Skullcandy covers official new TMNT gaming headsets in transparent glow-in-the-dark ooze

Skullcandy Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles headphones

The new Skullcandy Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles headphone collaboration is launching today. Featuring limited-edition ooze-covered designs, the brand is looking to take on Microsoft’s nearly-impossible to get TMNT peripherals with it latest releases, but don’t worry, the Skullcandy gear doesn’t smell like pizza. The new headphones come in the form of the Skullcandy x TMNT Push Active True Wireless Earbuds and Skullcandy x TMNT PLYR Multi-Platform Wireless Gaming Headset to celebrate the “fan-favorite franchise ahead of its 40th anniversary” with vibrant toxic green designs and nods to the crime fighting martial arts turtles around every corner. Head below for a closer look. 

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Samsung’s latest Galaxy Buds 2 now sell for $79 lows (Reg. $150), plus Buds 2 Pro at $170

Reg. $150 $79

Amazon is now offering the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 for $79 shipped. Normally selling for $150, you’re looking at a match of the all-time low for one of the first times. This is the best we’ve seen in months, clocking in at $10 under the fall Prime Day mention from earlier in the week.  If you’re not sold on the more recent Pro 2 models that just launched last fall, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 deliver many of the flagship features you’d expect with a more affordable price tag attached. Active noise cancelation is easily one of those highlights, but you’ll also benefit from up to 29 hours of battery life being paired with Qi wireless charging support. Not to mention, there’s also an Earbud fit test for getting the best seal. Check out all of the details in our hands-on review.

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Sennheiser’s MOMENTUM 3 earbuds with wireless charging fabric case at $142 low

Reg. $200+ $142

Amazon is now offering the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 Earbuds from $142.39 shipped. Originally $250 at Amazon, they currently fetch closer to $200 and are now at the lowest price we can find. Today’s deal also slightly undercuts both our previous mention and the fall Prime Day price by nearly $8. After going hands-on, we feel these are some of the better sounding earbuds out there and were an easy pick for our best earbuds of 2022 roundup. They put premium audio quality and aesthetics front and center with a gorgeous fabric-wrapped case that delivers up to 28 hours of battery life and wireless charging action. From there, you’ll find TrueResponse transducers and aptX Adaptive resolution tech alongside a built-in equalizer and pre-sets, the ability to connect to two devices at once, Adaptive Noise Cancellation for “immersive music without distractions,” and Transparency Mode to “stay in touch with the world around.” Take a deeper dive right here and head below for more. 

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New all-time low drops the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 down to $107 (Reg. $180)

Reg. $180 $107

A new all-time low is here on OnePlus Buds Pro 2 via Amazon. Dropping down to $106.98 shipped, today’s offer lands from the usual $180 price tag. It’s well below our previous $130 mention, and amounts to $73 in savings. Having just launched earlier in the year, the new OnePlus Buds Pro 2 sport a pair of 11mm dynamic drivers alongside a new Audio ID feature for personalized listening. That helps really bring out the best from its Spatial Audio-enabled sound profile, with active noise cancellation and 39 hours of battery life rounding out the package you can read about in our launch coverage. Head below for more.

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Sony’s popular XM5 ANC headphones land at the best price of the year of $341 (Reg. $398)

Reg. $398 $341

Amazon is now offering a rare chance to save on the new Sony WH-1000XM5 ANC Headphones. With only the silver style on sale, pricing drops to $341.41 shipped. Down from $398, this is landing as the best price of the year at $7 under our previous mention. We break down just why this is one of the best discounts we’ve seen on a pair of ANC headphones below the fold.

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Best price of the year takes $60 off Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 2 Pro at $170

Reg. $230 $170

Through the end of the day, Amazon is now offering the new Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro for $169.99 shipped. Also matched over at Best Buy. Only available in the graphite black colorway, today’s offer lands from the usual $230 price tag. It’s $60 off and on top of just beating our previous mention by $8, is now a new 2023 low. Packed into the refreshed design, the new releases arrive wtih Hi-Res audio support in the form of 24-bit playback to complement the overhauled active noise cancellation performance. Battery life clocks in at solid 5 hours from the buds themselves, with the charging case delivering up to 30 hours of extra listening in a build that’s 15% smaller than the previous-generation pair. You can learn all about the new experience over in our hands-on review, as well.

