This week’s edition of our weekly deals roundup features a variety of discounts on Apple AirPods. The standard AirPods 4 is now $100, which is their lowest price ever. The ANC version and the higher-end AirPods Pro 2 is available for $149 and $169. You can also get discounts on headphones if you don’t want to buy new ones. Peacock Apple Music Subscriptions, Our Favorite Robot vacuum MicroSD card is a great option for those on a tight budget. Sonos speakers plus more. You can still buy the best tech deals of this week.
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We’ve never seen a better price for Apple’s latest wireless earbuds. Engadget audio expert Billy Steele scored the AirPods 4 at 88 points in his review in September last year. They are still worth a look by iPhone owners who dislike the feeling of traditional headphones that dig deep into the ear canals. They sound more balanced and clearer than most open-back headphones, and still offer all the Apple-friendly features: faster pairing with other Apple gadgets and device switching, hands-free Siri and Find My tracker, spatial audio support, etc. They lack wireless charging, built-in volume control, and the five-hour battery isn’t very good. The open design also lets in a lot of outside noise. To get the most from them, you still have to be 100% Apple. If you can deal with that, then they are a good value. Also available at Target or Best Buy. AirPods 4 with noise-cancelling version are also on sale at $149. This is $10 more than our lowest price, but $20 less than the pair’s normal street price. This version comes with all the same features of the base model plus active noise cancellation, a wireless charging case, and a few extras. The ANC is limited compared to earphones which seal off the ear canal. It won’t give you total silence but it’s surprisingly helpful for an open-back set. Battery life is affected by ANC, and it’s only around four hours.
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Apple AirPods Pro 2 at $169 at Amazon (80 off MSRP).: If you don’t mind the traditional in-ear design and are willing to pay a little more, the AirPods Pro 2 remain the best wireless headphones Apple makes. They’re our favorite pair of earphones for iPhone users. The AirPods Pro 2 have the same Apple-friendly features as those listed above, but they also offer stronger ANC, a better fit, a fuller sound, an extra hour or two battery life, and onboard volume control. Since last fall, the hearing aids can also be used as FDA-approved devices. If you’re not tied to the Apple ecosystem there are other pairs that offer superior noise cancellation, audio quality, and battery life. This is a $15 discount more than the Black Friday all-time low, but it’s still $20 to $30 less than the street price of the pair and $80 cheaper than buying directly from Apple. Also available at WalmartTarget or Best Buy.
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Peacock Premium (1 year) for $30 at Peacock (50 off for new and returning users): New and returning subscribers get a year’s subscription to Peacock with ads for $30 until February 18 . (Yes, even though there are ads, it is called “Premium” ). If you are not a subscriber, and do not see the discount at checkout, enter the codeWinter Savings if you’re a new customer. NBCUniversal had a similar deal around Black Friday, which reduced the annual subscription price to $20. This is still $50 less than the usual price. Peacock isn’t essential, but it’s worth checking out if your favorite shows are WWE live events, Premier League soccer or NBC and Bravo – The Office and Law and Order.
The Samsung Evo Select. The 1TB model, not the 512GB one pictured here, is on sale. Jeff Dunn/Engadget
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Samsung Evo Select (512GB) microSD card on sale for $70 at Amazon (10% off)The Evo Select was our budget pick when we tested the best microSD cards. It’s not the fastest, but it is fast enough to boost the storage capacity of a Nintendo Switch tablet or Android tablet without feeling bogged down. Don’t expect large file transfers to be very fast. This is the lowest price ever for the extra-large 1TB model. Also available at B&H and Samsung .
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(19459250]Sonos Era $100 for $199 at Sonos (50 off): To address the elephant, no, Sonos’s business is not going well. The redesign of the control app by the audio brand in May was a colossal fail, leading to the departures of its CEO and chief product office last month. We know that it’s hard to be excited about discounts, but we have to mention the firm’s salethat is still going on until February 9. The Sonos Era $100 is available for $199 – a $50 discount, which is tied with the lowest price that we’ve ever seen. This is our top midrange pick for our guide to the best intelligent speakers: Although the software situation is still uncertain, the hardware delivers an impressively clean and balanced audio for its size. It’s a good value for a single speaker that you can use at home. The price is less than $200. Also available at Amazon WalmartB&H
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$100 Apple Card + $10 Best Buy Card for $100 at Best Buy ($10 off): If you purchase a $100 Apple card at Best Buy, they will include a $10 Best Buy gift card for free. Both cards will be sent to you electronically. Apple gift cards can be used to purchase anything Apple, whether it’s a new iPhone or Apple TV+ subscription, or even purchases in the App Store. If you are looking to buy something similar and you know you will be shopping at Best Buy again, it is hard to complain about some bonus money.
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Apple Music (6 months) for $3 at Apple (52 off for new subscribers and selected devices only): Speaking of Apple Services, the company has a promotion where it offers six months of Apple Music total for $3. Normal subscriptions cost $11 per month following a 30-day trial or a 3-month trial for those who have recently purchased an Apple device. This latest promo comes with some caveats: You must be a new Apple Music user, not eligible for the three-month free trial, and able redeem the offer via an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. This is a great way to get half a year of music streaming at a low price if you meet the criteria. Apple Music is praised in our guide of the best music streaming services because it offers lossless streaming, is easy to use on Apple devices, and lets real people introduce you to music. Apple says that this deal will last until February 27. You will be charged automatically until you cancel.
The iRobot Roomba Vac. iRobot
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iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Q0120 for $130 on Amazon ($120 off).iRobot Roomba Vac Essential Q0120 for $130 on Amazon ($120 discount). It’s an entry-level model that navigates semi-randomly rather than mapping out set paths. It will still bump into furniture from time to time. It cleans well, especially on hard flooring, and the Roomba mobile app is easy to use. If you are on a tight budget and don’t have a lot of pet hair in your home, this is a great option. This is the lowest price that we’ve seen and a $20 discount from the robovacs’ typical selling price in recent months. Also available at Best Buy Targetas well as other retailers. Anker USB-C Charger $20 at Amazon (a $20 discount)
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The Anker Charger 713 is a compact charger with a USB-C port and can deliver up 45W. It’s not the fastest or newest model, but it is small enough to fit in a bag. It can also charge most modern smartphones and tablets quickly. This is the lowest price that we’ve ever seen, and it takes $8 off of the device’s street price. Also at Anker . The 67W Anker Prime chargeris also on sale at a low price of $36 if you want something faster and with more ports.
The Razer Viper V3 Pro. Photo by Jeff Dunn/Engadget
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Razer Viper V3 Pro $145 at Amazon (a $15 discount): This is not a huge discount, but it’s the lowest price for the Viper V3 Pro we’ve ever seen. This is a niche product, aimed at serious PC gamers. Its 54-gram design, however, is lightweight, responsive, and comfortable for all hand sizes and grip types. You shouldn’t expect this device to stop you from being beaten in Counter-Strike 2 or Marvel Rivals. Also available at Best Buy .
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LG B4 OLED TV (48″) for $600 at Best Buy ($200 off): This ties the lowest price we’ve seen for the 48-inch LG B4, which is the entry-level model in LG’s 2024 OLED lineup. While it’s not as bright or color-rich as some higher-end alternatives, it still offers the essential perks of any good OLED TV: superb contrast with deep black tones, clear motion, wide viewing angles and the like. It’s also a nice value for gaming, as it has four HDMI 2.1 ports that support refresh rates up to 120Hz. It’s just better off in a darker room, and this particular model is relatively small. If you’re curious about what other TV deals are available ahead of the Super Bowl, note that we have a separate roundup just for those.
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