Description
AirPods 4 (ANC) Availability and Price in Kenya
The Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation were announced at Apple’s September 2024 event alongside the standard AirPods 4, offering a unique proposition — effective ANC in an open-ear design without silicone ear tips, at a price below AirPods Pro. The AirPods 4 (ANC) price in Kenya is available at Simu Store Kenya. They made noise cancellation accessible to users who preferred open-ear comfort.
📅 Availability in Kenya
| Global Launch: | September 2024 |
| Available in Kenya: | Late 2024 / Early 2025 |
| Stock Status: | ✓ In Stock — Available Now |
This product is currently in stock and available for purchase at Simu Store Kenya. Order today for fast delivery across Nairobi and Kenya.
Design & Fit
The AirPods 4 (ANC) shared the same redesigned ergonomic form as the standard AirPods 4, with the same comfortable open-ear fit — making it the first Apple earphone to offer ANC without requiring an in-ear seal.
Key Design Features
- Same all-new ergonomic shape as AirPods 4
- Open-ear design — ANC without silicone tips
- IPX4 sweat and water resistant earbuds
- IPX4 rated USB-C case with Find My speaker
- USB-C Wireless Charging case (MagSafe compatible)
- Skin-detect sensor for automatic ear detection
- Lightweight and discreet design
Audio Performance
The H2 chip’s audio architecture delivered significantly improved sound quality alongside ANC processing — with Personalised Spatial Audio, Adaptive Audio, and Voice Isolation for clear calls.
Sound Features
- H2-powered custom driver
- Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
- Adaptive Audio (blends ANC and Transparency intelligently)
- Dolby Atmos and Apple Music Spatial Audio
- Adaptive EQ for ear-shape sound tuning
- Voice Isolation for clear calls in noisy environments
- Dual beamforming microphones
Active Noise Cancellation
ANC without an in-ear seal was a first for Apple — the H2 chip adapted the noise cancellation to the open-ear environment, while Adaptive Audio automatically blended ANC and Transparency based on the environment.
ANC & Transparency Features
- Active Noise Cancellation (open-ear — first for Apple)
- Adaptive Audio (auto-blends ANC and Transparency)
- Transparency mode for natural environmental audio
- H2-powered ANC computation
- Conversation Awareness reduces music when speaking
- Toggle ANC / Adaptive Audio / Transparency / Off
- Suitable for commuting, offices, and light environments
Apple H2 Performance
The H2 chip enabled ANC, Adaptive Audio, Personalised Spatial Audio, and Conversation Awareness in the open-ear AirPods 4 — the same chip as AirPods Pro 2 for consistent quality.
Performance Features
- Apple H2 headphone chip
- ANC in open-ear environment (unique capability)
- Adaptive Audio computation
- Personalised Spatial Audio
- Conversation Awareness detection
- Voice Isolation for calls
- Automatic device switching
Battery Life & Charging
Up to 5 hours with ANC enabled and 30 hours total with the USB-C MagSafe charging case — impressive endurance for an open-ear ANC earphone.
Charging Features
- USB-C MagSafe Wireless Charging case
- MagSafe, Qi, and USB-C charging compatible
- Quick charge capability
Battery Improvements
- Up to 5 hours with ANC on
- 30 hours total with case
- MagSafe wireless charging case
- Find My speaker in case
- USB-C for universal charging
Connectivity & Controls
Bluetooth 5.3 with H2 chip and automatic device switching provided fast, reliable connectivity across all Apple devices.
Connectivity Features
- Bluetooth 5.3
- Automatic device switching (iCloud)
- Instant iPhone pairing
- Find My for earbuds and case
- Hands-free Siri
- Works with non-Apple devices via Bluetooth
- MagSafe case for wireless charging
Apple Ecosystem Integration
AirPods 4 (ANC) integrated with the full Apple ecosystem including Personalised Spatial Audio, Adaptive Audio for smart environment awareness, and the MagSafe case for convenient wireless charging.
Ecosystem Features
- Personalised Spatial Audio with ear scan
- Adaptive Audio for smart ANC/Transparency blending
- Automatic switching between Apple devices
- Hands-free Siri
- Find My with case speaker
- MagSafe wireless charging
- Spatial Audio for Apple TV+ and Apple Music
Conclusion
The Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) achieved something unique — effective Active Noise Cancellation in an open-ear design without silicone tips, alongside Adaptive Audio, Personalised Spatial Audio, and a MagSafe case. Available at Simu Store Kenya, they are the ideal choice for users who want ANC convenience in the classic open AirPods form.
