AirPods 4 are already Apple’s most reasonably priced wireless earbuds, and a deal lets you pick up a pair for only $89.99. That’s within a dollar of the lowest price ever.
Another version of Apple’s earbuds adds active noice cancellation. It costs a bit more, but a deal lets you pick up a pair for just $138.99 (22% off the regular price). Or you could go for AirPods Pro 2, which are currently at $199 (20% off).
Whether you need to replace an aging set of earbuds or get your first, now could be a great time to buy.
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AirPods deal: Way better wireless earbuds than before
Apple redesigned AirPods 4 for exceptional all-day comfort and greater stability. It features the Apple-designed H2 chip with Voice Isolation that improves the quality of phone calls in loud conditions.
This version does not include active noise cancellation, but Apple does offer AirPods 4 with ANC for a slightly higher price.
- Most affordable AirPods
- Excellent sound quality
- USB-C wireless charging case
- No active noise cancellation
AirPods have become practically ubiquitous. Anytime I’m out in public, I see people wearing them. I’m not surprised — there’s no better earbuds for iPhone. Audio quality is excellent.
The price used to be high, but AirPods 4 came in at only $129 … and that’s before this deal. And the earbuds received a minor redesign that makes them more comfortable, with a more secure fit. The latest version also offers personalized Spatial Audio. Plus, the charging case moved to USB-C for easier charging. (No more Lightning.)
Another version of AirPods 4 adds many professional-grade features. That includes active noise cancellation as well as Transparency mode, Adaptive Audio and Conversational Awareness. They’re closer competition for AirPods Pro 2 than their predecessor, although active noise cancellation isn’t as effective without silicone eartips, as discussed in the Cult of Mac review. The extra features bump the price up … but a deal drops the cost back down a bit.
The AirPods advantage
Apple’s earbuds aren’t the cheapest wireless earbuds, but they offer a premium experience with iPhone, Mac and iPad. For instance, they seamlessly switch their connection to whatever device you’re currently using, an advantage of the Apple ecosystem.
Buyers should be careful of budget earbuds. Cheap ones sound, well, cheap. High-quality speakers tiny enough to fit inside an ear aren’t a dime a dozen. And long battery life is rare in discount products.
AirPods deal means you don’t pay full price
The usual cost for the basic AirPods 4 is $129 (as noted), but this deal saves you 30%. That’s $39 below the regular cost — entry-level AirPods for well under $100!
Buy it from: Amazon
Apple redesigned AirPods 4 for exceptional all-day comfort and greater stability. It features the Apple-designed H2 chip with Voice Isolation that improves the quality of phone calls in loud conditions.
This version does not include active noise cancellation, but Apple does offer AirPods 4 with ANC for a slightly higher price.
- Most affordable AirPods
- Excellent sound quality
- USB-C wireless charging case
- No active noise cancellation
For those looking for additional features, Apple charges $179 for AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, but Amazon knocked $40 off the cost.
Buy it from: Amazon
Apple's trend-setting earbuds add noise cancellation to the mix. They don't use silicone tips, so some noise seeps in, but features like Adaptive Audio, Transparency Mode and Personalized Spatial Audio make them a winner.
- Excellent sound quality
- Apple's H2 chip enables advanced features
- USB-C wireless charging case
- Noise cancellation isn't as good as AirPods Pro
Alternatively, you can opt for AirPods Pro 2. The list price for these is $249, but a 20% discount drops the cost to $199. Just be aware that AirPods Pro 3 could arrive this year.
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AirPods Pro 2 are a fantastic pair of earbuds for your iPhone, delivering terrific sound quality, excellent ANC, and advanced features like Personalized Spatial Audio.
- Fab sound quality
- Excellent ANC
- Hearing Health features let them double as clinical-grade hearing aids and active hearing protection
- USB-C wireless charging case
- Hard to come up with one