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Beats Studio Buds+ fall to $100 all-time lows in like-new condition (Reg. $170)

Reg. $170 $100

Woot is now offering the all-new Beats Studio Buds+ Earbuds for $99.99 shipped in Grade A refurbished condition. Available across all three styles – yes even the shiny new clear – today’s offer lands from the usual $170 price tag you’d pay for a new pair over at Amazon. It’s $70 off, beating our previous mention by $30, and marking a new all-time low. Beats Studio Buds+ just launched back in May and arrive as the latest true wireless listening experience from Beats. Notable features include improved ANC and transparency modes, which are complemented by upgraded microphones and the slick designed build. There’s 36 hours of listening for good measure, and everything else you can read about in our hands-on review. Though the biggest reason many have been eyeing up these new earbuds is the transparent casing.

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Save $50 on the latest AirPods Pro 2 at $199 before Apple switches to USB-C

Reg. $249 $199

Amazon is now offering the best price to date on Apple’s AirPods Pro 2. Now dropping down from the usual $249 price tag to $199 shipped, there’s $50 in savings to be excited about. If that wasn’t already enticing enough to finally upgrade to Apple’s latest earbuds, today’s offer matches the all-time low. This discount lands just a day after our report that Apple would be bringing USB-C to AirPods Pro 2 next month, but those who aren’t picky about the port can save ahead of time. We break down all of the new features that make the whole true wireless earbuds experience even better below the fold, or over in our coverage at 9to5Mac.

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Bose Week sale live at up to $200 off: QuietComfort Earbuds II, speakers, much more

$200 off From $95

The Bose Week sale is now live in celebration of Labor Day weekend. The sale event runs from now through September 4, 2023 and features a range of its popular noise cancelling headphones, speakers, home theater gear, smart glasses, and more. The deals start from $95 shipped and deliver up to $200 in savings. Headlined by its latest model in-ear wireless buds known as the QuietComfort Earbuds II (get a closer look in our launch coverage), you’ll also find solid offers on its world-class ANC over-ears cans, portable Bluetooth speakers, and sound bars, as well as some interesting bundle offers combining speakers and headphones alongside its fabric case cover. Head below for a closer look at the deals. 

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This wireless neckband speaker from Sony features multi-point Bluetooth for $98

$52 off $98

Amazon is offering the Sony SRS-NB10 Wireless Neckband Bluetooth Speaker for $98 shipped. Down from its usual $150, this 35% discount is the lowest price we can find for this product, matching all previous markdowns to the same price. Crafted from premium materials to be both comfortable and lightweight, this full-range speaker unit provides you with high-quality sound on a personal level. Equipped with USB-C charging, this personal speaker gives you up to 20 hours of battery life while being able to simultaneously connect to multiple devices all at once. It features a waterproof design with an upward-facing speaker, a microphone, and integrated mute button for easy use during work calls and multi-tasking moments.

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Anker expands Soundcore lineup with new Space One ANC headphones in three colors

$80

Anker today is offering a first look at its latest pair of headphones. The new Soundcore Space One will be officially launching at the end of the month, arriving with a refreshed form factor, improved ANC, and up to 55 hours of battery life.

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First discount drops the all-new bass-heavy Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 Headphones to $199

Reg. $230 $199

The all-new Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 Headphones are going on sale for the very first time today. Courtesy of Amazon, the just-released over-ear headphones are seeing their first discount to $199 shipped. Down from $230, this $31 discount fittingly lands at a new all-time low. Standing out from any other pair of headphones on the market, the Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 arrive with a physical bass slider on the side to let you manually adjust just how booming your music is. We found that Skullcandy very much delivered on the bass in our recent hands-on review, but also backed the experience with some other notable inclusions like 50-hour battery life, ANC, and multipoint Bluetooth connectivity.

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Belkin SoundForm Immerse ANC earbuds pack Apple Find My tech at $88 low (Reg. $180)

Reg. $180 $88

Amazon is now offering the Belkin SoundForm Immerse ANC Earbuds for $88.20 shipped. Normally fetching $180, today’s discount lands with over 50% in savings attached. It’s one of the first chances to save some cash period, and is also a new all-time low. What really sets the Belkin SoundForm Immerse apart from other earbuds on the market is the built-in Find My tech. Tapping into Apple’s network of devices, you’ll be able to natively find these buds with the default Find My app, just like any of the brand’s in-house gear. These are also some pretty solid earbuds in any other capacity with 12mm dynamic drivers, 31 hours of battery life, and ANC. The Google Fast Pair support will make these just as compelling for Android users, with IPX5 water-resistance rounding out the feature set with personalized EQ settings in the companion app. Head below for more.

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Sony’s XM4 ANC earbuds are frankly a steal at new $170 all-time low (Reg. $280)

Reg. $280 $170

Sony just launched its brand-new flagship earbuds with the new XM5s, delivering some new flagship specs to go alongside a price hike in the process. But if you’re not after the latest and greatest, and have been waiting for a deep discount to land on the previous model, Amazon finally has your back. Right now, the Sony XM4 ANC Earbuds sell for $169.95 shipped. That’s $90 off the usual $280 price tag they launched with and landing at a new all-time low. Today’s offer is $18 under our previous mention and clocks in at $8 below the previous all-time low. Below the fold we dive into how these compare to the newer counterparts. But the spoiler is that at $130 less than the XM5s, these are as good of a bargain as you’ll find in the earbuds space.

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Stand out in the crowd with Audio-Technica’s new Ice Blue ATH-M50x headphones

Today Audio-Technica is officially introducing a couple new Ice Blue sets of its popular ATH-M50x over-ear headphones. The ATH-M series lineup has been around for years, in both wired and wireless formats, and today AT is expanding the collection with a new crowd-sourced limited-edition Ice Blue colorway in both wired and wireless formats known as the ATH-M50xIB and ATH-M50xBT2IB. Both are now, or will very soon be, available for purchase and you’ll find all of the details down below. 

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Jabra’s latest Elite 4/3 ANC earbuds with Google Fast Pair now start at $49.50 (Reg. $80+)

Reg. $80+ From $49.50

Jabra released its new Elite 4 ANC Earbuds earlier in the year, and now one of the first chances to save has arrived. Dropping down to $69.99 shipped at Amazon, today’s offer lands with 30% in savings attached. This is one of the first chances to save and the best discount to date at $5 under our previous mention. As you might know from our hands-on review, Jabra’s new Elite 4 earbuds arrive with a higher price tag than the previous releases, but with some added tech to help justify the price hike. The onboard active noise cancellation is backed by newfound inclusions of multipoint Bluetooth for pairing these buds to more than one device at a time. If you’re an Android user, the Google Fast Pair support is also going to be a notable inclusion, which makes the cut alongside 22 hours of listening, 6mm drivers, and a water-resistant design to ensure these can tag along on workouts. Head below for more.

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Rolling Square’s HYPHEN Aria Air Conduction earbuds, a refreshing new take on earbuds [Hands-on]

Rolling Square, known for its high quality and unique Apple-related accessories, has just announced its new HYPHEN Aria air-conduction headphones. These headphones claim to be “the biological way of listening with sound quality in mind.” I was a bit skeptical about what this meant when I first saw that tagline. I had tried bone conduction headphone tech in the past, and I was not a massive fan of those products. But this new take on air-conduction headphones left me pleasantly surprised.

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Latest Bose ANC QuietComfort Earbuds II in all colorways drop to $249 at Amazon (Reg. $299)

Reg. $299 $249

While we are still tracking a solid $199 refurb offer directly from Bose, Amazon is now offering the complete collection of the latest model Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II down at $249 shipped. Regularly $299, this is a solid $50 price drop, matching the third-party offering we saw during Prime Day, and the lowest total we can find. While the Bose refurbished offer is a solid one at $100 off the going rate, today’s offer comes straight from Amazon and is available on all four color options. This set launched last September to take on Apple’s latest flagship AirPods Pro 2 with Bose’s world-class noise cancellation in tow. They also deliver a more compact form-factor this time around, effectively updating the brand’s popular previous-generation set while maintaining what made them such a compelling AirPods contender in the first place. The 6-hours of battery life before you factor in the included charging case (“quick-charge option provides up to 2 hours of battery life from a 20-minute charge”) joins the single earbud listening feature, touch interface controls, and advanced Bluetooth 5.3 capability – the “earbuds keep track of the last seven paired devices to easily swap between them.” Get a closer look in our launch coverage and head below for more details. 

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Beats Studio Buds+ see first discount to $150 with transparent design (Reg. $170)

$150

As part of its Prime Day 2023 deals, Amazon now offers the very first chance to save on the all-new Beats Studio Buds+. Arriving with that eye-catching transparent plastic design, you can now bring home the just-released earbuds for $149.99. There are two other styles available, too. Down from $170, today’s offer amounts to $20 in savings alongside being a new all-time low. It’s the first chance to save period, too. Beats Studio Buds+ just launched back in May and arrive as the latest listening experience from Beats. Notable features include improved ANC and transparency modes, which are complemented by upgraded microphones and the slick designed build. There’s 36 hours of listening for good measure, and everything else you can read about in our hands-on review.

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Bose Headphones 700 now start from $249 as best prices of the year land from $379

Reg. $379 From $250

Amazon now offers the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 for $299 shipped. Down from $379, you’re looking at an $80 discount. This is matching the best price of the year and is the lowest in months. It comes within $30 of the all-time low from last holiday season, too. Matched directly from Bose, as well. The Bose Headphones 700 might not be the newest pair of headphones on the block, but these still stand up as delivering one of the best distraction-free listening experiences on the market. There’s 11 different levels of active noise cancellation at the center of the experience, which pairs with a comfortable over-ear design. Alongside 20-hour battery life, you’ll have the option of both Bluetooth and wired listening to round out the package with onboard Alexa and Assistant control. Our hands-on review offers a better idea of what to expect. Head below for more.

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AirPods Max see $99 Independence Day discounts in four styles at $450 (2023 low)

Reg. $549 $450

The Independence Day weekend discounts are now beginning to go live today, with the lowest price of the year arriving on AirPods Max to set the pace. Courtesy of Amazon, the savings today lands on four different colorways of Apple’s flagship headphones at $449.99 shipped each. Down from $549, this is the second-best discount to date at within $1 of the Amazon all-time low. It’s $99 off and matching our previous mention that has only been live a handful of times this year.

Apple’s H1 chip kicks off AirPods Max and helps enable the best-in-class active noise cancellation that pairs with Spatial Audio alongside 20-hour playback, and Hey Siri support. Not to mention, you’ll find as premium of a design as they come which is comprised of aluminum, a knit-mesh canopy, and memory foam ear cushions. Since launch back in the winter of 2020, AirPods Max have faced some fallout for the hard to swallow price tag, but today’s price cut offers a chance to score Apple’s flagship listening experience for far less than retail price. Get all of the details in our hands-on review.

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Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC review: There’s no way these new earbuds cost just $100

Reg. $100 $80

Earlier this month, Anker revealed its new Soundcore Liberty 4 NC earbuds. After getting a first look at them in person, I went home with a pair of the brand’s latest true wireless earbuds and have been daily driving them since. The verdict after a few weeks? These may be some of the more affordable options on the market, but the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC punch well above their weight class and may very well be the best $100 earbuds out there.

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Beats Fit Pro land at best price of the year at $145 in four colors (Reg. $200), more

Reg. $200 $145

Woot is now offering the best price of the year on the flagship true wireless earbuds from Beats. Now on sale from the usual $200 going rate, Beats Fit Pro arrive in one of four colors at $144.95 Prime shipped. Delivery will run you $6 otherwise. With 28% in savings attached, today’s offer lands at $15 below our previous mentions from the spring. This is also $5 below the previous 2023 low, too. The only real downside here is that the three new colors that were just refreshed earlier in the year aren’t included in the savings, as only the original styles are making the cut for today’s discount.

Despite just seeing the slick new Studio Buds+ hit the scene, Beats Fit Pro very much still are the latest flagship releases from the company. Just refreshed earlier this spring with some new designs, you can now bring home the fitness-ready listening experience in a wider range of styles that all come backed by IPX4 water-resistance and wingtip designs. True wireless builds in tow, these are a particular highlight for those in the Apple ecosystem thanks to the onboard H1 chip, which enables features like Hey Siri support and fast pairing. Battery life clocks in at 6 hours, though the companion charging case will bump that up to 24. You can see how all of that stacks up in our hands-on review. But then head below for more.

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Razer first IEMs arrive with Moray, offering ‘all-day streaming comfort’ and THX certification

Buy now $130

Today, iconic gaming brand Razer is introducing its very first set of in-ear monitors. The Razer Moray is designed for “all-day streaming. All-day comfort,” according to the company. There’s a hybrid dual-driver acoustic design as well as “expert non-fatiguing tuning” to let you enjoy some high-fidelity audio at your desk. This is an “exciting new chapter for Razer,” according to the brand’s vice president of the hardware business unit, and brings the company into an all-new market as well. Ready to take a closer look at what the Razer Moray in-ear monitors have to offer? Head below for everything you need to know.

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Save 25% on 1MORE’s audiophile-grade EVO ANC earbuds at $127

Reg. $170 $127

The official 1More Amazon storefront is now offering its EVO ANC True Wireless Earbuds for $127.49 shipped after the on-page coupon has been clipped. Marking the second-best price to date in one of two styles, today’s offer lands at 25% off. It comes within $7.50 of our previous mention from back in March and is only the second discount of the year. Arriving with plenty of premium features that are only made more compelling by the discount today, the new 1MORE EVO buds pack active noise cancellation as well as support for hi-res audio playback. If the four different ANC tunings weren’t already enough, there are two interchangeable transparency modes to pick from, as well as hybrid dual drivers that can be tuned in the companion app with customizable EQ settings. We previously walked away impressed in our hands-on review, noting that its audiophile-grade sound made a strong first impression.

