Apple released its third generation Pro-model AirPods just about a year ago. In the time since, we’ve seen varying levels of discounts, but right now, Amazon has the AirPods Pro 3 going for one of their lowest prices yet. Having originally hit shelves with a price tag of $259, the premium wireless earbuds from Apple are now seeing a drop to just $190. This 24% discount will end up saving you a good $60 for a limited time.
This model represents the second time Apple has refined its AirPods Pro, and with it come some significant changes. The most noticeable may very well be the improvements to the noise cancellation tech the in-ear headphones employ. According to Apple, the latest version is capable of eliminating as much as two times the background noise the AirPods Pro 2 had been able to. If you’re someone who is frequently listening in noisy environments be it public transit or maybe flying by plane, the AirPods Pro 3 are a clear choice to consider.
Smart Features
Apple has put some extra attention into making some quality of life updates and added features that go beyond listening to audio. For starters, the AirPods Pro 3 now come equipped with a heart rate monitor. This is a great addition for folks who workout while listening to either music, podcasts, or audiobooks while at the gym. If you prefer not to encumber your wrists with a smart watch while lifting or taking a fitness class, these AirPods Pro 3 can now do the job of tracking your heart rate. The earbuds can also keep track of estimated calories burned for over 50 workouts, with the data viewable on your iPhone.
Battery life also gets a welcomed boost. The Apple AirPods Pro 3 can now last for up to 10 hours on a single charge. If you have active noise cancellation enabled, you can expect to be able to listen for around eight hours before the earbuds need a charge again.
On the topic of charging, the charging case has also received some updates. Now the case comes equipped with its own built-in speaker. Why does it need that? Well, tell me if this has happened to you. You’re about to head out the door but you have no clue where you earbuds are. You dig through you bags, search all your coats’ pockets, and even start digging through the cushions. The Find My app is no help because all it shows is that the cases is just somewhere nearby.
Well, now with the speaker, you can ping the Apple AirPods Pro 3 case from the Find My app. Now an alert will play from the case loud enough for you to locate the earbuds by sound alone, easy peasy.