Tomorrow, Monday, September 9, will be a special day for Apple, since it is the day chosen to celebrate its new event and whose iPhone 16 will be the big stars. But it will also be time to Discover a new generation of AirPods. These will not be the AirPods Pro 3, nor the AirPods Max 2, but the AirPods 4.
This range of headphones is Apple’s lowest, although in no case will they stop being high-quality TWS. In fact, among the leaks that we already know, some stand out that allow us to see that This will be a revolution in the rangesince they will adopt functions exclusive to the “Pro” and “Max” for years.
Two very different versions of the AirPods 4
It is not unusual that with the launch of new AirPods we see two versions in Apple stores, but so far there have been very small differences. Without going any further, the AirPods 3, still current, are offered in two versions, one at 199 dollars and another at 209 dollars. The only difference between the two is that the more expensive one has the MagSafe charging case, while the other only has normal wireless charging (in addition to a cable in both).
The fact is that With the AirPods 4, even bigger changes are expected between the two versions.. On the one hand, we will have the AirPods 4 as a natural evolution of the previous ones. That is, a similar design and price, but with expected improvements in terms of battery and sound. On the other hand, some more advanced and probably more expensive AirPods 4. Not as much as the “Pro”, but not too far since they will also bring their star function.
Noise cancellation, the star of AirPods 4
Talking about noise cancellation in AirPods is talking about an exclusive feature of AirPods Pro, AirPods Pro 2, and AirPods Max. But starting tomorrow, it will also be something typical of this more advanced version of the AirPods 4since they will integrate this functionality.
Driven by lower-than-expected AirPods 3 sales, Apple had to come to the conclusion that the biggest appeal of the AirPods Pro was precisely the noise cancellation. A feature that allows us to isolate ourselves from surrounding noise thanks first of all to the passive cancellation generated by its electrodes and, above all, thanks to the active cancellation exerted by the technology applied through the microphones and sensors of the hearing aids.
Therefore, it is possible that for design purposes, we will also see that this expensive version of the AirPods 4 has ear cushions. Yes indeed, This is probably the only difference between them.. And it is expected that in both cases, they will come with the same charging case and other features.
USB-C, battery life and sound: what to expect in the AirPods 4
Now let’s start evaluating the common elements between the two versions of AirPods 4, the truth is that little is known about them. The leaks have been entirely focused on noise cancellation and, whether because Apple keeps it secret or because there are not many changes, practically no other news has been leaked.
It is therefore to be expected that These AirPods lead to the almost definitive disappearance of Lightning in favor of USB-C. And we say “almost” because Mac accessories like the Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad or Magic Mouse will still be missing. However, in terms of the devices themselves, this old standard will have already been said goodbye, given that the AirPods 2 and AirPods 3 that maintain them will still disappear from the catalog.
On the other hand, it is also expected that surround sound improvements which Apple calls Spatial Audio, as well as in the Adaptive Audio already arrived in the AirPods Pro 2 and that, in this case, yes, it is perhaps another novelty of the more expensive version because it is related to noise cancellation.
More ‘Pro’ news that could land on AirPods 4
On the other hand, we must expect improved autonomydespite the fact that they currently have an excellent record of 6 hours of uninterrupted playback and up to 30 with the recharges provided by the case. In this sense, it is difficult to improve too much, but a possible more efficient chip could increase up to 6 and a half hours according to rumors.
The price, the piece of the puzzle that still doesn’t fit
Apple is having a lot of trouble Adjust the price of AirPods 4 in your catalog. While it is true that there may be a specific element superior to the AirPods Pro 2, which cost 279 dollars, the truth is that it will not be of such magnitude that they are more expensive. In fact, it would break the mold too much to see standard range AirPods more expensive than those with the surname “Pro”.
On the other hand, given the new features they will bring, it seems optimistic to say the least to imagine prices of 199 and 209 dollars as before. Especially for this model with noise cancellation, whose difference of only 10 dollars with the other version seems too small.
Until now No leaks provide conclusive data and so this is the piece to be adapted. We can make many theories, although the truth is that none of them will be correct or if they are, it will be purely by chance. Fortunately, there are only a few hours left to solve the entire riddle.
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