AirPods 5 was announced on 9 September 2026.
AirPods 5 are open-ear wireless earbuds announced on September 9, 2026. They introduce an updated acoustic architecture and improved Active Noise Cancellation.
Apple announced first availability for September 18, 2026. US pricing starts at $129, or $149 for the Wireless Charging Case configuration, which also adds on-stem volume control and longer battery life.