While there are plenty of choices this Black Friday for wireless bluetooth headphones, none are in as high demand as Apple's AirPods. More than just a mediocre set of earbuds with the Apple name slapped on, the AirPods have actually been garnering high praise from A/V reviewers and consumers alike. And while the discounts are not huge, it is nice to be able to save a few bucks and bring home a high quality gift for a friend or family member (or for yourself - we won't judge).
The best deals we've seen on AirPods on Black Friday are on Amazon. The online retailer is offering the latest version AirPod 2 with charging case for just $129.99 (save $30) and the brand new AirPod Pros with noise cancellation for $234.99 (save $15). They also have a version of the AirPods 2 with a wireless charging case for $154.99 (save $44).
UPDATE: Amazon has raised the price of the standard AirPods (latest version) to $139.99. Check link to see current pricing and avaiability
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The Apple AirPods (latest version) - also known as the "AirPod 2" - connect automatically to a compatible Apple device and pause automatically when you take them out of your ears. They offer quick access to Siri by saying "Hey Siri" and feature the latest H1 chip for faster pairing with your phone or tablet. The AirPods offer up to 5 hours of listening with a single charge, and up to 24 hours of listening when you charge them in the included case. The AirPods with "wireless case" are identical to the standard AirPods, but their charging case can be charged wirelessly or via an Apple Lightning cable. The standard AirPod case charges via a standard Apple Lightning cable.
Upgrade to Pro
The AirPods Pro are similar to the standard AirPods but add active noise cancellation technology as well as a "transparency mode" so you can hear what's going on around you without removing them from your ears. The AirPods Pro are sweat and water resistant and feature automatic adaptive EQ which tunes the sound to the shape of your ear. The AirPods Pro last for about 4.5 hours of listening on a single charge, with up to 24 hours of use by recharging them in the included case. The AirPods Pro case can be charged wirelessly or via a standard Apple Lightning cable.
Pricing and availability are as of article publication date (11/29/19 at 11:20 AM), but these offers are subject to availability and may expire at any time.
