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Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) Price in Nepal
Indicative price
Rs. 25,000 – 33,000
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Full specifications
Driver
Custom driver + amp
ANC / transparency
ANC (open-ear, first), Transparency, Adaptive Audio
Codecs
AAC, SBC
Spatial / extras
Personalized Spatial Audio + head tracking
App / EQ
iOS settings (no manual EQ)
Battery (buds)
Up to 4h (ANC) / 5h (off)
Battery (case, total)
Up to 20h (ANC) / 30h with case
Charging
USB-C / Qi / Apple Watch charger
Wireless charging
Yes (Qi)
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.3 (H2)
Multipoint
Auto-switch (Apple ecosystem)
Mic / calls
Voice Isolation, dual beamforming mics
Gaming latency / mode
No game mode (AAC ~150ms)
Form factor
Open-ear (no tips)
IP rating
IP54 (buds + case)
Weight (per bud)
4.3 g
Controls
Force sensor (stem)
Colors
White
Released
2024
Specs sourced from manufacturer data in our research database. Methodology →
Editor’s review
- Open-ear comfort for long Kathmandu workdays: Without silicone tips, the AirPods 4 ANC never creates the "blocked ear" feeling of in-ear earbuds. If you wear earbuds for 6–8 hours at a desk job in Lazimpat or Pulchowk and find in-ears uncomfortable after a few hours, this open design is a significant quality-of-life improvement.
- ANC on an open-ear design — does it actually work? Apple achieved a first here: functional ANC without a physical seal. It reduces steady ambient noise like office AC hum, traffic drone, and café background noise. It is not as powerful as the Pro series for loud, chaotic environments like Kathmandu's Ring Road peak hour, but it is genuinely useful in moderate noise settings.
- IP54 rating for Nepal's monsoon: IP54 protects against directional splashing — adequate for light rain and sweaty commutes. Fine for everyday monsoon use in Kathmandu, though you should avoid heavy downpours. The case also carries IP54, which is better than most open-ear competitors.
- Battery reality: 4 hours with ANC on is the weakest point. For a full workday or long-haul trip from Kathmandu to Pokhara, you will need to use the case for top-ups. The case brings total to 20h ANC or 30h with ANC off — plan charging accordingly during load-shedding hours.
Key Highlights
| 🎧 ANC | ANC (first-ever open-ear ANC), Transparency, Adaptive Audio |
| 🔋 Battery | 4h (ANC) / up to 20h (ANC) / 30h total with case |
| 🎵 Codec | AAC, SBC |
| 💧 IP Rating | IP54 (buds + case) |
Key specs — what they mean
ANC
ANC (open-ear, first), Transparency, Adaptive Audio
Battery
Up to 20h (ANC) / 30h with case
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.3 (H2)
Water resist
IP54 (buds + case)
Pros & cons
Strengths
- iPhone users who find in-ear tips uncomfortable for extended use
- People who need situational awareness throughout the day u2014 the open design lets ambient sound through naturally without needing a transparency mode toggle
- iPhone users upgrading from AirPods 3rd gen who want ANC added to their experience
Weaknesses
- Android users u2014 AAC only, no Spatial Audio, no seamless switching; you are paying for Apple features you cannot access
- Anyone in very noisy environments (Ring Road traffic, construction, loud workshops) u2014 in-ear ANC from AirPods Pro or Sony WF-1000XM5 will be substantially more effective
- Buyers prioritising battery life u2014 4h with ANC is below the competition at this price range
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Warranty & service
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Frequently asked questions
The ANC version adds active noise cancellation, Adaptive Audio mode, Transparency mode, Qi wireless charging for the case, and a slightly higher price (~its priceu20137,000 more in Nepal). For the noise cancellation alone, the ANC version is strongly recommended u2014 Kathmandu ambient noise makes ANC a practical necessity rather than a luxury.
Not quite. Open-ear ANC from the AirPods 4 reduces moderate ambient noise effectively but cannot match the physical isolation of in-ear designs like AirPods Pro. For office and cafu00e9 use in places like Thamel or Jhamsikhel, it works well. For very loud commutes on crowded micro-buses or near construction, in-ear ANC (Pro series or Sony WF-1000XM5) will be noticeably stronger.
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Published Jun 3, 2026 · Last updated Jun 18, 2026