AirPods (4th Gen) Under $100 for Valentine's Day

Amazon and Best Buy are currently offering significant discounts on the latest Apple AirPods 4 earbuds, with savings of up to 25%. The standard model is priced at $99.99 (down from $129), while the noise-canceling version is available for $148.99 (originally $179). This represents an unprecedented low price for the AirPods 4, even surpassing Black Friday deals, making it an ideal gift for Valentine's Day.

Save Over $40 on the New Apple AirPods 4

Apple AirPods 4

• $129.00 save 22% $99.99 at Amazon
• $129.00 save 22% $99.99 at Best Buy

Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation

• $179.00 save 17% $148.99 at Amazon
• $179.00 save 16% $149.99 at Best Buy

Released in September 2024, the Apple AirPods 4 comes in two variants: a standard model and one with active noise cancellation. Both share similar features, the key difference being the noise-canceling capabilities of the pricier option. The AirPods 4 boasts several upgrades over its predecessor, the AirPods 3, bringing it in line with current technology. These improvements include the Apple H2 chip (compared to the H1), Bluetooth 5.3 (versus Bluetooth 5.0), enhanced IP54 dust and water resistance (up from IPX4), a USB-C charging port (replacing the Lightning connector), and a more reliable optical in-ear sensor instead of a skin detection sensor.

AirPods 4 with ANC vs. AirPods Pro: Which Should You Choose?

The AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation closely resembles the more expensive AirPods Pro 2, but with a crucial distinction: the AirPods 4 uses an open-ear design with non-adjustable tips, unlike the in-ear, adjustable-tip design of the AirPods Pro. Both noise-canceling models offer valuable features such as Transparency Mode and Conversational Awareness.

Currently, the AirPods 4 with noise cancellation is approximately $20 cheaper than the AirPods Pro 2 (also on sale). Your choice will depend on your priorities: comfort versus performance. In-ear earbuds generally provide superior noise cancellation and audio quality due to passive isolation, but open-ear earbuds offer greater comfort and less intrusiveness. Explore our other recommendations for the best AirPods models to find the perfect fit for you.

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