AirPods make an excellent holiday gift, and Amazon's latest price drops see the return of Black Friday pricing on AirPods 3 and AirPods Max.
AirPods 3 return to $149.99
The new 3rd generation AirPods mix the design of the AirPods Pro with the price point and functionality of the previous model. Shorter stems, force press controls, Adaptive EQ, Spatial Audio, and MagSafe charging are all features of the latest AirPods. While they occupy a space between the previous price points at $179, Black Friday pricing has returned at Amazon, bringing AirPods 3 back down to $149.99 thanks to bonus savings at checkout.
- AirPods 3: $149.99 ($30 off)
AirPods Max back on sale for $429
AirPods Max are Apple's most premium headphone offering with a unique design and special audio features. Every feature of the AirPods Pro is turned up to 11 with better audio drivers, improved ANC and Transparency modes, and long battery life.
Amazon and Crutchfield engaged in an AirPods Max price war over the Black Friday and Cyber Monday weekend, each marking down the high-end headphones to $429. After selling out, both retailers have units back in stock at $120 off.
- AirPods Max (various colors): $429 at Crutchfield ($120 off)
- AirPods Max (Space Gray and Blue): $429 at Amazon ($120 off)
AirPods 2 for $109
Even after being superseded by a new model, the second-generation AirPods stuck around at a much lower price point ($129 retail). These are still the most popular truly wireless earbuds with ear detection, fast switching, and a portable charging case. Sales bring this model close to a stocking stuffer budget thanks to a $20 discount in effect at Amazon, knocking the 2nd Generation AirPods to $109.
- AirPods 2: $109 ($20 off)
2021 AirPods Pro for $197
While not quite as aggressive as Black Friday pricing, Amazon still has the best price on Apple AirPods Pro with MagSafe.
Apple sets the AirPods Pro apart with special features and customization. Users can change the ear tips for size, fit, and material options that work best for them. Also, these are the only Apple earbuds with Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Modes.
- AirPods Pro with MagSafe: $197 ($52 off)
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Even more tech deals
AppleInsider and Apple Authorized Resellers are also running specials on hardware that will not only deliver the lowest prices on many of the products, but also throw in bonus savings on accessories, software and more. Here are just a few of the deals for Cyber Week: