You can currently get a new pair of AirPods Pro for just $180 after receiving a 28 percent discount. These true wireless earbuds feature active noise cancelation for immersive sound, Transparency Mode to let you hear everything that happens around you. These also come with three sizes of soft tapered silicone tips to give you a customizable fit, and the earphones are also sweat and water-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about getting them wet while running or working out. In addition, they come in a wireless charging case that will help to give you more than 24 hours of battery life, so you will be OK with an occasional charge every now and then.
If you’re looking for a more affordable option, the Beats Studio Active Noise Cancelling True Wireless Buds are available for just $110 at Woot.com, which is $40 less than its original selling price. However, we must inform you that these are ‘Grade A Refurbished’ earbuds have been inspected and are guaranteed to have minimal cosmetic damage. They have also successfully passed a full diagnostic test that ensures like-new functionality. This deal will be available for 17 days or until they sell out, so you have enough time to decide whether to go for a pair or not. The Beats Studio earphones also come with ANC, Transparency Mode, three soft ear tip sizes, and up to 24 hours of battery life.
And since we’re talking about limited-time deals and headphones, we must also include the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live True Wireless Earbuds that are currently going for $105 on its US version. They come with a wireless charging case, ANC, up to 29 hours of battery life, and splash resistance. Unfortunately, this deal will be gone at midnight, so you may want to act fast. And if you’re OK with the international version of the Galaxy Buds Live, then you can grab a pair for just $90, which is a better deal if you ask me.
Some of the best earphones in the market.
Refurbished Beats Studio that will allow you to enjoy great tunes for less
One of Samsung’s best earphones in the market
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A former bilingual teacher that left the classrooms to join the team of Pocketnow as a news editor and content creator for the Spanish audience. An artist by nature who enjoys video games, guitars, action figures, cooking, painting, drawing and good music.
You can currently get a pair of new Air Pods Pro for just $180 over at Amazon.com. These fantastic earphones see a 28 percent discount, which means $69 savings for anyone interested in getting a pair. They feature active noise cancellation for immersive sound, transparency mode to help you hear everything that goes around you, which will help you to stay connected to your surroundings. Plus, they come with three different tapered silicone tips to offer a customizable fit. The best part is that they’re sweat and water-resistant, meaning that you can hit the gym or go for a run without having to worry about getting them wet. You will also be able to pair them easily with all of your Apple devices, and don’t worry about running out of power, as they will go for up to 24 hours with their wireless charging case.
Now, suppose you’d rather go for Apple’s over-the-ear AirPods Max. In that case, they’re currently getting an 11 percent discount, meaning that you can grab a pair for $490, and what makes things better is that the $59 savings are being applied across the board, which means that you can choose any of its five different color options. You also get the ANC, Transparency Mode, and Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking to offer theater-like sound. It also comes with the Apple H1 Chip for an amazing audio experience.
Suppose you’re not a bug fan of Apple. In that case, you can also consider grabbing a pair of Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro that are currently selling for just $140 at B&H. These are the best Samsung headphones around, and they have recently received an update that will give them even more features. They arrive with $60 savings, ANC, 360-degree audio that recalibrates sound as you move, IPX7 water resistance, and they will go up to 28 hours with their wireless charging case. And finally, if you’re looking for a gaming headset, the SteelSeries Arctis 3 gaming headset is getting a 20 percent discount, which means that you can get yours for $56.23.
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Apple’s latest headphones offer fantastic sound and amazing ANC
Samuel Martinez
A former bilingual teacher that left the classrooms to join the team of Pocketnow as a news editor and content creator for the Spanish audience. An artist by nature who enjoys video games, guitars, action figures, cooking, painting, drawing and good music.
We start today’s deals with several Apple products, including the latest 11-inch iPad Pro models getting $100 savings on its 1TB storage options. First up, we have the WiFi-only model that is currently selling for $1,399 or get LTE support for $1,599. Now, you can also get the 128GB model with 128GB storage space for $749 after a $50 discount. And the same discount is also applied to the LTE variant that’s now available for $949.
Remember that the 2021 iPad Pro features Apple’s new M1 chip, an amazing 11-inch Liquid Retina display with ProMotion, True Tone and P3 color gamut, Face ID, a 12MP primary camera, LiDAR sensor, and more. But if you want a larger canvass, you can also grab the 12.9-inch model with 128GB storage for $999 after receiving a $100 discount.
