Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds, H2 Chip, Personalised Spatial Audio, IP54, USB-C Charging Case

What are the Apple AirPods 4? Apple's fourth-generation open-ear wireless earbuds, built around the H2 chip — the same processor used in the AirPods Pro 2. They deliver Personalised Spatial Audio, Adaptive EQ, and clearer calls, in a redesigned shape that's smaller and more comfortable than previous generations.

Do these have noise cancellation? No. This is the standard AirPods 4. Apple sells a separate model — AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation — if you specifically want ANC. This version relies on the open-ear fit, which lets ambient sound through by design.

Is the open-ear design good or bad? It depends what you want. There are no silicone ear tips, so nothing is inserted into your ear canal. Many people find that far more comfortable for long sessions, and it keeps you aware of traffic, announcements, and colleagues. The trade-off is less passive noise isolation than sealed in-ear buds — on a plane or a noisy commute, you'll hear more of your surroundings.

How long does the battery last? Up to 5 hours of listening on a single charge, and up to 30 hours total using the charging case. Apple's figures were measured at 50% volume with Spatial Audio off, so real-world results vary with volume and features used.

How does the case charge? USB-C only. The standard AirPods 4 case does not support wireless charging — that's exclusive to the ANC model. The case is also over 10% smaller by volume than the previous generation, so it sits more easily in a pocket.

Are they water resistant? Both the earbuds and the case are rated IP54 — dust, sweat, and rain resistant. Fine for workouts and light rain. Not for swimming or submersion, and Apple's warranty doesn't cover liquid damage.

How do the controls work? Via a force sensor in the stem: press once to play, pause, or answer a call; twice to skip forward; three times to skip back; press and hold for Siri. There's also Siri Interactions — nod to accept a call or shake your head to decline, without touching anything. Note there's no swipe volume control (that's an AirPods Pro feature).

How are calls? Voice Isolation uses the H2 chip to separate your voice from background noise, so you come through clearly on calls from a busy street or office.

Do they work with Android? They'll pair over standard Bluetooth and play audio, but most of what makes them worth buying requires an Apple device — Personalised Spatial Audio, automatic device switching, Siri, Find My, and firmware updates. If you're on Android, other earbuds will serve you better for the money.

Key specifications:

• Chip: Apple H2
• Bluetooth: 5.3
• Audio: Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Adaptive EQ
• Calls: Voice Isolation
• Controls: Force sensor (stem), Siri Interactions (head gestures)
• Battery: Up to 5 hours per charge; up to 30 hours total with case
• Charging: USB-C (no wireless charging on this model)
• Water/dust resistance: IP54 (earbuds and case)
• Earbud dimensions: 30.2 × 18.3 × 18.1 mm
• Earbud weight: 4.3g each
• Design: Open-ear, no silicone tips
• Compatibility: iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch

Who is this for? iPhone users who want Apple's ecosystem features — instant pairing, automatic device switching, Spatial Audio — and who prefer an open-ear fit over sealed in-ear buds. Well suited to office use, walking, and gym sessions where staying aware of your surroundings matters. If you commute on a plane or metro regularly and want to block noise out, the ANC version is the better buy.

Why buy from Cart Max Electronics:
At Cart Max, we deal only in genuine, officially sourced Apple products. Counterfeit AirPods are widespread and increasingly hard to spot from photos — they typically fail on battery life, pairing reliability, and firmware updates. Based in Dubai, we supply both individual customers and businesses across the UAE, including corporate and bulk orders, backed by real customer support.