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AirPods Pro on your shopping list? Now is the time to buy them

By Mark Jansen Updated October 19, 2020

Amazon Prime Day is over, and so are a lot of the biggest deals. But there are still a lot of deals to choose from if you’re looking to snag a bargain. One of the biggest bargains we’ve come across are for Apple’s AirPods Pro. We saw them drop to their lowest ever price on Prime Day, and it hasn’t dropped since. As a result, if you act quickly, you can still grab them at this best ever price.

Apple’s iconic earbuds are the true wireless headphones to buy if you want to complement your iPhone with some truly seamless tech. The AirPods Pro differ from the standard AirPods by adding a silicon tip to the buds (removing the old EarPods style the AirPods were saddled with) and the new addition of active noise cancelation (ANC). ANC can be used in two ways — either to shut out all noise outside of your buds, or to let in the surrounding noise, which means you can hear the bicycle bell behind you while you have your buds in.

The sound is exceptional, but the battery does suffer a little when compared to other true wireless buds on the market. You’ll get between 4.5 and 5 hours of listening time per charge, but the wireless charging case comes with an extra 24 hours of charge, which does go some way to removing battery anxiety. Siri is always available, and can be used to pause music or call contacts. Best of all, you don’t need an iPhone to take advantage of the AirPods Pro’s advanced features, and they will work with Android phones as well.

Is this worth picking up now? Absolutely. Apple’s AirPods Pro are a style statement for many, and the chance to pick some up for their lowest ever price is going to be a no brainer. But be quick to jump on this sale now, because stock is flying out fast and shipping dates are being pushed back as a result, so grab them fast if you want them in your hands before the holidays.

After some cheaper true wireless earbuds? There are plenty of other AirPods deals happening now.

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AirPods vs AirPods Pro: Which Prime Day deal should you buy?

AirPods Pro resting on an iPhone with open charging case nearby.

Prime Day Apple deals mean we're seeing some great discounts on pretty much all AirPods. That includes price cuts to the older AirPods (2nd generation) so they're down to $90, the AirPods (3rd generation) at $140 and the latest Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) at $200. All of them are worth your time and money, but how do you know they're the right match for your specific needs? Before you delve into the Prime Day deals going on right now, here's a quick explainer on what you need to know about the differences.
Apple AirPods (2nd generation) -- $90, was $129:

Apple AirPods (3rd generation) -- $140, was $169:

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Forget AirPods — Beats Studio Buds are $60 off for Prime Day 2023

The Beats Studio Buds in their charging case.

If you're looking to buy wireless earbuds but Prime Day AirPods deals aren't catching your interest, you may want to turn your attention towards the Beats Studio Buds. They were down to $100 earlier this year, but Amazon is selling them for an even more affordable price of $90 following a $60 discount on their original price of $150. Like most Prime Day deals, we're not sure if this offer will remain available once the shopping holiday ends, so if you want to make sure to get these wireless earbuds for this cheap, you need to process the purchase as soon as you can.

Why you should buy the Beats Studio Buds
The Beats Studio Buds are wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation that offer most of the features that you'll find in the Apple AirPods Pro, but at a significantly lower price. Their impressive ANC is capable of blocking out all external sound, but they also offer a Transparency mode that will let you hear what's going on around you without having to take the wireless earbuds out of your ears. This is incredibly helpful when you need to talk to someone, or when you need to cross a street, for example.

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These AirPods-style Philips earbuds are $25 for Prime Day

Philips T1207 True Wireless Headphones with changeable tips against teal background

With Prime Day finally upon us, there are a ton of great Prime Day deals floating around if you want to get yourself a new set of earbuds. While Amazon is undoubtedly the main contender in the ring right now, and if you want a great deal on a pair of earbuds, the Walmart Prime Day sale is perfect. You can grab these excellent Philips T1207 wireless earbuds for just $25, rather than the usual $40, a significant 38% discount. Keep in mind, though, that this sale is only for Walmart+ members, and while you can get a one-month membership to take advantage of the sale, grabbing the is a much better deal.

Why you should buy the Philips T1207 True Wireless Headphones
If you're looking for a set of budget earbuds that are still high quality, the Philips T1207 is a great choice, especially since they have a lot of features you might find on higher-end earbuds. For example, the included IPX4 rating means they're resistant to the elements, so you can use them when running, working out at the gym, or doing any strenuous activity. The wingtips also help secure your ears so they aren't constantly slipping out, which we certainly appreciate. Speaking of slipping out, one feature we wish was universal is the ability to use one headphone at a time when making calls since you can charge one bud while you use the other, making this one of the best earbuds for making phone calls, at least in the budget range.