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  "id": 6459624,
  "title": "Apple's all-new AirPods 5 bring 'the industry's best Active Noise Cancellation' to an open-ear design — preorder now for just $129",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apples-all-new-airpods-5-bring-the-industrys-best-active-noise",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-09T18:44:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/apples-all-new-airpods-5-bring-the-industrys-best-active-noise-cancellation-to-an-open-ear-design-preorder-now-for-just-usd129"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "At Apple's 2026 September Event, the company unveiled its latest earbuds, the AirPods 5, which are now available for preorder at $129/£119. The newest earbuds boast industry-leading Active Noise Cancellation in an open-ear design, thanks to advanced acoustic architecture that provides 50% more noise reduction compared to the AirPods 4. They also provide richer, more detailed sound with enhanced dynamic personalized spatial audio. The AirPods 5 come with a more robust design, Live Translation, hands-free Siri access, and up to five hours of playback on a single charge with ANC enabled. The standout feature of the AirPods 5 is their affordability, starting at just $129/£119, offering excellent value for money. Apple is also offering a premium version that includes a Wireless Charging Case, providing extended battery life and on-stem volume control for $149/£139. The AirPods 4 are still only available at Apple stores, but the AirPods 5 should be preorderable soon on third-party platforms like Amazon. They will be shipped and available in stores on September 18, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. The best AirPods 5 preorder deals include offers from Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and other retailers. The AirPods 5 with a Wireless Charging Case and on-stem volume control cost $149/£139. Preorder deals in the US start at $129/£119, while UK prices are £119/£119. The AirPods 5 will officially go on sale on September 18, potentially leading to discounts from third-party retailers during major holiday sales events like Amazon's Prime Day in October and Black Friday in November.",
  "summary": "Preorders for Apple's newest earbuds are live",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Business Standard IN",
        "title": "Apple launches iPhone Duo, 18 Pro series, AirPods 5, and more: Highlights",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/apple-launches-iphone-duo-18-pro-series-airpods-5-and-more-highlights",
        "published": "2026-09-09T19:03:03.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Mashable",
        "title": "How to preorder the 2 new AirPods 5 models",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/how-to-preorder-the-2-new-airpods-5-models",
        "published": "2026-09-09T19:15:12.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "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."
}