The latest 10.9-inch iPad Air is also on sale. You can get a new WiFi-only model for as low as $500 with $99 savings if you can settle for the 64GB storage option. The 256GB option is getting the same discount so that you can grab one for $650. This model comes powered by Apple’s A14 Bionic chip, and you get Touch ID for biometric authentication.
You can also grab a new pair of AirPods Pro for just $180 after receiving a 28 percent discount that translates to $69 savings. These wireless earbuds feature active noise cancelation, transparency mode and three sizes of soft silicone times for you to choose the one that fits best in your ear. You also get sweat and water resistance and more than 24 hours of battery life with the wireless charging case. Now, If you want, you can also settle for the regular AirPods that are now available for $115 with $44 savings.
Other deals include the LG SP7Y 5.1 Channel 440W High-Res Audio, which is currently getting a $103 discount, leaving it up for grabs at $347. The Roku Express 4K+ 2021 streaming media player is now selling for $29 after receiving $10.99 savings, and if you’re interested in a new USB condenser microphone, you can get the HyperX SoloCast that’s compatible with your PC, PS4, PS5, and Mac for just $50 after getting a $10 discount.
Samuel Martinez
A former bilingual teacher that left the classrooms to join the team of Pocketnow as a news editor and content creator for the Spanish audience. An artist by nature who enjoys video games, guitars, action figures, cooking, painting, drawing and good music.
Samsung have announced the next generation of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 wireless earbuds. They succeed the original Samsung Galaxy Buds and Buds+ devices. They come with improved audio and microphone quality, and they’re also slightly redesigned to fit your ears better and accommodate some of the new features that are built-in. The case has also been completely redesigned to fit in line with the rest of the Galaxy Buds lineup. In this post, we’ll put the Galaxy Buds 2 vs Apple AirPods Pro side-by-side to see how they compare.
At the Galaxy Unpacked event on August 11th, Samsung also unveiled the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G, the Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G, and the brand new Galaxy Watch 4 series. The new Galaxy Watch 4 devices come with the new and improved One UI Watch, based on the Wear OS 3.0 unified platform and packs a lot of new and great features. We’ve compiled a list of the best Galaxy Watch 4 Bands for you, and also compared it with Apple’s latest Apple Watch 6 smartwatch.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs Apple AirPods Pro Specifications
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Buds2
Apple AirPods Pro
Dimensions & weight
Per bud: 17 x 20.9 mm x 21.1 mm
Per bud: 5g
Charging case: 50 mm x 50.2 x 27.8 mm
Charging case: 41.2g
Per bud: 24 mm x 30.9 x 21.8 mm
Per bud: 5.4g
Charging case: 60.6 mm x 45.2 mm x 21.7 mm
Charging case: 45.6g
Chip
Battery & Charging
Earbuds: 61 mAh
Charging Case: 472 mAh
7.5 hours with ANC off
5 hours with ANC on
5-min fast charge provides 1-hour playtime
USB-C wired charging
Qi wireless charging
5 hours
Case contains additional six charges
Lightning wired charging
Qi wireless charging
Connectivity
Other Features
3 Active Noise Cancellation levels
Ambient mode
Adaptive EQ & Settings in-app
IPX4
Active Noise Cancellation
Transparency mode
Adaptive EQ
Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 vs AirPods Pro: Design
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2
Apple AirPods Pro
Apple AirPods Pro
The designs of the Galaxy Buds 2 and AirPods Pro are completely different since they both have a different approach to how the earbuds should look and sit in your ear. The Galaxy Buds2 sits inside your ear, but the AirPods Pro gently sits on it. Both can sit firmly, and both can stay in while running or doing any other sports activities. The ear tips can be changed for both earbuds, although AirPods require special ones, meaning standard ear tips won’t fit on them, so you can’t just replace them with ones lying around at home.
The charging cases also have different designs. If you’re wondering which one fits more into your pocket, it would likely be the AirPods Pro charging case due to its slimmer profile, but the Galaxy Buds 2’s case should also be able to fit in most pockets and bags without a problem. The Buds 2 used to have a smaller case, but Samsung redesigned it to fit into the Galaxy Buds lineup, and also made the battery slightly larger.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 colors
The Galaxy Buds 2 also comes in four colors, Graphite, White, Olive, and Lavender. The AirPods Pro comes in only one single color — white. If you want to further customize your AirPods Pro, we have a list of the best AirPods Pro cases available for you to choose from, but there aren’t many other options to change the color of the earbuds themselves or the charging case.
