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| AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation | Sport Open Earbuds | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $179.00 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $199 (US launch price) |
| Notes | — | New 2026 model (product code SPORTOPN26), not the 2021 Bose Sport Open Earbuds; no Immersive Audio, Cinema Mode or aptX |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦251,000 | ₦278,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Apple | Bose |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | September 20, 2024 | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation | Sport Open Earbuds |
| Price | $179 | $199 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Type | Custom high-excursion Apple driver with custom high dynamic range amplifier | Custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Sound Features | ANC, Adaptive Audio, Transparency, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, Personalized Spatial Audio, Adaptive EQ | Bose OpenAudio Tech |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | iOS/iPadOS/macOS Settings + Find My; no standalone app | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | No manual EQ; Adaptive EQ automatic only | Yes, adjustable bass, mid and treble in Bose app |
| Low-Latency / Gaming Mode | Not officially marketed | — |
| Other Features | — | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ; Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | Off / Transparency / Adaptive Audio / Noise Cancellation | — |
| Touch Controls | Force sensor on stem — press for play/pause/calls, hold to toggle ANC/Transparency or Siri, squeeze for camera | Textured physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Siri (hands-free) | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | 5.4 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| Multipoint | Automatic switching among Apple devices on same Apple ID | Yes, two devices |
| Supported Codecs | AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | White | Black, White Smoke, Eucalyptus Green (limited edition) |
| Dimensions | Earbud ~30.2 x 18.3 x 18.0mm; Case 46.2 x 50.0 x 21.0mm | Earbud: 20.0 x 25.0 x 27.9 mm; Case: 48.3 x 67.9 x 29.6 mm |
| Form Factor | Open-fit (no silicone tip), redesigned stem, semi-open case | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds and case; wireless charging case) | IP54 (sweat, water and dust) |
| Materials | Plastic housing | Polycarbonate and silicone, soft matte finish; translucent textured case lid |
| Weight | 4.3g per earbud; case 34.7g | 5.9 g (single earbud), 47.2 g (case), 59 g (total) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour |
| Fast Charging | 5 min in case ≈ 1 hour listening | 10 min = up to 1.8 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 4 hrs per charge with ANC on; up to 20 hrs total with case (ANC on) / 30 hrs (ANC off) | Earbuds: Up to 7 hours; With case: Up to 22 additional hours (29 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes — USB-C connector, Apple Watch charger, or Qi-certified | Yes (wireless charging case) |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, SpeechClarity Tech |
| Mic Count | 3 per earbud (6 total) | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Dual beamforming mics + inward mic + speech-detecting accelerometer; Voice Isolation | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | "Hey Siri" or press-and-hold stem | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | Sold separately | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | None (open-fit design) | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Wireless charging case | Charging case |
| Included Items | — | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Main Device | AirPods 4 with ANC (pair) | 2 Bose Sport Open Earbuds |
| User Manual | Yes | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Warranty Card | Standard 1-year limited warranty (not separately itemized) | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS | — |
| Profiles Supported | Standard Bluetooth audio profiles (not itemized by Apple) | — |
| Supported Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | First non-Pro AirPods with ANC and Transparency in an open-ear design, plus a wireless charging case, at $179. | The Bose Sport Open Earbuds (2026) are C-arm cuff open-ear earbuds built for workouts, with custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio and textured physical buttons. |