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The AirPods Max are $100 off for the first time in months
If you don't want to wait for a new model, you can get the current AirPods Max for just $450.
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If you’ve always wanted a pair of AirPods, now’s the time to grab em
Get in for less than $80/£100.
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Get ready for new iPads with this all-time low deal on AirPods Pro
Get the 2nd-gen model with a USB-C case for $70 off.
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Beats tackles the low end with new $80 Solo Buds, Solo Beats 4 refresh
It's a long overdue update to the affordable on-ear headphones and a new super-affordable earbuds from Apple's other audio brand.
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Report: Apple will finally replace its two oldest AirPods models this year
An AirPods Max update and a new low-end model are on the way.
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This year's new AirPods models get noise-cancellation, lower price
They should launch alongside the iPhone 16.
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Listen up: AirPods Pro to get 'hearing aid mode' in iOS 18
But the AirPods Pro hardware may not change this year.
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There's another unexplained firmware update coming to your AirPods Pro 2
Beta version 6E188 is for developers only, and Apple hasn't said what's changed.
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Intrepid YouTuber DIYs the AirPods Max upgrade Apple refuses to make
You too can add USB-C to your high-end headphones for $45.
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There’s never been a better time to buy a new pair of AirPods
Amazon is slashing the price of every model to all-time lows.
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There's another AirPods firmware update. And no, we don't know what it does
Bug fixes and other improvements. No, really?
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This all-time low AirPods Pro deal will get your ears ready for Apple Vision Pro
Get the 2nd-gen model with a USB-C case for $190.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: What to expect from Apple in 2024
2024 promises to be a big year for Apple. What should we expect, besides the typical iPhone and Mac upgrades? It’s all on this on this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
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Apple will reportedly launch two new 4th-gen AirPods models in 2024
The standard and Max models are set for an update, but the next AirPods Pro won't be here until 2025.
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Upgrade your AirPods Pro to USB-C for just $99
Apple will now helpfully sell you a separate USB-C/MagSafe case for your AirPods Pro.
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Apple releases fifth 2nd-gen AirPods Pro firmware update in less than 2 months
There’s a lot of ‘bug fixes and other improvements’ needed.
Best Deals
Best Cyber Monday AirPods deals
Apple's earbuds are extremely popular gifts, and even better to gift at these Cyber Monday prices.
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You won't find a better Black Friday deal than these AirPods Pro for $80 off
Walmart is selling the 2nd-gen model with a Lightning case for $169.
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Beats Studio Pro are over half off in this AirPods Max killer Black Friday deal
Amazon and Best Buy havet these great noise-cancelling headphones for the lowest price we've ever seen.
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AirPods are nearly half off in this insane pre-Black Friday sale
Walmart is selling the 2nd-gen AirPods for just $69.
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Why wait for Black Friday when the USB-C AirPods Pro are $60 off right now?
Amazon is selling the latest model for $189.
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Apple is planning a major AirPods overhaul in 2024
But AirPods Max might not get the changes it needs.
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AirPods Pro bugfix firmware 6A305 comes just a week after the last one
With the new features in iOS 17 there were bound to be a few firmware updates.
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Apple's AirPods Max killer headphones are a whopping 50% off for Prime Day
Get the Beats Studio Pro for $180.
Best Deals
Best Prime Day AirPods Deals
Want to save money on a new pair of AirPods? Amazon's annual Prime Day sale is a great place to look.
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Surprise AirPods Pro update targets Lightning and USB-C models
The update provides "Bug fixes and other improvements."
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Get ready for iPhone 15 with $49 off AirPods Pro
Best Buy is selling the updated model for $200 before it hits shelves.
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AirPods and iOS 17: Everything you need to know
Which features and coming to which models and how to update.
News Analysis
Apple’s new $19 EarPods are a smarter purchase than the $549 AirPods Max
Lossless and USB-C for less than $20.
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If you recently bought a pair of AirPods Pro 2, return them now
Apple gave the AirPods Pro a new USB-C case and some other surprising improvements.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Preview of the iPhone 15 'Wonderlust' event
Apple's big fall event is happening next week and in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about what we expect to see: new iPhones, new Apple Watches, and more!
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A new AirPods Pro case is coming because Apple loves USB-C now
But don't expect any other new features.
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AirPods: Buy now or wait?
Is this the best time to buy Apple's wireless earbuds, or are they about to become obsolete?
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Forget USB-C FOMO and save big on a new pair of AirPods right now
Amazon has slashed the price of every model ahead of the Wonderlust event.
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AirPods might also ditch Lightning for USB-C at Appleu2019s u2018Wonderlustu2019 event
The death of Lightning might be quick.
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Beats Studio Pro are better than AirPods Max and now $100 off
With a sale price of $249, you'd be crazy not to choose these over the AirPods Max.
Stay Foolish
The USB-C iPhone won't fix the Lightning mess
Lightning ports will still remain in some head-scratching places.
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Apple needs to scrap the AirPods Max and start over
If the Beats Studio Pro has taught me anything, it's that the next AirPods Max needs more than just an H2 chip and better sound quality.
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Get ready for iOS 17 with a pair of AirPods Pro 2 for just $199 today
Amazon is selling Apple’s high-end earbuds for $50 off.
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Next generation of AirPods will focus on high-end health, hearing features
Along with a switch to USB-C, Apple's earbuds will gain a temperature sensor, according to a new report.
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FCC filing suggests Apple is launching an AirPods Max competitor from Beats
Apple's new over-ear Beats Studio Pro headphones are seemingly moving closer to release.
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This AirPods sale makes it a great time to upgrade your earbuds
Amazon is slashing the price of every model—even EarPods.
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AirPods noise cancellation is about to become a lot smarter
New adaptive audio features will automatically allow through important sounds and mute the unimportant ones.
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New Beats Studio Pro headphones spotted
After more than five years, a new pair of over-the-ear Beats headphones are finally on the way.
Deal
Amazon AirPods sale slashes prices on every model just in time for summer
Get the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro for $200.
News Analysis
Apple needs to change the way AirPods get updates
Another AirPods firmware update has arrived–but it's anyone's guess when you'll get it.
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The last AirPods firmware update was way more important than we thought
A Bluetooth bug was patched that could let an attacker gain access to your headphones.
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Apple releases firmware for AirPods, Beats, and the MagSafe charger
The latest firmware highlights the frustration with updating these devices.
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Apple hasn't forgotten about its EarPods as USB-C version is reportedly on the way
An updated version of Apple's wired earbuds is 'in mass production' ahead of iPhone 15 launch.
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