AirPods Pro: 30% Off for Valentine's Day - Apple's Top Noise Cancelling Earbuds

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Amazon is rolling out an irresistible deal on the second generation Apple AirPods Pro wireless noise-canceling earbuds, now available for just $169.99 with shipping included. That's a whopping 32% off, marking the best price we've seen this year. While the newly discounted AirPods 4 earbuds are tempting (with the base model at $99.99 and the noise-canceling version at $148.99), the AirPods Pro still reigns supreme in the world of earbuds, thanks to its superior sound quality and top-notch noise cancellation.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C

$249.00 save 32%
$169.99 at Amazon
$169.99 at Best Buy

For iPhone enthusiasts, the AirPods Pro stands out as the best-sounding "truly wireless" earbuds on the market. This is largely due to its passively isolating in-ear design, coupled with exceptional active noise cancellation, a low-distortion driver and amp, and the innovative Apple H2 chip. The earbuds also come with handy features like Adaptive Transparency Mode, which allows you to stay aware of your surroundings without taking out your earbuds, and Conversation Mode, which automatically boosts the voices of people you're conversing with. The second generation AirPods Pro now features a more universal USB Type-C port, replacing the Lightning port, and includes a MagSafe charging case as standard, ensuring you won't have to juggle different cables.

Should you opt for the AirPods Pro over the AirPods 4 with ANC?

The AirPods Pro is a premium choice, justifying its $70 higher price tag compared to the AirPods 4 ANC. Both models boast active noise cancellation, but the AirPods Pro delivers better sound quality and more effective noise cancellation due to its in-ear design. The AirPods 4 ANC, with its open-ear style and non-adjustable tips, sits just outside the ear. While comfortable, this design leads to sound leakage and allows more ambient noise to creep in.

In contrast, the AirPods Pro's in-ear design seals the ear canal, providing passive isolation from ambient sounds. It comes with adjustable tips to fit various ear sizes, ensuring a snug fit that's crucial for optimal performance. At this discounted price, the only reason to choose the AirPods 4 ANC might be if you prefer the less intrusive open-ear style.

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