What are the different types of AirPods?

Apple offers three main types: standard AirPods (4th gen, 3rd gen, 2nd gen), AirPods Pro (with Active Noise Cancellation), and AirPods Max (over-ear headphones).

How long does the AirPods battery last?

AirPods typically offer 5–6 hours of listening time per charge, and over 24 hours with the charging case. AirPods Pro and newer models can reach 6–8 hours.

What charging ports do AirPods use?

Older models use Lightning, while newer models (AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 2 USB-C, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2024) use USB-C. Most also support MagSafe/Qi wireless charging.

Are AirPods waterproof?

AirPods are sweat- and water-resistant (especially AirPods Pro and AirPods 3), but they are not fully waterproof and should not be submerged in water.

Can you use AirPods with non-Apple devices?

Yes. AirPods connect via Bluetooth and work with any compatible device, including Android phones, Windows PCs, and tablets.

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AirPods Models

14/09/2025

AirPods Max USB-C (2024)

AirPods Max USB-C Technical Specifications

Model Number	A3184
Color	Midnight Starlight Blue Purple Orange
Audio Technology	Apple-designed dynamic driver Pro-level Active Noise Cancellation1 Transparency mode Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking Adaptive EQ Lossless Audio via USB‑C3
Chip	Apple H1 headphone chip (each ear cup)
Sensors	Optical sensor (each ear cup) Position sensor (each ear cup) Case-detect sensor (each ear cup) Accelerometer (each ear cup) Gyroscope (left ear cup)
Charging Port on Case	USB-C (No wireless charging)

 Apple Documentation: https://support.apple.com/en-us/121205

AirPods 4 ANC – Active Noise Cancellation (2024)

AirPods 4 ANC Technical Specifications

Model Number	AirPod A3056, A3055, A3057 Charging Case A3059
Audio Technology	Custom high-excursion Apple driver Custom high dynamic range amplifier Active Noise Cancellation Adaptive Audio Transparency mode Conversation Awareness Voice Isolation Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking Adaptive EQ Vent system for pressure equalization
Sensors	Dual beamforming microphones Inward-facing microphone Optical in-ear sensor Motion-detecting accelerometer Speech-detecting accelerometer Force sensor
Chip	H2 headphone chip
Charging Port on Case	USB-C + MagSafe

 Apple Documentation: https://support.apple.com/en-us/121204

AirPods 4 (2024)

AirPods 4 Technical Specifications

Model Number	AirPods A3053 A3050 A3054 Charging Case A3058 The Charging Case for AirPods 4 is compatible with two AirPods 4 earbuds. It’s not compatible with AirPods 4 (ANC) earbuds or any other AirPods earbuds other than AirPods 4 earbuds.
Audio Technology	Custom high-excursion Apple driver Custom high dynamic range amplifier Voice Isolation Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking Adaptive EQ Vent system for pressure equalization
Sensors	Dual beamforming microphones Inward-facing microphone Optical in-ear sensor Motion-detecting accelerometer Speech-detecting accelerometer Force sensor
Chip	H2 headphone chip
Charging Port on Case	USB-C + MagSafe

 Apple Documentation: https://support.apple.com/en-us/121203

AirPods Pro 2 USB-C (2023)

AirPods Pro 2 has MagSafe charging case.

Model Number	AirPods A3047 A3048 A3049 Charging Case A2968 There’s also an external speaker on the bottom of the case to indicate charging and battery status, and a lanyard loop on the side.
Audio Technology	Custom high-excursion Apple driver Custom high dynamic range amplifier Active Noise Cancellation Adaptive Transparency Vent system for pressure equalization Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking Adaptive EQ
Sensors	Dual beamforming microphones Inward-facing microphone Skin-detect sensor Motion-detecting accelerometer Speech-detecting accelerometer Touch control Chip
Chip	Apple H2 headphone chip Apple U1 chip in MagSafe Charging Case
Charging Port on Case	USB-C + MagSafe

 Apple Documentation: https://support.apple.com/en-us/111834

AirPods Pro 2 Lightning (2022)

AirPods Pro 2 has MagSafe charging case.

Model Number	AirPods A2931 A2699 A2698 Charging Case A2700
Audio Technology	Custom high-excursion Apple driver Custom high dynamic range amplifier Active Noise Cancellation Adaptive Transparency Vent system for pressure equalization Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking Adaptive EQ
Sensors	Dual beamforming microphones Inward-facing microphone Skin-detect sensor Motion-detecting accelerometer Speech-detecting accelerometer Touch control
Chip	Apple H2 headphone chip Apple U1 chip in MagSafe Charging Case
Charging Port on Case	Lightning + MagSafe

 Apple Documentation: https://support.apple.com/en-us/111851

AirPods 3 (2021)

Model Number	AirPods A2565 A2564 MagSafe Charging Case for AirPods 3 (2021) A2566 Lightning Charging Case for AirPods 3 (2022) A2897
Audio Technology	Custom high-excursion Apple driver Custom high dynamic range amplifier Personalized Spatial audio with dynamic head tracking Adaptive EQ
Sensors	Dual beamforming microphones Inward-facing microphone Skin-detect sensor Motion-detecting accelerometer Speech-detecting accelerometer Force sensor
Chip	H1 headphone chip
Charging Port on Case	Lightning + MagSafe

 Apple Documentation: https://support.apple.com/en-us/111863

AirPods Max Lightning (2020)

Model Number	A2096
Color	Silver Space Gray Sky Blue Pink Green
Audio Technology	Apple-designed dynamic driver Active Noise Cancellation Transparency mode Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking Adaptive EQ
Sensors	Optical sensor (each ear cup) Position sensor (each ear cup) Case-detect sensor (each ear cup) Accelerometer (each ear cup) Gyroscope (left ear cup)
Chip	Apple H1 headphone chip (each ear cup)
Charging Port on Case	Lightning (cable charging only)

 Apple Documentation: https://support.apple.com/en-us/111858

AirPods Pro 1 (2019)

AirPods Pro 1 Technical Specifications

Model Number	AirPods A2084 A2083 Charging Case A2190
Audio Technology	Custom high-excursion Apple driver Custom high dynamic range amplifier Active Noise Cancellation Transparency mode Vent system for pressure equalization Spatial audio with dynamic head tracking Adaptive EQ
Chip	H1 headphone chip
Charging Port on Case	Lightning + Wireless (Qi)