Apple’s AirPods Max with USB-C port drop to their lowest price yet

If you’re waiting for a deal on Apple Now is a good time to buy a pair. Amazon has discounted the USB-C model to $449, or 18 percent off the suggested price of $549. The retailer doesn’t have every color, but all the in-stock colors — blue, midnight, orange, and purple — are part of the promotion.

The AirPods Max need no introduction, but it’s worth taking a moment to consider whether it makes sense to buy them in 2025. Sure, they look great and offer tight integration with other Apple devices, but if you don’t count Apple’s minor update AirPods Max are now more than four years old. In that time, the competition has gotten better. In reality, They’re not even on Engadget’s list of You can buy in 2025. Even taking into account the current discount of $100, there are options such as Which is better and cheaper.

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At $100 off, Apple’s flagship AirPods offer more value than they typically offer at their regular price of $549.

$450 at Amazon

However, there’s still good reason to favor the AirPods Max, especially for someone deeply invested in Apple’s ecosystem. Although pairing is easy through Sony’s app, the process is still far from as easy and seamless as Apple’s native integration. If you’re a frequent Siri user, the AirPods Max win there, too. Just keep in mind that Apple will likely release a proper update for the AirPods Max later this year.

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