Apple AirPods 4 preorders — here's how to get yours today

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Apple announced the latest inclusion to its collection of AirPods: AirPods 4. Unveiled at Apple's Glowtime event, the new device is slated to be released on September 20. However, it's available for pre-order right now — and you'll also get the opportunity for an interesting upgrade. 

In addition to the AirPods 4, which are starting at $129 and showcase a new design, Apple also released a more premium version of the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation that will cost $179. But that's not all — Apple also revealed an updated model of the AirPods Max that feature some new colors and a USB-C port. 

If you're eager to get your hands on Apple's latest AirPods, preorders start today at Apple, Amazon, Best Buy and other retailers.  (For more ways to save, make sure to check out our Apple Store coupons coverage).  

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Apple AirPods 4 preorders

Apple AirPods 4: from $129 + 3 months of Apple Music free @ Apple

Apple AirPods 4: from $129 + 3 months of Apple Music free @ Apple
The Apple AirPods 4 boast a new design, which Apple has refined with "50 million data points" to create the most comfortable AirPods ever. They also feature an H2 chip, delivers clearer calls with Voice Isolation, and a new, hands-free way to interact with Siri. They have USB-C charging and include up to 30 hours of listening time. The AirPods 4 are now available for preorder and ship on September 20th. You can get your AirPods 4 engraved and personalized for free when you preorder them. Plus, Apple is also giving you three months of Apple Music with your purchase. 

Apple AirPods 4: from $129 @ Amazon

Apple AirPods 4: from $129 @ Amazon
Amazon is now offering preorders on the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC. They're currently selling for $129 and will be shipped out on September 20th.

Apple AirPods 4: from $129 + trade-in options @ Best Buy

Apple AirPods 4: from $129 + trade-in options @ Best Buy
The Apple AirPods 4 are now available for preorder at Best Buy. The AirPods are starting at $129 but you may be able to trade in an old pair of earbuds for a credit. Preorders will be shipped out September 20th.

Apple AirPods 4: from $129 @ Walmart

Apple AirPods 4: from $129 @ Walmart
Redesigned for exceptional all-day comfort, the brand-new Apple AirPods 4 are now available for preorder at Walmart. Selling for $129 the improved AirPods will ship out on September 20th. 

Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) preorders

Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation: from $179 + 3 months of Apple Music free @ Apple

Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation: from $179 + 3 months of Apple Music free @ Apple
These AirPods 4 have all the same great features as the version above, except they also include Active Noise Cancellation. They also feature Adaptive Audio, Transparency mode and Voice Isolation. The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation are now available for preorder and ship on September 20th. You can get your AirPods 4 engraved and personalized for free when you preorder them. Plus, Apple is also giving you three months of Apple Music with your purchase.

Apple AirPods 4 (ANC): from $179 @ Amazon

Apple AirPods 4 (ANC): from $179 @ Amazon
Amazon is now offering preorders on the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC. They're currently selling for $179 and will be shipped out on September 20th.

Apple AirPods 4 (ANC): from $179 @ Best Buy

Apple AirPods 4 (ANC): from $179 @ Best Buy
The Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) are now available for preorder at Best Buy. The AirPods are starting at $179 but you may be able to trade in an old pair of earbuds for a credit. Preorders will be shipped out September 20th.

Apple AirPods 4 (ANC): from $179 @ Walmart

Apple AirPods 4 (ANC): from $179 @ Walmart
Redesigned for exceptional all-day comfort, the brand-new Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation are now available for preorder at Walmart. Selling for $179 the improved AirPods will ship out on September 20th. 

Apple AirPods Max preorders

Apple AirPods Max: from $549 @ Apple

Apple AirPods Max: from $549 @ Apple
Apple has announced that a new version of the AirPods Max will be available on September 20. The headphones use USB-C for charging and will be available in four new colors: Midnight Blue, Purple, Orange and Starlight. They also include up to 20 hours of battery life on a single charge. You can get your AirPods Max engraved and personalized for free when you preorder them. Plus, Apple is also giving you three months of Apple Music with your purchase. 

Apple AirPods 4 — what's new?

According to everything we know about the Apple AirPods 4 so far, there are some big updates to their design. In fact, the AirPods 4 blend elements of the AirPods 3 and AirPods Pro 2 and create an ultra-comfortable earbuds. They lack the silicon ear tips of the AirPods Pro 2, but they have shorter stems and a smaller overall size that should make them easier to wear for long periods of time. 

The case has also been upgraded, shaving down the size and adding in a new USB-C charging port on the bottom. According to Apple, this is now the smallest charging case that a pair of AirPods has ever had, making them even more portable than before.

Additionally, their H2 chip from the AirPods Pro 2 will offer improved sound quality. The chip will also run Spatial Audio on the AirPods 4, which is new for the lower-price model. The second version of the AirPods 4 are $50 more will give you high-quality Active Noise Cancellation.

Olivia Halevy

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