VERDICT VERDICT The AirPods 4 are a huge leap forward to already excellent earphones. And with the addition of ANC and other features it will make them even more attractive for customers looking for great audio and a seamless experience when connected to their iPhone.

Earphones with Active Noise Cancellation are best suited for those who want to escape the noisy surroundings and immerse themselves in clear sound and

In my time with them in the week following the debut, I’ve been pleased with the audio improvements, appreciated the design tweaks, and taken the battery life with a grain of salt.

The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation distinguish themselves from their predecessors with a new design that looks similar, but changes enough to sit differently in the ear. Shape is crucial with these hard-shell earbuds since they don’t have gummy tips like the AirPods Pro to create a tight seal and keep them firmly in place.

Apple’s new earbuds hit the budget-feature sweet spot.

With a slightly smaller design, improved sound and Apple's powerful H2 chip features, the Apple AirPods 4 are a worthy upgrade. But what really makes them special is the noise canceling in the step-up ANC model.

I reviewed Apple's new AirPods 4 true wireless earphones with Active Noise Cancellation. Here's what you need to know about the new headphones.

Here’s what the reviews say… The obvious focus of most AirPods 4 reviews is the Active Noise Cancellation performance. After all, these are Apple’s first pair of earbuds with an open-ear design to offer noise cancellation.