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Guys, Early October Prime Day Has Seriously Epic Deals on Apple AirPods This Year, and I'm Turning the Volume Up

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Early October Prime Day 2024 is now in session, which means you've got to shop a ton of *super* hot deals. The main event kicks off on Oct. 8 and runs through Oct. 9, 2024, but you can get a head start on early Prime Day deals right now. As for me? Well, I personally have my eyes on a new set of Apple headphones, and once you see the AirPod sale details below, you'll understand why. (Hello, Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generation marked down by 25%!)

In need of some powerful new headphones? Or just searching for the perfect gift for the music lover/gym-goer/podcast obsessive in your life? Here are the Apple AirPods deals you can snag RN with an Amazon Prime membership (remember, you'll need to be signed up as a member to snag the best savings):

If you're not sure which ones to get, do not fret: I've outlined their pros, cons and top features below. And don't forget to add them to your cart immediately if you want to snag a pair of AirPods for less—they're selling fast!

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Many Amazon shoppers have already picked up these best-selling earbuds today, and for good reason. The golden standard of Zoom calls, they're discreet, stay put surprisingly well in your ear (even better than the originals, thanks to their *customizable* silicone seal) and sync up to Bluetooth in seconds. My personal favorite feature of these earbuds, however? The sound modes, of course. When PureWow's Royal Family Expert (Rachel Bowie) reviewed them, she was blown away by the active noise cancelation, which provided a near-soundproof listening experience at the office. She also marveled at their ultra-long battery life, and so will you.

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2. Apple AirPods 2nd Generation

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The classic design of these wireless earphones will be a no-brainer if you're looking for something simple yet effective for listening to music, podcasts or audiobooks on a budget (especially since they're under $100 during this two-day sale). The charging case is also a game-changer, and I loved the easy pairing, snug fit and high sound quality when I tried them out. You'll be giving up a few key features with this model, however: Mainly, the active noise cancelation, which blocks out exterior sound, the sweat- and water-resistant build of the Pros and a little bit of the battery life. If you ask, that's nothing compared to how much money you'll save and how cool you'll feel with these bad boys (which offer up to five hours of listening time per charge) in your ears.

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3. Apple AirPods Max

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The AirPods Max are for the techie who prefers a full headphone experience. Complete with the same active noise cancelation (and several other sound modes) you love from your AirPods Pro, a comfortable mesh lining at the crown and memory foam ear cushions, they're the complete package. They offer high-fidelity, or hi-fi audio (which is basically just a fancy way of saying it's very high-quality), and they have sensors that help them detect when they're on your head—and when you take them off or lift one of the ear cups—and pause whatever you're listening to. Did I mention they also wipe the floor with the AirPods when it comes to their battery life, spanning up to 20 hours? PureWow Associate Sales and Deals Editor Destinee Scott told me that she bought some for her boyfriend for Christmas last year, and he never leaves the house without them. That said, it wouldn't be a bad idea to scoop up the headphones for yourself or someone else while they're on sale—up to you!



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Associate Editor, News and Entertainment

Joel is the former Associate Editor for News & Entertainment and has been reporting on all things pop culture for over 5 years. Before working at PureWow, he served as a Features Editor at ROCKET Magazine. When he's not dissecting the latest trends in entertainment (or guiding you on what to watch), he covers all the hottest red carpet looks and fashion movements. When he steps away from the keyboard, you can likely find him at an NYC concert, thrift store or LGBTQ+ bookstore happily perusing the shelves.

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Associate Sales and Deals Editor

  • Stays on top of the best sales and deals across the internet
  • Over 3 years of experience in commerce (covering tentpole sales, like Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Way Day)
  • Studied Journalism at St. John's University

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