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AirPods 3 and Pro 2 are still on sale after Prime Day

By Michael Bizzaco July 19, 2024

The world of wireless earbuds is dominated by several major brands, one of which is the almighty Apple. Renowned for everything from phones and laptops to tablets and desktop computers, Apple’s in-ear audio lineup is enjoyed by both casual listeners and even some audiophiles. We’re referring specifically to the Apple AirPods, and there are two models that are still marked down to Prime Day prices:

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Apple AirPods Pro 2 — $170, was $250
Apple AirPods 3 — $120, was $170

When you purchase through Amazon, you can buy the Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C for $170 (normally priced at $250) and the Apple AirPods 3 for $120 (normally $170). The Pro 2 model is Apple’s current flagship for in-ear audio, and the AirPods 3 are an exceptional choice for those who dig the latest AirPods redesign but would rather not pay for noise canceling. These are great Apple deals that we’re excited to talk about!

Apple AirPods Pro 2 — $170, was $250

A man holds the open case of the Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C and MagSafe case. — Zeke Jones / Digital Trends

The AirPods Pro 2 deliver great sound quality, solid battery life, and a comfortable fit. They also offer some of the strongest ANC in the business and a transparency mode that other earbud manufacturers should be taking notes on. Conveniently, Apple decided to revamp the MagSafe case by swapping out Lightning for USB-C. This makes for faster charge times, and the case still supports Qi wireless charging too.

Apple AirPods 3 — $120, was $170

New Apple AirPods 3 - Spatial Audio - Long Battery — Apple

The AirPods 3 may lack the ANC capabilities of the AirPods Pro 2, but the sound quality is pretty neck and neck with what you get from the latter. The AirPods 3 bring rich and detailed audio to the table, fidelity that carries from one music genre to the next. Battery life is good too, and the included Lightning charging case holds up to 30 hours of extra juice.

We’re not sure how much longer these markdowns will be in effect, so it’s best to buy soon if you’re interested. Purchase the Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $170, or the Apple AirPods 3 for $120 when you buy through Amazon. We’ve also got a big list of other Apple AirPods Pro deals for you to peruse, as well as a more general roundup of true wireless earbud deals.

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This 65-inch Vizio is still on sale a day after Labor Day

The Vizio 4K smart TV with the Vizio Home Screen on display.

If you missed the Labor Day TV deals for any reason, don't feel bad because you still have the chance to buy a large TV for a relatively affordable price from Target. The 65-inch Vizio 4K smart TV, originally priced at $430, is still on sale for an even cheaper $380, as the $50 discount from Labor Day remains active. We're not sure for how much longer though, so if you want to pocket the savings from this offer, we highly recommend pushing forward with your purchase as soon as possible.

Why you should buy the 65-inch Vizio 4K smart TV
First and foremost, we highly recommend consulting our guide on how to figure out what size TV you should buy, as you should check whether you have the appropriate space to fully enjoy the 65-inch Vizio 4K smart TV. If you do, it's an excellent screen for watching your favorite shows and movies, since its 4K Ultra HD resolution, support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and compatibility with advanced HDR formats will bring the cinema into your living room. It's also perfect for gamers, as the 4K TV enters Auto Low Latency Mode and displays an integrated gaming menu when it detects that it's connected to a gaming PC or a video game console.

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Amazon Labor Day Sale: You can still grab our favorite tech deals

A woman wearing the Apple AirPods Max.

It's probably no surprise that Amazon had a huge amount of excellent Labor Day deals yesterday, but you can actually still grab a lot of them, even though Labor Day is officially over. While there are a lot of various products on sale, we've been mostly looking at some of the best tech deals, which range from headphones deals to smart speaker deals and everything in between. We've collected some of our favorite tech offers below to get your mind jogging and your brain thinking about what you really want to score as the Labor Day sales peter out.
Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) -- $30, was $50

The Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) is featured in our roundup of the best Amazon Alexa smart speakers for its amazing sound quality and the ease of access that it provides to Amazon's Alexa, despite its compact size. You'll be able to ask the digital assistant to carry out a wide range of tasks through voice commands, such as searching for information, playing music, setting timers, and controlling your other smart home devices. The Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) is also equipped with sensors that will detect when someone enters the room, which will allow linked smart lights and smart thermostats to automatically make adjustments.

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This AirPods Max Labor Day deal is the cheapest they’ve been since Prime Day

Woman wearing Apple Airpods Max.

The Apple AirPods Max are down to only $399 from Amazon as part of the retailer's Labor Day deals, which is the cheapest that they've been since Prime Day in July when they were down to $394. You wouldn't want to miss this $150 discount on their original price of $549, so we highly recommend completing your purchase as soon as you can. It's not a good idea to wait until the last minute of the holiday, as stocks of the popular wireless headphones that are up for sale may be gone by then.

Why you should buy the Apple AirPods Max
It's no secret that the Apple AirPods Max are expensive (though Amazon's discount for Labor Day helps bring it within reach for more people), but they're worth it as "the most fun headphones ever" with excellent quality in terms of their build and sound. Their active noise cancellation is amazing in blocking external sound, while transparency mode will let you hear what's going on around you without having to take them off. They support personalized spatial audio for an immersive listening experience, and they can last up to 20 hours on a single charge with this feature and ANC and both enabled.