The Apple AirPods 4 are said to be ideal gym earbuds and travel companion for commuters listening to music, podcasts or audiobooks
The Apple AirPods 4 have ‘brilliant sound’ and ‘work seamlessly’ according to shoppers(Image: Apple/Very)
Few things disrupt a morning commute or a focused gym session faster than a subpar set of earbuds that fail to drown out background noise. Fortunately for bargain-hunting tech fans, a notable price drop on the Apple AirPods 4 has brought the latest-generation wireless earbuds down to £99 at Very.
Currently flagged on Very’s site as ‘in demand’ and “selling fast,’ the price cut makes a premier Apple accessory considerably more accessible. The AirPods 4 feature an overhauled acoustic architecture and a refined contour tailored for enhanced all-day comfort and stability during active use.
Under the hood, Apple’s high-performance H2 chip powers the earbuds, enabling advanced features like Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking. This technology creates a three-dimensional, theatre-like soundstage for movies, TV shows, games, and streaming playlists.
For workout enthusiasts, both the earbuds and the compact charging case carry an IP54 rating for dust, sweat, and water resistance, ensuring protection against heavy rainfall and intense gym sessions alike. Battery life remains a strong selling point: the earbuds deliver up to five hours of listening time on a single charge, with the bundled USB-C charging case extending total playback to 30 hours.
Naturally, high-street competitors offer alternatives for different budgets and fit preferences. At Argos, the Beats Solo Buds In-Ear True Wireless Earbuds are listed for £79.95, with a sleek, ultra-compact design in six colourways: translucent red, purple, black, grey, cream, and ivory. While cheaper than the AirPods, one Very customer did claim of the Apple in-ears: “Brilliant sound, better than Beats, charges really quickly.”
AirPods 4
The AirPods 4 were redesigned by Apple for ‘exceptional all-day comfort and greater stability’.
For those preferring an open-ear design that sits outside the ear canal, the premium Bose Ultra Open Bluetooth Earbuds (£159.95) are a great choice. The speakers sit a short distance from the ear canal, so customers can still hear their surroundings while enjoying quality audio.
Returning to the Apple AirPods 4, the device currently maintains a solid 4.4-star rating on Very’s website from verified buyers. One shopper remarked: “Bought these for my son, he said they’re the best he’s ever had, and the charge is amazing.”
Meanwhile, a second shopper wrote: “I’m really happy with my recent purchase of the Apple AirPods. They were incredibly easy to set up and worked seamlessly with my devices right away.
“The sound quality is great, and I love how convenient they are to use. Charging is simple thanks to the compact charging case, which is easy to carry around. Overall, I’m very satisfied with my purchase and would definitely recommend them to others.”
Elsewhere, this customer shared: “Bought them as a gift; friend is so happy. She said they’ve helped her a lot during work and gym.”
Though one observed: “The last AirPods I bought, the first-gen ones, were so much louder than the AirPods 4; they seem very quiet. When I’m in the gym I can hear weights being dropped more than I can hear my music.”
Meanwhile, this Apple fan said: “I bought these a week ago; they were very easy to set up and link to my iPhone. I’ve loved listening to music on my walk to work and watching Netflix on my lunch break using my AirPods.”
