AirPods 4 Review: Noise Cancelling Changes the Game

Apple's latest open earbuds feature a slightly smaller design, improved sound and Apple's powerful H2 chip features. At $129, the entry-level version costs less than its predecessor and is a worthy upgrade to both the AirPods 3 and cheaper AirPods 2. But it's the noise canceling in the step-up AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation ($179) that makes these new AirPods special. CNET editor David Carnoy gives you the full skinny on both new AirPods 4 models.

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0:12 Intro
0:55 Design Differences
1:34 Sound Quality
2:35 Key Differences
3:45 Noise Cancellation
5:24 Colleague Test
7:13 Entry Level Features
8:47 Test Call
9:15 The Bad
9:34 Conclusion

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[michael.knight]

Seems like a great combination with a pair of over ears with better ANC so you have a comfortable option for on the go in the city, but a more strong option for when you really need to cancel out all noise when you're on a plane or studying/working.

[cottonlog]

I liked when we had more than one person give comments on the product even though it's a brief moment.

[Jayden-lrmm]

All I noticed is no the box shrunk, literally at the palm of your hand

[stephensung]

ANC with silicone tips always made me nauseous and gave me a headache with a pressure sensation in my head. I wonder if the open design airpods 4 gets rid of this.

[blinkyschannel]

I have to wear slip on ear tips with my AirPod threes, because otherwise they fall out.
They're not as aggressive as the regular in ear ear tips. But they do help to reduce outside sound. I can't wait to see how they work with the airpod 4'S.

[HiFiInsider]

I can't wait to get mine on Friday.

[danieldolgin]

I'm absolutely excited to upgrade from my airpods2 up to the standard airpods4 model ... This weekend

[nihalbhamrah]

I got the AirPods 3 about 15 September is that still good? will be getting them next month

[Bruceneuman]

Get the 4s with the noise cancelling. It improves everything about the listening experience. Well worth the $50 difference.

[andyballard]

I'd like to see the ANC version tested against the soundpeats air 5 which is $100 cheaper !

[XuanThaoYenTram]

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[jitenderyadav]

Does noise cancellation work when I pair airpods 4 with Android phone?

[coltonpiper]

So just to be clear both models of AirPods 4 are the same exact size right?

[einsam]

So which airpods is the best for bassheads?

[starrbraggs]

Apple AirPods 3 vs 4 I’m torn. I like the idea of anc, and h2 chip for improved call quality. Bluetooth 5.3 for improved range. I like the claims that there is more bass and better overall sound. I have the 3’s already. I like the fit, zero fall out issues. I like the MagSafe capability, I was satisfied with the sound quality due to Spatial Audio (until these 4’s came out and reviewers said the sound is better) I like the Find My Feature but the 4’s have the speakers on the case to assist with locating when lost. Which brings me to my next gripe with the 4’s. Who told Apple people wanted the case smaller. That’s just going to make it easier for someone like me to lose. I’ve already misplaced my AirPods 3 case a couple of times but found it quickly due to the beefier size and the accuracy of Find My. So based on all I’ve stated can someone please give me advice on why I should follow what my gut is telling me and stick with the 3’s. Battery Life has been great and no complaints on phone calls. Whether I’m listening 👂 to someone or speaking. People have always said they hear me crystal clear. There is only two caveats that have me considering taking the plunge to buy the 4’s and that is anc and speakers on the case.

[kamangeer]

Should we buy the 2 Pro or the 4 ANC? Almost the same price 🤔🤔

[ropulse]

What about the hearing aid feature - is the 2 only - does it require an I-phone will it work with my android - if no is there a hearing aid like device for android pods?

[Prence]

I just wish I could buy the usb c case for my AirPod pros. Would be nice to only have to carry 1 charging cable instead of a usb c cable for my iPhone and iPad Pro and a lightning cable for my AirPod pro. Come on Apple, sell just the usb c charging case by itself. I don’t want to have to buy a complete replacement device when what I have works perfectly fine.

[ladlem]

How would they (ANC ones) match up vs B&W Pi7 S2?

[zmanag]

I know that this is an Air pods 4 review but I wanted to let you know I received the New Bose Quiet Comfort earbuds at $179.00 today from Amazon. So far, pretty incredible!! The new QC app seems to have more features and control than the Bose QC ultra buds which I had, but they developed massive connectivity issues after the recent multipoint firmware update.

I think the sound is better than the Ultra buds even without immersive audio.