AirPods 4 vs. AirPods 5: Is there any benefit to buying last-gen?
THE SO WHAT
The AirPods 4 vs. 5 comparison is a microcosm of consumer hardware now—iterative gains, but enough to nudge average selling prices up. If your product depends on audio UX, assume your users are on a mixed fleet of “good enough” and latest-gen, and optimize for broad compatibility over niche features.
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