Compared: Apple AirPods and AirPods Pro versus Echo Buds
In April, Amazon upgraded its Echo Buds to make it a better value-oriented rival to Apple's AirPods. Here's how Amazon's offerings stack up to Apple's AirPods and AirPods Pro.
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Andrew O'Hara and Malcolm Owen
Blowout deals: iMac 4K dips to $949, 512GB 27" iMac on sale for $1,699
Amazon is at it again with record-breaking iMac deals, including the 2020 21.5-inch iMac 4K for $949 and the 27-inch iMac with a 512GB SSD that's $300 off.
Christine McKee
Amazon mulling MGM acquisition to boost media footprint
Amazon is reportedly in talks to acquire MGM, a move that could vastly expand the retail giant's entertainment footprint.
Mike Peterson
Deals: Roku Ultra hits record low $69, $299 iPad, Apple Watch 6 $329
Monday specials are in effect now, with a record-breaking price drop on the Roku Ultra 2020, which is currently 31% off. 10.2-inch iPads are also on sale for $299, while Apple Watch styles are up to $90 off.
Amazon Music HD cuts price as Apple Music Lossless launches
As Apple launches the higher-quality lossless Apple Music Lossless service at no additional cost, Amazon has cut the price of its existing Amazon Music HD, and extended its free trial.
William Gallagher
Deals: Amazon launches iMac 27-inch sale, save $200 instantly
Amazon's latest Apple sale offers bonus in-cart savings on top of cash rebates on iMac 27-inch models, with prices starting at $1,599.
Amazon's Wondery joins Apple Podcast Subscriptions
Apple has secured content for Apple Podcast Subscriptions from Wondery, in a deal with the Amazon-owned podcast studio that will have some of its Wondery+ subscription content available through Apple's platform.
Malcolm Owen
Deals: 23% off MagSafe Charger, $200 off 12.9" iPad Pros, 55% off Apple Leather Folio, AirTags in stock
Monday morning price drops on Apple products are in effect, including the lowest price on record for Apple's MagSafe Charger for iPhone 12, triple-digit markdowns on 2020 12.9-inch iPad Pros and a 55% discount on the Apple Leather Folio for iPhone 11 Pro. AirTags are also in stock.
Over 200,000 people affected by Amazon review scam data leak
A database used to operate an Amazon fake reviews scam has leaked in a data breach, with the data trove revealing personal data for at least 200,000 people.
Wesley Hilliard