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 vs AirPods Pro: Performance
On paper, both earbuds perform equally well. Apple’s AirPods Pro is known to be among the best on the market, but Samsung is also known to be a king of wireless earbuds and has been among the top manufacturers for years. The Galaxy Buds Pro are excellent, and so are the AirPods Pro. Both devices also offer similar functionalities and features with Active Noise Cancellation, transparency/ambient mode, and EQ settings.
If you’ve tried out Spatial mode on the AirPods and the continuity features, you might never want to leave the ecosystem, although Samsung has been working on similar functionalities on its own devices too for many years. Multi-device support is available on previous Galaxy Buds and on the Buds Pro, but we don’t have information on whether the new Buds 2 supports it by default.
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 vs AirPods Pro: Battery and Charging
We don’t have the exact details regarding the AirPods Pro charging case and individual earbuds, but we do know the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are expected to have a better battery life on paper. The Buds 2 will last you seven and a half hours on a single charge with ANC (Active Noise Cancelling) turned off, while the AirPods Pro are supposed to last about five hours. Both of these are acceptable, but the Buds 2 even outperforms the AirPods Pro when ANC is turned on, resulting in five hours of battery life.
The Galaxy Buds 2 also comes with the standard USB-C port, while Apple is still stuck with the Lightning Port. If you travel a lot, or want to cut down on the many cables you may be carrying with you every day, the Galaxy Buds 2 wins in this round. It also has fast charging, which Samsung advertises as “5 minute quick charging”. Wireless Qi charging is supported on both devices, and they have the charging coil placed at the bottom of their charging cases.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs AirPods Pro: Price
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 retails for $149.99, while the AirPods Pro costs $249. There are quite a few differences between the two devices, one of the major ones being compatibility and support for devices. Both devices are locked into their own ecosystems, meaning if you want to take advantage of the full feature-set, you would have to use the correct device that supports each of these wireless earbuds. Samsung recommends Samsung devices, and Apple recommends Apple devices.
The AirPods Pro are one of the most advanced wireless earphones from Apple. They feature seamless connectivity to Apple devices, and offers an overall excellent listening experience for Apple users.
Fortunately, Samsung can see that other devices exist in the world and allows most Android phones to take advantage of most of the Buds 2 features since the app can work on most devices. One audio codec is Samsung proprietary, but the rest are supported across a wide variety of different devices and platforms. If you aren’t in the Apple ecosystem, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are excellent wireless earbuds, but if you’re deep into the Apple ecosystem, Apple’s AirPods Pro may be a better pick due to the benefits you get with them.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are the perfect training companion, or your oasis of silence if you want to disconnect from the world, thanks to its 3-level ANC levels.
Roland Udvarlaki
Roland is a technology enthusiast and software engineer based in United Kingdom. He is also a content creator and writer, and is best known under the name “Techusiast”.
Apple’s AirPods Pro is the go-to option for any iPhone owner, but with the addition of ANC and other features, its battery life — while a respectable four and half hours of listening — is just par for the course. Hence, to help you stay on top of its battery levels, we have listed nine wireless chargers you should consider getting for your trusted earbuds.
Note: Just a heads up, if you happen to have put your earbuds down to charge and see they don’t reflect any change in percentage on your phone, make sure to read our guide on how to reset your AirPods which can help deal with any software-based errors that could have caused this situation.
Apple MagSafe Charger
Part of Apple’s new magnet-based accessory lineup, the MagSafe Charger is an item you’d pick for your iPhone 12 Series smartphone, but it doubles as a convenient wireless charger for your AirPods Pro. The pad features a silicone base laid within an aluminum housing, with a 1m long USB-C cable. For optimal charging, Apple recommends using its 20W USB-C Power Adapter, which you will have to purchase separately. The device is capable of 15W charging, meaning it will provide AirPods Pro with the required 5W.
A well-built accessory perfect for use with an iPhone and AirPods. The exclusion of an adapter does make the cost a hard pill to swallow.
