AirPods Pro and AirPods 4: Year's Lowest Prices Today

Today's sale on Apple's latest AirPods models offers fantastic savings across various budgets. Starting with the premium option, the second-generation Apple AirPods Pro with wireless noise-canceling technology is available for just $169.99, a significant drop from its usual price of $240. Next, the Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is discounted to $148.99, down from $179. For those looking for a budget-friendly option, the AirPods 4 without ANC is now priced at $99.99, a reduction from its regular $129. If you're an iPhone user, these earbuds are the top choice to complement your smartphone.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C - $169.99

Originally priced at $249.00, now with a 32% discount, the AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C is the best-sounding "truly wireless" earbuds for iPhone users. They feature a passively isolating in-ear design, excellent active noise cancellation, a low-distortion driver and amplifier, and the advanced Apple H2 chip. Additional features include Adaptive Transparency Mode, allowing you to stay aware of your surroundings without removing the earbuds, and Conversation Mode, which automatically enhances the voices of people you're talking to. This second-generation model switches to a universal USB Type-C port and comes with a MagSafe charging case as standard.

Save Over $40 on the New Apple AirPods 4

Apple AirPods 4 - $99.99

Originally $129.00, now with a 22% discount, the AirPods 4 offers significant value.

Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation - $148.99

Originally $179.00, now with a 17% discount, this model includes ANC. Released in September 2024, the AirPods 4 comes in two variants, differing primarily in the inclusion of noise-canceling technology. Key updates over the AirPods 3 include the newer Apple H2 chip (replacing the H1), Bluetooth 5.3 support (up from 5.0), an improved IP54 resistance rating for dust protection (from IPX4), USB Type-C (replacing Lightning), and a more reliable optical in-ear sensor in place of the skin detect sensor.

Should You Choose the AirPods Pro over AirPods 4 with ANC?

The AirPods Pro, priced at $70 more than the AirPods 4 with ANC, offers superior sound quality and more effective noise cancellation due to its in-ear design. This design includes adjustable tips to ensure a proper seal, which is crucial for optimal performance. In contrast, the AirPods 4 with ANC uses an open-ear design, which can result in sound leakage and less effective noise cancellation. The only reason to opt for the AirPods 4 with ANC would be if you prefer the comfort of an open-ear style over the in-ear design of the AirPods Pro.

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