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Beats Studio Buds land at best price of the year in five colors with $60 discount to $90

Reg. $150 $90

Woot is now offering the Beats Studio Buds for $89.95 Prime shipped. Delivery will run you an extra $6 otherwise. Down from $150, you’re looking at the best price of the year with $60 in savings attached. It’s $10 under our previous mention and $5 below the previous 2023 low. Despite just seeing the slick new Studio Buds+ hit the scene, Beats Studio Buds arrive as some of the brand’s latest workout companions, delivering a true wireless form-factor that’s ideal for tagging along on workouts as well as your typical daily wear, with active noise cancellation joining the feature set on top of a transparency mode. Other notable inclusions like Hey Siri support, a compact charging case with USB-C that brings battery life up to 24 hours, and IPX4 water-resistance complete the package. Dive into our hands-on review for a closer look.

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AirPods Max on sale for one of the first times this year with $99 discount to $450 (2023 low)

Reg. $549 $450

Joining all of the other holiday weekend Apple deals going live as Friday has arrived, Amazon is now carrying the savings over to Apple’s AirPods Max. Available across four of the styles, today’s offer lands at $449.99 shipped. Down from $549, you’re looking at only the fourth chance to save of the year period that comes matched by $99 in savings. We saw it go on sale at this price for just a weekend earlier in the month, but otherwise it’s the first chance to save since back in the beginning of April.

Apple’s H1 chip kicks off AirPods Max and helps enable the best-in-class active noise cancellation that pairs with Spatial Audio alongside 20-hour playback, and Hey Siri support. Not to mention, you’ll find as premium of a design as they come which is comprised of aluminum, a knit-mesh canopy, and memory foam ear cushions. Since launch back in the winter of 2020, AirPods Max have faced some fallout for the hard to swallow price tag, but today’s price cut offers a chance to score Apple’s flagship listening experience for far less than retail price. Get all of the details in our hands-on review.

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Amazon just unveiled brand new Echo Buds with AI and custom tap controls for just $40

$40

Joining the launch of the Echo Pop smart speaker, Amazon is also expanding its lineup of earbuds today with the new 2023 Echo Buds. Joining the previously-released set with active noise cancellation, this new set is looking to step into the entry-level position with a paired down feature set while still delivering some new personal AI functionality, multipoint pairing, customizable tap controls, and best of all, a particularly low introductory price during the pre-order phase. Head below for more details and to land a set of Amazon’s brand new 2023 Echo Buds at $40

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Belkin’s new SoundForm Pulse deliver ANC and multipoint audio without the premium price

Pre-order $120

Belkin is gearing up to launch its latest earbuds, this time around packing some features we don’t normally see in such an affordable price point. The new SoundForm Pulse earbuds from Belkin not only arrive with ANC at $120, but also with 35-hour battery life and multipoint Bluetooth connectivity ahead of launching later this month.

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Anker Soundcore Gold Box discounts latest true wireless earbuds and headphones from $60

Reg. $85+ From $60

Today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Anker’s official Amazon storefront is now discounting an assortment of its latest Soundcore headphones and earbuds. Shipping is free across the board while the savings are available through the end of the day that start from $60. Amongst several different models and colorways, our favorite discount of the batch puts the new Space Q45 ANC Headphones in the spotlight with a drop down to $99.99. You’d more regularly pay $150, with today’s offer arriving at the all-time low for the first time in months. It’s one of the first chances to lock-in this low of a price, with 33% in savings attached. This is also $30 under our previous mention.

Arriving as some of Anker’s latest over-ear headphones, the new Space Q45 enter the Soundcore lineup with a long list of compelling specs that are only made more enticing by the price cut. Active noise cancellation is one of the biggest draws, which I can attest to being one of the biggest selling points. That feature paired with the plushy earcup designs makes for comfortable listening that blocks out ambient audio at home or even on airplanes. Then you’ll find 50-hour playback, adjustable EQ settings from the companion app, and a premium-feeling build that you can read all about in our hands-on review. Head below for more.

