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Apple originally released the third-generation AirPods in 2021 for $179, but their retail price has dropped to $10. Now, you can get a pair of wireless earbuds for less, because they are now sold at Amazon for $150, or $19 cheaper than their usual price these days. The tech giant completely redesigned the AirPods for the third generation model, giving them a new look with reduced weight, a more tapered silhouette and a shorter trunk. than their predecessors. While they still don’t have silicone eartips on the Pro, we found them more comfortable to wear than older models.
The earbuds come with Apple’s redesigned in-ear detection system and use an optical sensor to determine if you’re actually wearing them. Because they’re equipped with Apple’s H1 chip, they’re easy to pair with the company’s devices and they have access to constant, hands-free Siri. When we tested them, we found their audio quality to be superior to older models, thanks to Apple pairing a custom driver with a high-dynamic-range amplifier for “rich consistent bass” and “crisp, clean” highs. The model is capable of dynamic head tracking, as well, and the sounds it produces are bigger and more immersive.
If you’re looking for something more affordable, however, Apple’s second-generation AirPods are also currently on sale for $99 or $60 less than their usual price. They are not as advanced as their third-generation sibling, but they still come with improvements over the first AirPods and feature in-ear detection and automatic device switching.
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