Apple's New AirPods Lineup: What Stays and What Goes

Apple announced two new versions of AirPods 4, discontinuing older models

Apple recently unveiled its latest offerings in the AirPods lineup with two iterations of the fourth generation AirPods. Both variations offer updated designs and unique features that set them apart from previous incarnations. The standard model retails for $129, while the enhanced version with active noise cancellation is priced at $179. The release of these new models led to the discontinuation of the second and third genertaion AirPods, which are still available at a discount on Amazon. Additionally, Apple has updated its AirPods Max headphones, switching from lightning to USB-C port for audio transfer and adding five new colors: blue, purple, midnight, starlight, and orange.