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Two versions are sold one withactive noise cancellation each delivering hallmarks similar to their pricier sibling.
The ANC version comes with extras likeAdaptive Audioand the MagSafe charging case with built-in speaker and Find My integration.
Here are 10 hidden features youll want to try out on your new AirPods.
This would have allowed you to seamlessly adjust volume on the stem through swipe gestures.
Heres a nice little workaround to gain instant volume controls.
Thats why you must turn on Sound Recognition.
For instance, if the fire alarm in your building goes off, youll be immediately informed.
The feature also works for other common noises made by animals, household appliances, and people.
Double-tapping the middle of the case when its charging will show the battery status.
However, Apple expanded the buttons functionality on the AirPods 4.
What you dont know is that a notification can be sent to your iPhone whenever leaving the product behind.
Conversation Awareness
This is Apples version ofSonysSpeak-to-Chatfeature.
This is a more effective way to communicate without having to take off the buds.
Multiple charging options
you might power up the AirPods 4 via USB-C charging or wireless charging.
Did you also know they could be charged using theApple Watchcharger?
This comes in handy when you have a fully charged smartphone and no wall adapter for your almost-depleted buds.
Well, now you might decline their calls with a head shake.
The AirPods 4 let you answer/reject calls, messages, and notifications with simple head gestures.
Turn on announce calls and notifications in the AirPods 4s configs to get this working.
Live Listen
This one has been around for a few generations, but AirPods users forget it exists.
Live Listen transforms your Apple smartphone into a live mic.
Every sound it picks up can be heard on the AirPods.
Think about Live Listen the next time your in-laws are in town.
Personalized Volume
Apples Adaptive EQ already does a terrific job of tweaking sound on the go.
However, it doesnt do this with volume.
Adaptive Audio changes that and offers three different features to enhance sound performance.
Personalized Volume is one of them and it adjusts media volume based on your environment.
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