 will presumably keep the same sweat and water resistance rating as its predecessors.
AirPods 4 Leaks
At the time of writing, there haven’t been many leaks involving the upcoming AirPods 4 model. However, a leak reported by Forbes claims that there will be two models of AirPods 4 with substantial differences.
AirPods 4 Models
According to the aforementioned leaks, there will be two different AirPods 4 models upon release. Alongside the base model, there will be a more expensive version of the earphones that will offer bonus features.
The base models will simply be an improved version of the current AirPods, but the more expensive version will add new features. For those who purchase the pricier AirPods 4, you’ll get access to Active Noise Cancelling, Find My Case support, and minor differences.
That covers the expected AirPods 4 release date and all the latest news of Apple's popular earphones. We will update this guide as and when Apple reveal more details, so don't forget to check back in.