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Apple Launches AirPods 5 With Siri AI, Translation
Apple launched a new version of its wireless earbuds called AirPods 5.
They cost $129, while a version with a Wireless Charging Case costs $149.
The earbuds come in one color: white.
They are designed to provide richer sound and fit more ear shapes.
Their noise cancellation can reduce up to 50 percent more outside noise than the comparable AirPods 4 model.
A special mode can automatically switch between blocking noise and letting outside sounds in.
With a compatible iPhone, users can talk to Siri AI without touching the earbuds.
The earbuds can also help translate conversations in real time using Apple Intelligence.
Pre-orders started September 9, and store sales were set to begin September 18.
Apple launched AirPods 5 alongside its latest iPhone and Apple Watch products at its September event.
The earbuds cost $129, or $149 with a Wireless Charging Case, and come only in white.
AirPods 5 feature redesigned acoustics, Personalised Spatial Audio, Adaptive Audio, and up to 50 percent more noise reduction than AirPods 4 with ANC.
Compatible iPhones enable hands-free Siri AI access, head-gesture responses, and Live Translation powered by Apple Intelligence.
Pre-orders began September 9, with retail availability scheduled for Friday, September 18.
- Who
- Apple launched the AirPods 5.
- What
- The company introduced new wireless earbuds with improved audio, noise reduction, Siri AI access, and Live Translation.
- Where
- When
- Pre-orders opened September 9, with retail availability beginning Friday, September 18.
- Why
Key facts
- Standard price
- $129
- Wireless Charging Case price
- $149
- Colour
- White only
- Noise reduction
- Up to 50 percent more than AirPods 4 with ANC
- Battery life
- Up to five hours of ANC playback, or 22 hours with the charging case
- Charging compatibility
- Apple Watch chargers, Qi-compatible chargers, and USB-C
- Recycled materials
- 40 percent recycled material overall, including 70 percent recycled plastic in the wireless charging case