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Save $20 on Anker Soundcore Space Q45 headphones at $130, plus Space A40 at $79

Reg. $100 $79

Anker is now offering its new Soundcore Space Q45 ANC Headphones for $129.99 shipped. Also available at Amazon. Normally fetching $150, today’s offer marks one of the first chances to save at $20 off. It’s the lowest in a few months and the second-best discount to date. Arriving as some of Anker’s latest over-ear headphones, the new Space Q45 enter the Soundcore lineup with a long list of compelling specs that are only made more enticing by the price cut. Active noise cancellation is one of the biggest draws, which I can attest to being one of the biggest selling points. That feature paired with the plushy earcup designs makes for comfortable listening that blocks out ambient audio at home or even on airplanes. Then you’ll find 50-hour playback, adjustable EQ settings from the companion app, and a premium-feeling build that you can read all about in our hands-on review. Head below for more.

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Review: Jabra’s new Elite 4 earbuds justify a price hike with ANC and multipoint Bluetooth

Buy now $100

Jabra today is officially shipping its latest pair of earbuds. The new Elite 4 were first announced toward the end of March and now are finally available for purchase. Arriving with a higher price tag and some added features compared to the previous versions, we’re taking a hands-on look at how these Jabra Elite 4 earbuds stack up.

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Review: Bowers & Wilkins’ new Pi7 S2 earbuds deliver my favorite hi-fi listening experience yet

Buy now $399

Last I checked in on the true wireless earbuds front, I was taking a look at all of the options from last year and sorting through the best of the best to pick some favorites. And while I praised plenty of offerings from 2022 for having unique feature sets, comfy in-ear builds, and of course just sounding great, there’s a new pair of earbuds on the market that has quickly become my favorite. You may balk at the seriously steep price tag of the new Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2, but I’m here to tell you just why these high-end buds are worth a listen.

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1MORE’s EVO ANC earbuds deliver audiophile-grade sound at $120 (Save $50)

Reg. $170 $120

The official 1More Amazon storefront is now offering its EVO ANC True Wireless Earbuds for $119.99 shipped after the on-page coupon has been clipped. Normally fetching $170, you’re looking at $50 in savings as well as a match of the second-best price to date. This is the lowest we’ve seen since back on Black Friday, while delivering only the fourth notable price cut yet. Arriving with plenty of premium features that are only made more compelling by the discount today, the new 1MORE EVO buds pack active noise cancellation as well as support for hi-res audio playback. If the four different ANC tunings weren’t already enough, there are two interchangeable transparency modes to pick from, as well as hybrid dual drivers that can be tuned in the companion app with customizable EQ settings. We previously walked away impressed in our hands-on review, noting that its audiophile-grade sound made a strong first impression.

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Skullcandy’s new Burton collab brings snowboard-inspired colorway to latest earbuds

After teaming up with Doritos back in January, Skullcandy is now launching another limited-edition collaboration with Burton, one of the world’s leading snowboard brands. As part of this collaboration, Skullcandy is introducing a custom colorway for a few of its popular headphones and earbuds: the Crusher Evo headphones, the Push Active earbuds, and the Mod earbuds. All of these are now available globally from Skullcandy’s online store starting today. If you want to learn more about these new offerings, be sure to keep reading below the fold.

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First discount in months lands on Apple’s AirPods Max with $99 price cut to $450

Reg. $549 $450

Apple’s AirPods Max have been selling at full price for the past few months, leaving shoppers looking to try out Apple’s flagship listening experience high and dry for paying MSRP. Today is finally seeing a chance to save, with Amazon stepping in to offer the first discount on Apple’s AirPods Max in nearly 3 months. Dropping the Space Gray style down to $449.99 shipped, you’re looking at $99 in savings and a match of our previous mention from Thanksgiving week. This is the third-best discount to date and the lowest we’ve seen since back in September.

Apple’s H1 chip kicks off AirPods Max and helps enable the best-in-class active noise cancellation that pairs with Spatial Audio alongside 20-hour playback, and Hey Siri support. Not to mention, you’ll find as premium of a design as they come which is comprised of aluminum, a knit-mesh canopy, and memory foam ear cushions. Since launch back in the winter of 2020, AirPods Max have faced some fallout for the hard to swallow price tag, but today’s price cut offers a chance to score Apple’s flagship listening experience for far less than retail price. Get all of the details in our hands-on review.

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Sony intros new Float Run pressure-free headphones for runners and athletes

Today, Sony is introducing a new model of headphones designed specifically for runners and athletes. The Float Run, as Sony calls it, is a headphone style that puts the speaker near your ear canal but without touching it. Also, the pressure-free design doesn’t necessarily squeeze your head like similar bone-conducting models have to, making it even more comfortable for runners, who can now exercise without the worry of chafing. Sound intriguing? Keep reading to learn more.

