{
  "id": 17959990,
  "title": "Apple AirPods 5 Review: Better Than Before but Not Quite Pro",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/apple-airpods-5-review-better-than-before-but-not-quite-pro",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-03T12:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Wired",
    "slug": "wired",
    "url": "https://www.wired.com/review/apple-airpods-5/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a review of the Apple AirPods 5, a reporter finds them to be an improvement over their predecessors but not quite as good as the AirPods Pro 3. The AirPods 5 come in two versions: one priced at $129 and the other at $149, depending on the type of case. Both versions feature active noise cancellation (ANC) and come with a standard case or a wireless charging case, which provides more battery life. The AirPods 5 have exceptional ANC, removing up to 50% more external noise compared to the AirPods 4. They also support Conversation Awareness, Live Translation, Spatial Audio, and Siri features. However, the reviewer notes that the AirPods Pro 3 offer a more secure fit, integrated heart-rate sensing, and longer battery life with ANC enabled. For casual listeners, the AirPods 5 are a good choice due to their solid noise cancellation and open-ear design. However, for frequent runners and frequent travelers, the reviewer recommends spending $249 on the AirPods Pro 3, as they offer a more secure fit, stronger noise cancellation, and more accessible controls.",
  "summary": "Apple finally made ANC standard across the AirPods lineup. But should you still spring for the AirPods Pro 3?",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}