AirPods 5

AirPods 5 bring Active Noise Cancellation to Apple’s open-ear design, giving you more control over outside noise without the use of silicone ear tips. For shoppers comparing AirPods, they combine the familiar open-ear fit with the H2 chip, intelligent noise control, improved acoustics, and features designed for music, movies, games, calls, and everyday listening.

A redesigned multiport acoustic architecture delivers greater depth, clarity, and detail, while next-generation Adaptive EQ tunes sound to the shape of your ears across a wider range of frequencies. AirPods 5 also support Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive experience with compatible content. 

Enjoy Open-Ear Comfort with Active Noise Cancellation

AirPods 5 are designed for all-day comfort and fit with an open-ear shape that does not use interchangeable silicone ear tips. Despite the open design, Active Noise Cancellation is included and is up to 1.5x more effective at blocking noise than the previous generation, according to Apple.

The H2 chip and redesigned acoustic architecture work together to reduce distracting sounds while keeping the lightweight open-ear experience that distinguishes standard AirPods from AirPods Pro. 

Adapt What You Hear to Your Surroundings

AirPods 5 give you several ways to manage outside sound throughout the day. Transparency lets surrounding sounds come through so you can remain aware of what is happening around you, while Active Noise Cancellation helps reduce unwanted background noise.

Adaptive Audio blends Transparency and Active Noise Cancellation in real time based on your changing environment. Conversation Awareness can also recognize when you begin speaking to someone nearby, automatically lower the volume of your media, and bring it back when your conversation ends. 

Hear More Detail in Music, Movies, and Games

The redesigned multiport acoustic architecture is built to provide greater depth, clarity, and detail across your listening experience. Next-generation Adaptive EQ adjusts sound based on the shape of your ears across a broader frequency range for more accurate and immersive audio.

Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking can place compatible sound around you to create a three-dimensional listening experience for music, movies, and games. 

Make Calls and Record Audio More Clearly

AirPods 5 use dual beamforming microphones and Voice Isolation to help make your voice clearer during calls. Advanced computational audio minimizes background noise, including in loud or windy conditions, so the person on the other end can hear you more clearly.

AirPods 5 also support studio-quality audio recording for high-fidelity voice recordings when used with compatible devices and software. 

Stay Connected Across Your Apple Devices

AirPods 5 pair with devices connected to your Apple Account. Bring them near a compatible iPhone or iPad and tap Connect, and they can work seamlessly across supported Apple devices including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple Vision Pro, and Apple TV.

They can also sense when you remove them from your ears and pause playback automatically. AirPods 5 support features such as Live Translation and Siri AI as well, with availability depending on language, region, software, and other requirements. 

Designed for Workouts and Everyday Use

AirPods 5 have an IP57 rating for resistance to dust, sweat, and water. This makes them suited to workouts and everyday exposure to moisture while maintaining their open-ear design.

AirPods 5 are water resistant, not waterproof. Apple notes that resistance is not a permanent condition and may decrease with normal wear. 

Battery Life and Charging Options for Your Routine

AirPods 5 with the USB-C Charging Case offer up to 4 hours of battery life on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation enabled and up to 20 hours when used with the charging case.

AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case offer up to 5 hours on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation and up to 22 hours with the case. Both models support USB-C charging, while the Wireless Charging Case can also be recharged with an Apple Watch charger or a Qi-certified charger. 

Keep Track of Your AirPods with Find My

The Find My app can help you locate AirPods 5 if they are misplaced. You can see how close they are and receive separation alerts when they move outside Bluetooth range.

AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case add a built-in speaker to the case, allowing you to play a sound through Find My to help locate it nearby. 

Choose the AirPods 5 That Work Best for You

Both AirPods 5 options include the H2 chip, Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency, Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Personalized Spatial Audio, and IP57 resistance.

Choose AirPods 5 with the USB-C Charging Case if you want the core AirPods 5 listening experience with USB-C charging and up to 4 hours of battery life with Active Noise Cancellation.

Consider AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case if you also want up to 5 hours of battery life with Active Noise Cancellation, volume adjustment by swiping the force sensor on the stem, Apple Watch and Qi wireless charging, and a case speaker for Find My. 

Explore AirPods 5 at Best Buy Canada to find the option that best fits how you listen and charge.

FAQ About AirPods 5

Do AirPods 5 have Active Noise Cancellation?

Yes. Active Noise Cancellation is included on both AirPods 5 options. Apple says it blocks up to 1.5x more noise than the previous generation. 

Do AirPods 5 have silicone ear tips?

No. AirPods 5 use an open-ear design and do not use the interchangeable silicone ear tips found on AirPods Pro. 

Are AirPods 5 waterproof?

No. AirPods 5 are rated IP57 for resistance to dust, sweat, and water, but they are not waterproof. 

How long does the AirPods 5 battery last?

AirPods 5 offer up to 4 hours per charge with Active Noise Cancellation and up to 20 hours with the USB-C Charging Case. The Wireless Charging Case version offers up to 5 hours per charge and up to 22 hours with the case. 

Can AirPods 5 charge wirelessly?

AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case can recharge using an Apple Watch charger or Qi-certified charger in addition to USB-C. Standard AirPods 5 use USB-C charging. 

Can AirPods 5 work with non-Apple devices?

Yes. Apple says AirPods can be used as wireless Bluetooth headphones with compatible non-Apple devices, although some functionality may be limited.