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Apple shows off AirPods 5 with improved active noise cancellation

Apple on Wednesday unveiled the latest generation of its wireless earbuds, the AirPods 5, introducing several upgrades like improved audio, stronger active noise cancellation, and expanded Siri and Apple Intelligence features.

One of the main upgrades is active noise cancellation. Apple says AirPods 5 can reduce background noise by 50% more than the previous generation, making them “the industry’s best” active noise cancellation, according to the company.

“We’re thrilled that with AirPods 5, active noise cancelation is now standard across our entire AirPods lineup. AirPods 5 are a great example of how we take the innovations from our most advanced products and bring them to the rest of the lineup, making them accessible to even more people,” CEO John Ternus said during the event.

Apple has also added volume control to the stem, a feature previously available only with the AirPods Pro. Users can swipe up or down on the...

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Here’s how the new iPhone 18 Pro stacks up to the last-gen models

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Hands on with the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4

After Apple wrapped up its “Surprise and shine” event today, we were able to get a look at the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. Both of the new watches launch September 18th, with preorders available starting today. The Apple Watch Series 12 once again starts at $399

Apple iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max launch with a familiar design, new A20 Pro SoC, and aperture-controlled camera

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust. Through the looking glass: A new camera with the first-ever aperture controls on an iPhone is the main star of this year's iPhone presentation. With the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple is introducing

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Apple's all-new AirPods 5 bring 'the industry's best Active Noise Cancellation' to an open-ear design — preorder now for just $129

Today's 2026 Apple September Event has unveiled Apple's newest earbuds - the AirPods 5, which are available to preorder today. I'll break down the AirPods 5's new features, where to buy them, and the best preorder deals. Apple claims the AirPods 5

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Here’s how the new iPhone 18 Pro stacks up to the last-gen models

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Apple iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max launch with a familiar design, new A20 Pro SoC, and aperture-controlled camera

Apple's all-new AirPods 5 bring 'the industry's best Active Noise Cancellation' to an open-ear design &mdash; preorder now for just $129

Apple's all-new AirPods 5 bring 'the industry's best Active Noise Cancellation' to an open-ear design — preorder now for just $129