Mophie Wireless Charging Pad
Mophie Wireless Charging Pad is an accessory manufactured by the accessory-maker in collaboration with Apple. It has a non-slip rubberized coating, which prevents your AirPods Case from picking up any unwanted scratches and ensures it doesn’t slip off the pad. As you may already know, wireless charging can often be picky with how you place an item. It comes with a power cable tethered to a wall adapter. The device is capable of 7.5W charging, meaning it will provide the required 5W.
A great third-party option co-developed with Apple. An included power cable and wall adapter makes it well worth its asking price.
Anker PowerWave Pad
Anker PowerWave Pad is a wireless charger that you can pick up to ensure your AirPods Pro never runs out of juice. It can provide a maximum output of 10W, meaning your AirPods will get the required 5W. Anker recommends using their wall adapters which have a rating for the QuickCharge 3.0 standard or newer. The pad comes packaged with a four-feet micro USB to USB-A cable in its box. While the length is a plus point, the last-gen connector is a bummer.
PowerWave Pad is perfect for users who prefer having longer cables attached to their units for increased reach. The micro USB port may pose a limitation for some.
Belkin MagSafe 2-in-1 Wireless Charger
The Belkin MagSafe 2-in-1 Wireless Charger is an elegant-looking accessory that will keep both your iPhone and AirPods Pro ready for when you need them. The charger is capable of providing 15W of power to iPhone plus the 5W demanded by the AirPods case. The unit comes with an included 1.2m long cable and wall adapter.
Belkin MagSafe 2-in-1 Wireless Charger is an elegant bedside or table accessory to keep your AirPods powered. It includes a cable and wall adapter in the box.
Anker Wireless Charging Station
Anker Wireless Charging Station is the add-on for consumers who are deep into the Apple Ecosystem. This station will not only keep your AirPods Pro’s batteries in check, but it will also make managing your iPhone and Apple Watch easier. The charging pads are capable of 7.5W charging. The retail packaging includes an 18W USB-A wall charger and a five feet long USB-A to USB-C cable.
Anker Wireless Charging Station is an affordable accessory for those who want to keep all of their Apple devices charged and ready to go at all times.
Anker PowerCore III
Anker PowerCore III is an accessory to always have on hand when on the go. This 10000mAh power bank features a 10W Qi-certified charging section, which is capable of providing the power your AirPods demand. You can also plug the device into the wall and continue charging your AirPods Case on its wireless charging pad. This model from Anker comes packaged with a Type-C to Type-C cable, and Anker suggests using an 18W adapter to keep the power bank ready.
Anker PowerCore III is a power bank to keep handy when you’re on the move. Its Qi-compatible design will help top-up your AirPods when required.
Anker PowerCore Magnetic Power Bank
Anker’s PowerCore Magnetic Power Bank is an accessory whose design entails it to work with an iPhone, but its use of the Qi standard means, if required, you may charge your AirPods using it too. It has a rubberized surface, features the MagSafe array of magnets, and has a 5000mAh cell inside. It has a maximum power output of 5W. The retail packaging includes a Type C cable.
Anker’s Magnetic Power Bank is a package primarily designed for iPhones, but its magnetic design makes it a convenient AirPods charger if carrying additional items like a power bank is not to your liking.
FutureCharger Wireless Charging Pad
The FutureCharger Wireless Charging Pad is a compact accessory perfect for your earbuds, especially if you tend to have USB-C cables around at all times. It has an aluminum construction with silicone feet to avoid slipping and a PU base to ensure the charging surface looks good and avoids scratching the AirPods Pro case. It can deliver up to 5W of power to keep your device ready to go whenever it’s needed. It comes with a Type-C cable in the box.
FutureCharger’s Wireless Charging Pad is a convenient little accessory to stuff into your bag when going on a trip. Its USB-C port makes it a versatile option.
Satechi USB-C Wireless Charging Dock
Satechi USB-C Wireless Charging Dock is an accessory to keep in mind if you’re looking to cut the cables in your setup. It can connect to the Type-C port on your MacBook or Windows laptop and charge your AirPods Pro with 5W of power. Its simple design makes it effortless to use. Because the device uses the Qi standard, you can also charge other compatible devices, albeit it is limited to 5W, and finding the right spot may be difficult.
Satechi USB-C Wireless Charging Dock is another convenient puck to have handy if you use your AirPods around your laptop, which features a USB-C port.
