iFixit gives Apple's AirPods 4 a 0/10 repairability score

iFixit tore down the AirPods 4 and rated their repairability 0 out of 10, the lowest score. The case opens only when heated to 110 °C, the battery is soldered to a flex cable, and Apple sells no parts or repair guides. By comparison, Fairbuds scored 10/10 and Galaxy Buds Live 8/10.

• AirPods 4 scored 0 out of 10 for repairability by iFixit
• Case opens at 110 °C, charging case at 130 °C
• Battery soldered to flex cable at two points, not replaceable
• Apple sells no parts and publishes no repair guides