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Beats Solo 4

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Announced April 2024, on sale since May 2024.

Beats Solo 4 are light on-ear headphones with physical controls, Bluetooth 5.3 and both USB-C and 3.5 mm audio. Beats claims up to 50 hours per charge and confirms there is no active noise cancelling. The 3.5 mm connection works even when the battery is flat. MacRumors heard less outside noise while music was playing. Early reviewers differ on bass and long-wear comfort. Compare dated retailer cards across five markets, Apple’s exact guide and the regional one-year warranty terms.

First published 27 Sep 2026

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What the reviewers found

Where reviews agree

Recurring strengths and trade-offs

Wired listening remains an option

In first-weeks reviews, MacRumors and Tech Spurt both note the included USB-C and 3.5 mm cables. Both explain that 3.5 mm playback works with an empty headphone battery.

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No active noise cancellation

In first-weeks reviews, MacRumors and Tech Spurt both flag the lack of active noise cancellation. If noise cancelling is essential for your commute, Solo 4 do not offer it.

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Where experiences differ

What depends on needs and context

Refined sound versus weak bass

In a later 2024 roundup, Mark Ellis calls Solo 4 sound more refined than the old bass-heavy Beats profile. During a first-weeks listen, ShaieJenny hears clear vocals but finds the bass too restrained for her music. These are personal listening judgments, not a shared measurement.

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On-ear comfort depends on the listener

In a later roundup, Mark Ellis calls Solo 4 comfortable for an on-ear headphone. In a first-weeks review, MacRumors found the fit initially improved but needed to reposition the cups after ear fatigue. Glasses, earrings and session length can change the result for you.

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Before you buy

Compare dated retailer destinations

The retailer cards below link to exact Solo 4 destinations checked on 26 September 2026 in the US, Canada, UK, Australia and New Zealand. Prices, seller, colour and stock can change at checkout. Do not confuse Solo 4 with Solo 3, Solo Pro or Solo Buds.

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Read your local one-year warranty

Apple’s regional Beats accessory warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for one year from original retail purchase. It excludes accidental damage and normal depletion of consumables. Statutory consumer rights remain separate and vary by market.

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The USB-C power adapter is separate

Beats includes the USB-C cable for charging and audio, a 3.5 mm audio cable and a soft case. The USB-C power adapter is sold separately. A 3.5 mm source can play through the headphones even if their battery is flat.

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Try the on-ear fit

Solo 4 rest on your ears rather than enclosing them. Later reviewer Mark Ellis found the fit comfortable, while MacRumors needed breaks after ear fatigue in first-weeks use. If you wear glasses or listen for long sessions, try the clamp and cushions yourself.

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There is no ANC or Transparency

Beats confirms Solo 4 omit active noise cancelling; SoundGuys also reports no Transparency mode. MacRumors heard less outside noise while music was playing in first-weeks listening, but that observation is not an isolation measurement.

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Passive isolation depends on the fit

Solo 4 lack active noise cancelling. In first-weeks listening, MacRumors reported barely hearing nearby construction while music was playing. That single listening test does not establish cushion attenuation for every head shape or environment.

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Physical earcup controls

MacRumors demonstrated the earcup buttons for music, calls and a voice assistant in first-weeks use. The controls avoid touch gestures; the early test does not establish long-term durability.

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Both audio cables are included

In a first-weeks unboxing, MacRumors found both USB-C and 3.5 mm cables in the Solo 4 case. Beats confirms USB-C wired audio, while the 3.5 mm connection works with a flat battery.

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Do Beats Solo 4 cancel noise?

No. Beats says Solo 4 do not feature active noise cancelling. MacRumors reported barely hearing nearby construction while music was playing in first-weeks listening; that is not a measured noise-cancellation result.

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When did Beats Solo 4 launch?

Beats opened US Solo 4 orders on 30 April 2024 and said US shipping would begin on 2 May 2024. The retailer cards below show destinations checked on 26 September 2026, without promising current stock.

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How long does the battery last?

Beats claims up to 50 hours per charge and up to 5 hours from a 10-minute Fast Fuel charge. Its lab conditions used preproduction Solo 4 and an iPhone 15 Pro at 50% volume with 256 kbps AAC. Your runtime can vary; 3.5 mm cable playback works without battery power.

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What warranty covers Beats Solo 4?

Apple’s regional Beats accessory warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for one year from original retail purchase, with accidental damage and normal consumable depletion excluded. Your statutory consumer rights are separate.

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Do they work with iPhone and Android?

Yes. Beats lists one-touch pairing for compatible Apple and Android devices, with platform-specific finding and switching features. The Beats app supports some Android controls.

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Do Beats Solo 4 have a transparency mode?

No. SoundGuys’ exact Solo 4 review reports no Transparency mode; Beats separately confirms there is no ANC.

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Can I listen when the battery is empty?

Yes, through the included 3.5 mm audio cable. Beats says that connection needs no headphone battery power. USB-C audio is also supported when the device and cable permit it.

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Where is the official Solo 4 guide?

Apple’s Beats Solo 4 user guide covers setup, controls, wired listening and care.

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United States

Limited warranty covers hardware defects in materials and workmanship for 12 months.

Excludes accidental damage, normal depletion of consumable parts.

Source · checked 26 Sept 2026

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