Mother's Day is approaching on May 11, and if you're looking for the perfect gift, Apple's latest AirPods are currently on sale, offering great value for iPhone users. Starting with the top-tier model, the second-generation Apple AirPods Pro with wireless noise-canceling earbuds are now available for $169, down from their usual price of $240. If you're looking for something slightly less expensive, the Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) are discounted to $148, typically priced at $179. For those on a budget, the AirPods 4 without ANC is a steal at $99.99, reduced from $129.
Apple AirPods Pro for $169
Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C
The AirPods Pro stands out as the best-sounding "truly wireless" earbuds for iPhone users, thanks to its passively isolating in-ear design, excellent active noise cancellation, low-distortion driver and amp, and the powerful Apple H2 chip. Notable features include Adaptive Transparency Mode, which allows you to hear your surroundings without removing your earbuds, and Conversation Mode, which automatically enhances the voices of people you're talking to. The second-generation AirPods Pro now features a more universal USB Type-C port, replacing the Lightning port, and comes with a MagSafe charging case as standard.
Save Over $40 Off the New Apple AirPods 4
Apple AirPods 4
Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation
Released in September 2024, the Apple AirPods 4 comes in two variants, with the primary difference being the inclusion of noise-canceling functionality in the higher-priced model. Both models feature significant updates over the AirPods 3, including the newer Apple H2 chip, Bluetooth 5.3 support, an improved IP54 resistance rating for dust protection, USB Type-C charging, and a more reliable optical in-ear sensor.
Should you get the AirPods Pro over AirPods 4 with ANC?
The AirPods Pro, priced $70 higher than the AirPods 4 with ANC, offers superior sound quality and more effective noise cancellation due to its in-ear design. The AirPods Pro's adjustable tips ensure a proper seal, enhancing performance, while the AirPods 4 ANC's open-ear design may lead to sound leakage and ambient noise intrusion. The only reason to opt for the AirPods 4 ANC might be if you prefer the less intrusive nature of open-ear earbuds.
If you're considering other gifts, a new Apple iPad could also be a fantastic choice for Mom. Amazon has slashed the price of the 2025 11th generation Apple iPad (A16) with 128GB of storage and Wi-Fi connectivity to $299, a $50 discount across all four colors: Blue, Yellow, Pink, and Silver. This is a rare and significant discount on a recently released iPad, unlikely to last long.
Silver Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
Blue Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
Pink Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
Yellow Apple iPad (A16) 128GB
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