Apple AirPods 5

About the Apple AirPods 5

Open-fit Active Noise Cancellation

AirPods 5 eliminate up to 50% more external noise than AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. New multi-port acoustic architecture and next-generation Adaptive Equalization for richer, more detailed sound.

Hear what matters

More natural Transparency Mode, Adaptive Audio that combines noise cancellation and transparency according to the environment, and Conversation Awareness, which lowers the volume when you start speaking. Personalized Spatial Audio.

Siri and live translation

Hands-free Siri with head gesture responses. Live Translation with a compatible iPhone with Apple Intelligence, activated by pressing both stems.

Resistance

Improved resistance to dust, sweat, and water. Battery with 100% recycled cobalt and 40% recycled materials in the assembly.

Availability

Available from September 18, 2026.

Battery Life

Up to 4 hours of listening with noise cancellation on a single charge; up to 22 hours with the charging case.