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As some of the bestselling earbuds in the world, Apple's AirPods and AirPods Pro are guaranteed to be on many holiday wish lists. Though discounts on AirPod models have been offered throughout the year, we're seeing some of the lowest prices yet during Black Friday.
The best deal we've seen so far is for the AirPods Pro, which is down from their usual price of $249 to $159 through Walmart. If you've been on the fence about buying yourself a pair, or are wanting to pick them up as a gift for someone, now is the best time as it's unknown when, if ever, they'll be discounted that much again.
If you're looking for discounts on other Apple products, check out our guides to the best Black Friday deals on MacBooks and Apple Watches. And if you're not a hardcore Apple fan, there are a ton of other great Black Friday tech deals sure to strike your fancy.
The best Black Friday Apple AirPods deals
Apple's AirPods Pro are the company's flagship AirPods that come with the most features and the best sound next to the over-the-ear AirPods Max. They have active noise cancellation and a snugger fit than the standard AirPods. For those who have trouble keeping normal AirPods in their ears, the AirPods Pro are a great choice.
If you're on a tighter budget or simply prefer earbuds without silicon tips, the latest Airpods 3s are a nice alternative. For the cheapest price, you'll want to go for the second-generation AirPods, which come with wireless charging, water resistance, and Siri integration.
The best Black Friday Apple headphones deals
Outside of its own line of AirPods, Apple also owns Beats. While Beats headphones use much of the same technology as AirPods, they're generally designed to be more universal compared to iPhone-oriented AirPods. Plus, you'll find more options for working out, as well as a wider variety of color choices.
Apple Black Friday FAQs
When is Black Friday 2021?
Black Friday 2021 kicks off on November 26 and there are deals all over the web.
Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target are all having sales. After Black Friday, additional deals will be added on Cyber Monday 2021, which falls on November 29.
What's the difference between the AirPods and AirPods Pro?
Apple's AirPods lineup consists of two primary models: the standard AirPods and AirPods Pro. Standard AirPods are currently available in two models, the second generation and the newly-designed third generation. The second generation is closest to the original model, but features wireless charging and Siri integration. The new AirPods 3 is closer to the AirPods Pro with shorter stems, spatial audio, and longer battery life.
Meanwhile, the AirPods Pro step things up with a more advanced design and set of features. Unlike the standard AirPods, the AirPods Pro include active noise cancellation. They also feature shorter stems, IPX4 sweat and water resistance, and three silicone tips for a more customizable fit. Battery life is rated for around five hours with active noise cancellation off, or 4.5 hours with active noise cancellation on. The charging case can also add around 24 hours of extra juice.
Check out our headphone buying guides
If you're looking for more headphone recommendations, be sure to check out our various headphone guides for detailed buying advice:
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