{
  "id": 6699122,
  "title": "AirPods 5 just pulled off the impossible for Apple — more features, lower price",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/airpods-5-just-pulled-off-the-impossible-for-apple-more-features",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-11T03:36:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/airpods-5-just-pulled-off-the-impossible-for-apple-more-features-lower-price"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple's AirPods 5 just shattered expectations by offering more features and a lower price. The wireless charging case and on-stem volume control, previously exclusive to AirPods Pro, are now included in the AirPods 5 line. Both AirPods 5 models come at a lower price than their predecessor, the AirPods 4 with ANC, which launched at AU$299 two years ago. The new AirPods 5 models can be purchased for AU$219 and AU$249, respectively. Apple claims industry-leading noise cancellation in an open-ear design, enhanced sound quality, and support for Personalised Spatial Audio. Additionally, these new AirPods boast improved durability and up to five hours of playtime with ANC activated. The AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case also features wireless charging capabilities and on-stem volume control, which is especially convenient for users like myself who own AirPods Pro 3. These AirPods 5 and AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case will be available for pre-order starting September 18, with Amazon offering the best deal at AU$217.",
  "summary": "For a company that's been quite fond of price increases in recent times, a price drop on one of its most-popular products is welcomed with open arms.",
  "key_points": [
    "AirPods 5 offers more features, lower price",
    "Wireless charging case, on-stem volume control included",
    "Available for pre-order September 18, Amazon's AU$217 deal"
  ],
  "editors_take": "AirPods 5's blend of added features and reduced price reshapes Apple's wireless earbuds lineup, potentially pressuring competitors and redefining consumer expectations for affordable premium audio products.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "9to5Mac",
        "title": "9to5Mac Daily: September 10, 2026 – AirPods 5, iPhone price increases",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/9to5mac-daily-september-10-2026-airpods-5-iphone-price-increases",
        "published": "2026-09-11T00:45:36.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}