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AirPods Pro, Samsung Galaxy Buds discounted for Memorial Day

Wireless earphones are pretty much a must these days. Whether you are working out, working from home, or just listening to music, a podcast, or e-book, these tiny listening devices let you move around without getting tangled in a cord. Wireless earphones allow you to complete all of your activities hassle-free, and we have found the top models on sale for Memorial Day. Both Amazon and Best Buy are running deals on true wireless earbuds today — Apple AirPods and Samsung Galaxy Buds are both discounted, so whether you’re an Apple fan or Android user, there is a pair of earbuds for you.

Apple AirPods

— $130, was $159

Apple AirPods are the first model of wireless earbuds by Apple. They revolutionized wireless earbuds and left many other companies scrambling to catch up and attempt to compete. AirPods come with their own carrying case that also acts as a charger. They automatically turn on once placed in your ears easily pair with all of your Apple Devices. Utilize Siri as you normally would with a simple “Hey Siri,” and command the AirPods with a double-tap to play or skip songs or hang up phone calls. AirPods deliver rich and high-quality audio all day — one charge of the carrying case provides multiple charges to the buds.

Apple AirPods (2nd Gen) with Charging Case — $130, was $159:

Apple AirPods (2nd Gen) with Wireless Charging Case — $150, was $200:

Apple AirPods Pro

— $230, was $249

Apple AirPods Pro are the next and best level of AirPods. They have all of the fantastic features of the regular AirPods mentioned above, with added technology for enhanced performance. Active noise cancellation makes the sound more immersive, and transparency mode allows for listening while staying connected to the world around you. AirPods Pro also come with three different sizes of soft and tapered silicone tips for a customizable fit that will be comfortable in every ear, and the adaptive EQ automatically tunes music to the shape of your ear. The wireless charging case for the AirPods Pro provides over 24 hours of battery life with one charge.

Samsung Galaxy Buds

— $110, was $130

Galaxy Buds
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The Samsung Galaxy Buds offer exceptional bass and wide-ranging sound via Bluetooth technology. Featuring adaptive dual microphones that enhance speech clarity regardless of the noise around you. The ergonomic and compact design provide comfort and portability. The carrying case also doubles as a charger and offers up to 13 hours of battery life while on the go. Also featuring a quick charge option, when you are in a hurry, you can get an additional 1.7 hours of play time in just 15 minutes of charge time. Galaxy Buds are splash, sweat, and spill-resistant and are compatible with both Android and iOS.

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Apple AirPods Max are $100 off in Amazon’s weekend flash sale
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We don't often see excellent deals on Apple products, especially its higher-end stuff like the AirPods Max. That's exactly why we're so happy to see this deal from Amazon that discounts the AirPods Max down to $450 from $549, a whopping $100 discount we rarely see.

Why you should buy the Apple AirPods Max
There's a lot to say about the Apple AirPods Max, the least of which is that they have excellent audio thanks to Apple's H1 audio chip, which each cup has. Having so many chips on there means you get some fancy features, such as spatial audio and industry-leading ANC. As for audio fidelity, it's very clear, although not as punchy as something like the Sony WH-1000XM4, which isn't to say it isn't as deep; it has excellent bass, but it doesn't have the same mid-range boost as the XM4. As for the treble range, it's similarly clear and sparkly without being too tinny sounding, which makes it easier when listening to brass instruments, so it's great if you're into jazz or classical music. One thing to note is that you might get different listening experiences depending on whether ANC is on or off, but that seems to vary significantly by person.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds deals: Save on Galaxy Buds 2, Galaxy Buds Live
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If you're looking at headphone deals for wireless earbuds but you're not impressed with the offers for Apple's AirPods, you may want to check out the discounts involving the Samsung Galaxy Buds. There are several models available for Samsung's wireless earbuds, so to help you figure out what to purchase, we've gathered the top Samsung Galaxy Buds deals that are available right now. We're not sure how long these offers will remain online though, so you better hurry with your decision on which one to buy.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live -- $66, was $140

The most interesting feature of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live is its non-traditional design for wireless earbuds -- instead of sitting inside your ear canal with silicon eartips, they rest outside the canal and against the inside of your concha. They will take some getting used to, but once you do, you'll be enjoying wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, compatibility with both Android and iOS devices, and a battery that can last up to 8 hours on a single charge and a total of up to 29 hours with their charging case, if ANC and the Bixby wake word are turned off.

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AirPods Pro just crashed to their cheapest-ever price
AirPods Pro resting on an iPhone with open charging case nearby.

We've been waiting for it and finally, Amazon has the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) below $200. To be specific, they're down to $199 from $249 so you save $50 off the regular price. Easily the highlight of the AirPods deals right now, this is one not to be missed. Of course, there's a slim chance we could see them even cheaper when Prime Day deals hit soon but we have the solution here. Buy now and you can always return them for a full refund, provided you don't unbox them. We'll be surprised to see them go cheaper though, so here's some quick insight into why you need them in your life.

Why you should buy the Apple AirPods Pro 2
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are fantastic earphones. Richly deserving of their place as the best wireless earbuds for Apple fans, they sound great. You get a richer audio experience than with previous Apple earbuds. It's thanks to the Apple-designed H2 chip which provides advanced audio performance, smarter noise cancellation and more immersive sound.

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