Apple launches special edition AirPods 5 in India

Apple is celebrating the festive season of Diwali in India with a limited edition AirPods 5, featuring rangoli-inspired engraving.

The case design is inspired by traditional Indian art, featuring a decorative pattern around a heart-eyed emoji. The earbuds cost ₹17,900 (around $187), which matches the Indian price of the regular AirPods 5 with wireless charging case.

The celebrations also include free rangoli workshops created with artist Arushi Kathuria. Participants will use Procreate on iPad with an Apple Pencil, including a custom brush that recreates the look of powder. The sessions will take place from October 14 to November 9 in India and selected locations in the United States, Canada, Malaysia and Singapore.

Sales of the limited edition AirPods began on October 11 and will continue until November 11, 2026, subject to stock. Customers can order through Apple’s online store and Apple Store app, or purchase from its six retail locations across India.

Apple limits purchases to two pairs per customer and excludes the edition from other AirPods promotions and purchasing plan pricing for business, education, and corporate employees. Its terms of purchase also warn that repairs or replacements may involve standard edition ‌AirPods 5‌ with wireless charging case, depending on supply.