Apple Launches AirPods 5 with Tiered Pricing
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The new earbuds bring active noise cancellation to a broader price point ahead of a September 18 launch.
Apple has opened preorders for the AirPods 5, which are scheduled to hit shelves on September 18. According to reporting from The Verge, the new earbuds will launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12, and Ultra 4.
Apple is offering the AirPods 5 in two distinct versions. The standard model, priced at $129, now includes active noise cancellation—a feature The Verge notes was previously reserved for the more expensive $179 AirPods 4 with ANC models.
A higher-tier model is available for $149. This version includes a wireless charging case, extended battery life, and touch controls on the earbud stems that allow users to adjust volume without using their mobile devices. Both models are available for preorder through Apple, as well as Best Buy, Walmart, and Amazon.