Audio · Retina & Beyond · 2019
AirPods Pro (1st generation)
A redesign with squishy ear tips, a Transparency mode and genuinely good active noise cancellation. The model that made AirPods Pro a commuter and traveller staple.
First AirPods with active noise cancellation and a silicone in-ear design.
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AirPods Pro (1st generation): key facts
When was the AirPods Pro (1st generation) released?
The AirPods Pro (1st generation) arrived on October 30, 2019. Apple discontinued it in September 2022.
How much did the AirPods Pro (1st generation) cost?
The AirPods Pro (1st generation) launched at $249 in 2019, about $306 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What specs stand out?
Key specs: Apple H1, Lightning (charging case).
Why does the AirPods Pro (1st generation) matter?
First AirPods with active noise cancellation and a silicone in-ear design.
Full specifications
| CPU | Apple H1 |
|---|---|
| Cores | 1 |
| Memory (RAM) | — |
| Storage | — |
| Display | — |
| GPU | — |
| Ports | Lightning (charging case) |
| Weight | 5.4 g each |
| Dimensions | In-ear (silicone tips) + case |
| Operating system | AirPods firmware (H1) |
| Released | October 30, 2019 |
| Discontinued | September 2022 |
| Launch price | $249 |
How the AirPods Pro (1st generation) compares to today
Launched at $249 in 2019, about $306 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Method note: clock comparisons use frequency only; price conversions use US CPI.
Sources
Specs checked against Apple technical specifications archive, EveryMac, Mactracker, Wikimedia Commons image credits.
Did you know?
A force sensor in the stem let you pinch to control playback instead of tapping.
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Last updated: 2026-08-11