Apple’s Third-Generation AirPods Are Now $50 Off.
Apple AirPods (3rd generation) are on sale for $109.99, a significant discount off the regular price of $159.97 at stores like Best Buy . Shipping is free for Prime subscribers, and non-subscribers pay an additional $6. The promotion ends in three days or when supplies last. These aren’t Apple’s top-of-the-line headphones, but they meet the basic needs of most users, especially if you already use an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
In everyday use, everything is extremely simple. The H1 chip quickly connects to Apple devices and makes switching between them effortless. The sound is balanced, with a slight bass emphasis, perfect for playlists, YouTube videos, and calls. Spatial sound with head tracking is also present, adding a directional effect when watching supported content, although this is more of a nice-to-have feature than a reason to buy. Battery life is approximately six hours on a single charge, and the charging case provides nearly 24 hours of listening time. Charging is via a Lightning cable, MagSafe, or any standard Qi wireless charger.
As noted in the PCMag review, these earbuds have an open-back design without silicone tips, so they fit loosely compared to other in-ear models. This may make them more comfortable for extended use, but less secure during vigorous movement. The lack of a tight seal also means outside noise leaks in, as there’s no active noise cancellation or transparency mode. There are also no in-line equalizer controls. And while the controls on the stem are responsive, they’re easy to accidentally press when adjusting settings. Still, for simple, comfortable earbuds that work best within the Apple ecosystem, these third-generation Apple AirPods are quite up to the task.