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Sony’s latest XM5 ANC headphones drop to $279 in refurbished sale (Orig. $398)

Orig. $398 $279

Secondipity via eBay’s official refurbished storefront now offers the recently-released Sony WH-1000XM5 ANC Headphones for $279 shipped in both black and silver. Normally fetching $398 in new condition at retailers like Amazon, you’re looking at the second-best price to date of $119 off. This comes within $26 of the all-time low, which was set just once before back in September. Sony’s new XM5 headphones arrive as the latest addition to its series of popular cans backed by some of the best active noise cancellation on the market. This time around there’s a completely refreshed design that now arrives with 30-hour battery life to go alongside the new Integrated Processor V1 for improved playback. That new exterior is comprised of soft fit leather with a lightweight build rounding out the package alongside multipoint Bluetooth connectivity. Head below for more.

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Sennheiser’s latest Momentum 4 headphones and 3 earbuds on sale from $190 (Reg. $250+)

Reg. $250 From $190

Amazon is now offering the Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones for $275.28 shipped. Typically fetching $350, you’re looking at a 21% discount as well as one of the first chances to save. This is within $5 of the all-time low and one of the best markdowns otherwise since it launched late last fall. Refreshing the design of its flagship over-ear headphones from previous iterations, the new Momentum 4 make for a step forward from Sennheiser with improved sound quality and active noise cancellation. All of that comes packed into a premium build that’s a bit less stylized than we’ve seen before, but with the signature fabric accenting that has been a staple of its latest releases. You’re also looking at notable 60-hour battery life to go alongside the pair of internal 42mm drivers that are backed by both Bluetooth and wired USB-C audio. Our launch coverage breaks down the rest of the experience, too.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have never sold for less with clearance discount to $88

Orig. $200 $88

Amazon now offers the original Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro for $87.97 shipped. This new all-time low arrives from the original $200 price tag and is well below our previous $100 mention from back over the holiday shopping season. It’s the best price we’ve ever seen and a notable option compared to the more recent Galaxy Buds Pro 2 that sell for $190. Samsung’s original flagship earbuds arrive with all of the notable specs you would expect ranging from active noise cancellation and an Ambient sound mode to a true wireless design, water-resistance, and seamless pairing to your Galaxy handset. There’s also the added perk of spatial audio which is rounded out by 28 hours of playback on a single charge. We noted that they are “simply excellent” in our hands-on review, and that sentiment holds up even better with today’s all-time low price cut. Head below for more.

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Powerbeats Pro Earphones back to holiday pricing at $150 ($100 off), more from $100

$100 off From $100

Amazon is now offering the Powerbeats Pro Wireless Earphones for $149.95 shipped in all three colorways. Regularly $250 straight from Apple and usually closer to $200 at Amazon, this is up to $100 in savings and the lowest price we can find. While we did see a short-lived $150 deal with a $10 Amazon gift card attached over Black Friday last year, this is matching the lowest we have tracked there otherwise. The workout-ready design here features up to 24-hours of playback (plus Fast Fuel that delivers an extra 1.5 hours with a 5-minute charge) alongside volume and track controls on each bud. Apple’s H1 chip is also in place here for fast pairing, Siri access, and more. Get all of the details in our hands-on review and then head below for more Beats wireless headphone deals from $100

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Best true wireless earbuds of 2022: Anker, Sennheiser, Sony, Beyerdynamic, and more

Throughout 2022, we’ve reviewed a collection of the latest true wireless earbuds. Including a wide range of brands, form-factors, and price points, we’ve settled on five of our favorite alternatives to first-party offerings from Apple, Google, and Samsung. Including Anker’s new Soundcore Liberty 4, the stylish Sennheiser Momentum 4s, and some utterly unique offerings from Sony, you’ll find all of the best earbuds of 2022 outlined below.

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Tested: Audio-Technica takes on AirPods Pro 2 with its latest ATH-TWX9 Wireless Earbuds

They might not feature the stark white minimalism of the latest Apple buds, but Audio-Technica’s new ATH-TWX9 set is clearly looking to take on the AirPods Pro 2 to some degree. After debuting back in November, AT’s latest is loaded with noise-cancellation tech, spatial audio, a similar form factor, and built-in sterilization in the wireless charging case, not to mention a somewhat lofty price to match. It’s time to take a closer look at the Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9 as part of the latest Tested with 9to5Toys feature. 

