Apple Inc. introduced its wireless Bluetooth earphones, AirPods, a few years ago, and they remain one of its best-selling accessories. Though launched for Apple, these earbuds are not exclusive to Apple devices and can be used with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. AirPods have better noise cancellation, and users can easily call, listen to music, and connect with other Apple and non-Apple devices. Here are a few things one needs to know about AirPods:
1. Main types of AirPods
Four types of AirPods exist: Pro 2nd Gen, 2nd Gen, 3rd Gen, and AirPods Max. The AirPods Max is an over-the-ear headphone. All the models come with a lightning charging case. One can also choose AirPods with a MagSafe charging case. They differ in terms of size, weight, battery capacity, type of sensors, and mics. Some of the important features of the different AirPods are as follows:
- AirPods 2nd Generation
Costing $129, the AirPods 2nd Generation is the standard model and offers five hours of listening on one charge or 24 hours of listening with a charging case. Other salient features include an H1 chip, double-tap, dual optical sensors, and a motion-detecting accelerometer. - AirPods Pro 2nd Generation
At $249, AirPods Pro are advanced AirPods from Apple with many features unavailable in other models. It offers six hours of listening on one charge and up to 30 hours of listening time with a charging case. Some of the main features of AirPods Pro 2nd Generation include an H2 chip, adaptive audio, active noise cancellation, transparency mode, personalized spatial audio with dynamic head, conversation awareness, touch control, dust, sweat, and water-resistant technology.
- AirPods 3rd Generation
At $169, this one is similar to the AirPods Pro (2nd Gen). The 3rd Generation offers up to six and 30 hours of listening with a charging case. The difference is that it has many technically advanced features and additional features that improve performance and audio quality. It includes an H1 chip, a force sensor, personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, sweat and water-resistant technology, adaptive EQ, a skin-detect sensor, a motion and speech-detecting accelerometer, and dual beamforming microphones.
- AirPods Max
At $549, the AirPods Max are luxurious, stylish, and comfortable over-ear phones that completely enclose the user’s ears, providing superior isolation. They offer 20 hours of listening on one charge and come with a smart case. The AirPods Max can be charged through the lightning case. Users can buy a bidirectional lightning-to-3.5-mm audio cable and plug the AirPods directly into their devices. Other essential features of the AirPods Max include an H1 chip, active noise cancellation, personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, an optical sensor, position sensors, a case-detect sensor, and nine microphones.
2. Accessories that users require for AirPods
There are a few accessories that can be useful for those who have AirPods. Apple AirTag helps users locate the AirPods case. It can emit a sound, making it easy to locate the AirPods in case they are misplaced. Additionally, the magnetic anti-loss straps can be wrapped around the neck. When the AirPods fall out of the ear, one can use the strap end to push them right back into the ear before they fall.
3. AirPods sale that one should not miss
While Apple does not always offer discounts or deals on AirPods, one can find multiple deals in other retail stores and websites during Black Friday or the months leading up to it. Users can find basic AirPods under $100 on Amazon. AirPods make for an ideal gift for family and friends. Customers can find discounts of up to $40 for the basic AirPods and up to 30% off on the more expensive Pro and Max models. Here are the AirPod discounts that one can expect:
- Up to $40 off on 2nd Gen AirPods with a charging case
Adorama is one of the authorized dealers for Apple products. One can save up to $40 on the AirPods with Charging Case (2nd Generation). Buy this for $109.99 against the original cost of $149.99. - $50 limited discount on Apple AirPods Max
Grab a rare $50 on the most advanced Apple AirPods Max from B&H online. One can choose from five colors: green, pink, silver, sky blue, and space gray. - $70 off on the Apple AirPods with wireless charging case
Get a savings of $70 on Apple AirPods 2nd Generation at the Expercomm website, and also check if the deal is available in any stores nearby. - $50 off on Walmart’s AirPods Pro 2nd Generation with lightning case
Save $50 on the White AirPods Pro 2nd Generation from Apple. Buy it for $199, against the market price of $249.