During its “It’s Glowtime” event, Apple increased the announcements around its headphones. In addition to the improvements made to AirPods Pro 2 and the refresh of AirPod Max,the firm unveiled its highly anticipated AirPods 4. Available intwo versions, the latter seem to keep their promises, particularly in terms of active noise reduction.
The journalists who were able to test them in preview are in fact unanimous: the quality of the noise reduction isimpressivefor headphones that are not in-ear. Small problem, this functionality is reserved formost expensive model, sold for 50 euros more.
A technological feat hailed by the press
First impressions are more than positive. For the CNET journalist, they are a game changer. He describes noise reduction asmajor technological feat.The PC Magazine journalist agrees, calling it the best experienced in an open design.
Even at The Verge, with a tester reluctant to continue using AirPods 4, we recognize that the noise reduction is good enough toenjoy your music at a normal volume, no matter the environment. An observation shared by all the testers. They salute Apple's achievement on this point.
$50 makes all the difference
If the quality of noise reduction is unanimous, its absence on the entry-level model raises questions. To take advantage of this functionality, you have to pay50 euros extra. As a reminder, AirPods 4 are sold for 149 euros, and AirPods 4 with noise reduction are priced at 199 euros.
A choice which risks dividing users, as the Daily Express points out. You must therefore weigh the pros and cons before checking out. We're told in the headset that switching from AirPods 3 to AirPods 4 without noise reduction doesn't necessarily seem worth it.
Furthermore, thehidden capacitive buttonof AirPods 4 revealed after the Keynote, adds a touch of mystery to these headphones already rich in new features. To learn more about this,follow this link.