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Anker Liberty 3 Pro ANC Earbuds drop 50% today with Christmas delivery at $85 shipped

Reg. $130+ $85

While Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 are still down at the holiday price of $200, another solid and more affordable option comes by way of the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro Noise Cancelling Earbuds. Regularly $170 and closer to $130 or so over the last few months, you can now land a set in gray, white, or black at $84.99 shipped via the brand’s official Amazon storefront. All of which are currently still listed as arriving for Christmas as well. This is matching our previous mention from the pre-Black Friday festivities at up to 50% off and the lowest we can find. As you’ll know from our hands-on review, they sport active noise cancellation alongside HearID that “analyzes your ears and level of in-ear pressure to create a tailored profile.” From there, you can expect to score 32 hours of battery life with the included wireless charging-ready case as well as compatibility with both iOS and Android smartphones. Get a closer look right here and head below for more. 

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Apple’s new AirPods Pro 2 return to all-time low at $200 ahead of the holidays (Save $49)

Reg. $249 $200

After originally going live at this price over Thanksgiving Week, Amazon is offering another chance to lock-in the Black Friday and Cyber Monday pricing on Apple’s latest AirPods Pro 2. Dropping down to an all-time low at $199.99 shipped, this is only the second chance to save this much cash on the all-new additions to Apple’s true wireless earbuds stable. You would more regularly pay $249 with today’s $49 discount matching the all-time low for only the second time. Delivering all of the same features as the original pair, the new AirPods Pro 2 now arrive with some improvements like enhanced audio playback to pair with the upgraded ANC and new adaptive transparency mode tech. There’s still Spatial Audio support, as well as Hey Siri integration, just all packed into a refreshed charging case with Find My features, a built-in speaker, and lanyard loop. Head below for more info on the AirPods Pro 2 deal.

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Apple’s new AirPods Pro 2 hit all-time low of $200 in Cyber Monday Sale (Reg. $249)

New low $200

Amazon is now offering one of the first chances to save on the all-new Apple AirPods Pro 2. Now on sale for $199.99 shipped, this is only the fifth discount to date from the usual $249 going rate, and undercuts our previous mention by $30. This is a new all-time low, as well, and is $22 under the previous record.

Delivering all of the same features as the original pair, the new AirPods Pro 2 now arrive with some improvements like enhanced audio playback to pair with the upgraded ANC and new adaptive transparency mode tech. There’s still Spatial Audio support, as well as Hey Siri integration, just all packed into a refreshed charging case with Find My features, a built-in speaker, and lanyard loop. Head below for more info on the AirPods Pro 2 deal.

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Bose QuietComfort 45 ANC Headphones see $100 Cyber Monday discount to new low at $229

Reg. $329 $229

After hitting the rest of the Bose lineup earlier in the week, the Cyber Monday savings is now rolling over to the brand’s flagship listening experience. Right now Amazon offers the Bose QuietComfort 45 ANC Bluetooth Headphones for $229 shipped in four different styles. Normally fetching $329, this is the very first time we’ve seen a $100 off discount and a new all-time low. It has previously sold for $20 less. These over-ear headphones from Bose arrive as the brand’s latest flagship offering yet with a series of notable specs to match. First up, there’s enhanced active noise cancellation which pairs with an Apple-style transparency mode as well as Active EQ for balanced listening. You can also rely on 24 hours of playback before needing to recharge the QuietComfort 45 ANC, and plugging in a USB-C cable for just 15 minutes will net you 3 hours of usage in a pinch. Head below for more.

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Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones Black Friday doorbuster deal now live at $79

Reg. $150+ $79

As part of its early Black Friday sale, Walmart is offering the best deal we have tracked yet this year on the Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones at $79 shipped in black, red, and pink. This deal is only available to Walmart+ members (free trial right here) right now and will open up to everyone later tonight at 7 p.m. if it’s still in-stock. Regularly $200 and currently marked down to $150 at Best Buy, they have most recently been going in and out of stock at Amazon for $100 (although we might see a price match there) with today’s deal yielding another $21 in savings to deliver a notable Black Friday doorbuster-worthy price. This set side steps some of the pairing issues you might find out there from other brand’s with Apple’s fast H1 chip alongside bringing up to 40 hours to your wireless listening experience (Fast Fuel delivers an extra 3 hours after just 5 minutes of charging). The “award-winning sound and design you’ve come to love from Beats” is joined by adjustable cushioned ear cups with multifunction controls for taking calls, music playback, and activating Siri. More details below. 

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