By Lily Rose, Fox Van Allen
Updated on: May 18, 2022 / 12:25 PM / Essentials
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The time is right to treat yourself to a new pair of Apple AirPods. Right now, Amazon has every model of Apple AirPods on sale, from the budget-minded, second-generation Apple AirPods ($100) to the new Apple AirPods Pro ($175). Plus, if you're an Amazon Prime member, you can get these Apple AirPods with free two-day shipping, and in some locations, free one-day shipping.
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Best 2nd Generation Apple AirPods deal at Amazon: Apple AirPods (2nd Generation), $119 (reduced from $159)
Best 3rd Generation Apple AirPods deal at Amazon: Apple AirPods Pro, $197 (reduced from $249)
If you're planning to get more active this summer, Apple AirPods make for great gym headphones. Apple AirPods are one of the best Father's Day gifts , and one of the best gifts for grads , too. After all, every college student could use a pair of headphones with active noise cancelling for those long study sessions. (You might want to check out our picks for the best headphone gifts for grads, plus deals .)
Apple AirPods are also great travel companions for long, noisy plane rides.
Apple AirPods typically go on sale during Amazon Prime Day, but there's no need to wait until late July to cop a pair. Apple AirPods prices are now significantly below Apple retail at Amazon right now.
Just about anyone will love these budget-minded Apple AirPods. They're not the latest model, but they're still one of the most sought-after earbud models on the market.
Retailing for $159 at Apple, they're on sale at Amazon right now for $119. These AirPods boast more than 24 hours total listening time (with the wireless charging case), a foolproof, one-tap setup for Apple device owners and a low-latency wireless connection (for full immersion when consuming movies and music).
Apple AirPods (2nd generation), $119 (reduced from $159)
The latest generation of Apple AirPods are a nice upgrade over the second-generation model. They support 3D spatial audio with dynamic head tracking. You get more listening time, too -- up to 30 hours with the included MagSafe charging case.
Apple AirPods (3rd generation): $169 (reduced from $179)
Upgrade your old AirPods to the Apple AirPods Pro. Compared to older models, these AirPods fit active noise cancelation technology, water resistance and hearing health tracking in a more-compact, better-fitting design. They're also lauded for their great sound quality. But all this quality comes at a steep price -- specifically $250. That's why the deal we found at Amazon is a big deal.
Now at $197, the Apple AirPods Pro are a great deal for those with some flexibility in their budget.
Apple AirPods Pro, $197 (reduced from $249)
We found even more earbud and headphone deals ahead of Amazon Prime Day. Shop these deals from Samsung, Beats by Dre, Bose and more right now.
Samsung's highly coveted earbuds, the Galaxy Buds2 are having a sale moment as well. Featuring active noise cancelation and ambient sound passthrough, the lightweight Galaxy Buds2 are built for those with an active lifestyle.
Samsung Galaxy Buds2, $110 (reduced from $150)
Not to be beaten by the Samsung Galaxy Buds, the Samsung Galaxy Live earbuds are available at an even deeper discount. Samsung designed these earbuds with 12mm speakers, and gave them a form factor that allows them to deliver spacious sound quality. If you love live shows, you may want a pair.
Samsung Galaxy Live, $95 (reduced from $170)
If you're partial to rock, folk or country, the bright-sounding, on-ear Beats Solo3 may be a good fit. These headphones support spatial audio (for a more-immersive listening experience), soft-ear foams (for comfort), and up to 40 hours of battery life on a single charge.
Beats Studio3 headphones are currently $140 off at Amazon. This makes them one of the best headphone deals out there right now. On top of their adaptive noise cancelation, the Beats Studio3 headphones feature real-time audio calibration. They're fast-charging, and easy to connect with iOS and Android devices, too. This pair of headphones also supports spatial audio. And reviewers on Amazon rave about how the headphones feel comfortable even when they've been worn for hours.
While its original price puts it out of many people's reach, the Beats Studio3 is now deeply discounted at Amazon.
If you like to stay active, the Powerbeats Pro may be a better fit -- quite literally. These wireless earbuds are designed with comfortable ear hooks for a secure fit (making them ideal for rigorous activities, such as running). They're IPX4-rated for water resistance, too. They come in several different colors, including Cloud Pink and Glacier Blue.
These workout-ideal headphones from Beats are on sale now at Amazon.
The Bose QuietComfort 35 Series 2 gaming headset is a great choice for those looking for a comfortable luxury headset. The headset includes a removable gaming module with a noise-rejecting boom mic. All this allows you to be heard loud and clear by the competition. The headset can be worn wirelessly, and features a built-in mic system that can make clear phone calls, even in noisy environments.
It's $62 off right now on Amazon.
Bose QuietComfort 35 Series 2 gaming headset, $268 (regularly $330)
These Sony earbuds feature an HD-noise canceling processor, and 24-bit audio-signal processing. The earbuds offer up to 24 hours of battery life. If you missed a full charge, and you're on the go, then you're still good -- that's because these Sony buds only take 10 minutes to charge (to deliver you up to 90 minutes of play time).
Sony WF-1000XM3 noise-canceling truly wireless earbuds, $128 (regularly $200)
These headphones use Sony's dual-noise sensor technology to detect what kind of noise environment you're in (to provide the best noise cancelation). They boast a 35-hour battery life. They're smartphone-compatible, allowing you to make hands-free calls, and issue voice-assistant commands.
Sony WHCH710N noise-canceling headphones, $148 (regularly $180)
The new, fast-charging Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones come with a set of nice features. You get up to 24 hours of battery life, two noise-canceling modes and a USB-C port for charging. Personalize your listening experience with the Bose app.
If you're looking for a pair of weather- and sweat-resistant earbuds, the Bose Sport Earbuds boast an IPX4 rating (meaning they'll offer protection against water splashes). To make them easier to control during workouts, they feature a capacitive-touch interface. Finally, these earbuds offer up to 15 hours of battery life with the included charging case.
Amazon has announced that it will hold its annual Amazon Prime Day sale in July 2022. While an exact date has not been announced, Amazon traditionally holds its Prime Day event in mid-to-late July. If this scheduling holds true, it would suggest that Prime Day 2022 will be held Monday, July 18 through Tuesday, July 19, 2022.
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We think Amazon Prime Day 2022 is going to have some great deals , but you don't have to wait until the end of July to find them. Amazon is slashing prices on a bunch of products right now. Here are all of our Amazon Prime Day deal roundups:
First published on May 18, 2022 / 8:00 AM
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