Our Recommended Wireless Chargers
The addition of Qi Wireless Charging to AirPods Pro is, in our opinion, an indispensable feature. For a device charged as frequently as these, it helps to not hunt for cables. Thus, if you’re always on the move, investing in Anker’s PowerCore III or Magnetic Power Bank is the best decision to make, whereas if you find yourself charging only at home Belkin 2-in-1 MagSafe Stand is a great-looking and highly functional option.
Aryan Suren
A 21-year-old whose interest is peaked when someone says the word ‘Ecosystem’. When not doing any writing related to technology, you may find Aryan filming videos, doodling or diving into RPGs.
We keep on getting some amazing deals from Amazon.com. This time we focus on some of the best Apple products available in the market, starting with the latest M1-powered 13-inch MacBook Pro, that’s currently selling for $1,100 on its 256GB storage option with 8GB RAM, meaning that you get $199 savings. Should you choose the 512GB storage variant with the same RAM, you would have to spend $1,300 after the same $199 discount, which is still a pretty solid deal.
The larger 16-inch MacBook Pro is also on sale, and you can now get one with $499 savings when you grab the Intel Core i9 variant with 16GB RAM and 1TB of storage space. This means that you can grab Apple’s largest and most powerful laptop yet for $2,300 after getting an 18 percent discount. The Intel Core i7 model is also on sale, and you can get one for $2,000 with $399 savings. This option comes equipped with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.
The lightest laptop on Apple’s lineup is the M1 MacBook Air, that’s also on sale. You can get one for $899 with $100 savings when you go for the 256GB storage variant that also comes with 8GB RAM, and the best part is that savings go across the board so that you can grab the color option you like the most. And if you want to double your storage space, you will get $150 savings, meaning that you can grab one for $1,100.
You can also grab a new pair of AirPods since the latest variant is getting a $49 discount, so that you can grab a pair for $150. This version comes with a wireless charging case, but if you don’t mind having to charge your AirPods with a cable, you can also opt to get the earphones that come with a wired charging case for $119 after a $40 discount. Improve your experience with the latest AirPods Pro that are currently getting a $59 discount, leaving them up for grabs at $190, and if you want to go all out, you can also grab a new pair of AirPods Max. They are currently getting a $70 discount on three of their Silver, Pink, and Green color options, meaning that you can grab one for $479.
Samuel Martinez
A former bilingual teacher that left the classrooms to join the team of Pocketnow as a news editor and content creator for the Spanish audience. An artist by nature who enjoys video games, guitars, action figures, cooking, painting, drawing and good music.
You can currently get several Nintendo products on sale. Head over to Amazon.com, where you will get a 10 percent discount, which translates to $50 savings, meaning that you can grab one for $429. This bundle comes with Neon Blue and Neon Red Jot-Cons, 32GB internal storage, a 12-in-1 carrying case, and a 128GB SD card. Now, you can consider a second bundle, as you can also get one for $343 with $26.95 savings, and it will include a 32GB console with a 32GB memory card and an IR motion camera.
And since we’re talking Nintendo, we have also found several games on sale, starting Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, which’s currently selling for $45 shipped, which is $15 less than its regular $60 price tag. This game is great to play against your friends, and you can also add Mario Golf: Super Rush in this category. It is now available for $50, down from $60, which translates to $10 savings.
If you like solo games, you can also consider getting a copy of Legend of Zelda Link’s awakening that’s selling for $40 or The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the wild for $45 with $20 and $15 savings, respectively. And Kirby Star Allies is also on sale, but you will have to head over to Best Buy to get your copy for $45 with the same $15 savings.
We have also found the latest Apple AirPods Max are getting a $60 discount, which means you can grab a pair for $489. Now, this will get you the Space Gray color variant, but you can also get the Sky Blue and Green variants for $490 and the Silver option for $499. And if you want a more affordable option, you can grab a pair of Apple AirPods Pro for $197 after receiving a $52 discount. The second-gen Apple AirPods are also on sale, and you can grab yours with a wireless charging case for $160 after a $39 discount.
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Samuel Martinez
A former bilingual teacher that left the classrooms to join the team of Pocketnow as a news editor and content creator for the Spanish audience. An artist by nature who enjoys video games, guitars, action figures, cooking, painting, drawing and good music.
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