Amazon’s October Prime Day may be behind us, but savvy shoppers don’t have to wait until Black Friday and Cyber Monday to snag incredible deals. One standout offer is on Apple’s AirPods Max (USB-C), which are currently priced at just $429.99, a significant discount of $120 off their regular price. This price point marks the lowest since July and is available at major retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.
Apple’s AirPods Max are renowned for their exemplary build quality and phenomenal sound, making them a top choice for audiophiles. These over-ear headphones come equipped with a USB-C port, although their internal hardware and overall design remain unchanged since their debut in late 2020. A notable update in March introduced 24-bit, 48Hz lossless audio playback, which can be utilized when connected to a source via the included USB-C to USB-C cable or a $39 USB-C to 3.5mm audio cable. With the rise of lossless audio streaming from services like Spotify, users can now fully enjoy this feature without needing extensive libraries of FLAC files.
If you regularly use Apple products, the AirPods Max integrate seamlessly into your ecosystem. They can pair with your iPhone simply by being in proximity, eliminating the need to navigate through the Bluetooth menu. This convenience extends to switching between devices effortlessly, allowing you to enjoy audio from one device and then transition to another with ease. While the AirPods Max can also be used with non-Apple devices, they function as standard Bluetooth headphones in such cases.
Constructed from premium materials like aluminum, steel, and fabric, the AirPods Max stand out against competitors like Sony and Bose, which often use plastic in their high-end models. However, these materials do add weight, which may affect comfort for some users. Despite this, our reviewer found the headphones’ comfort to be “top notch.” In our original tests, the AirPods Max produced impressive sound quality, and even as competitors have improved, these headphones maintain a well-balanced audio profile with minimal distortion at high volumes. The inclusion of Apple’s H1 chip ensures that the headphones adjust their EQ based on the seal around your ears for a consistent audio experience.
In addition to the AirPods Max, there are several other great deals worth exploring. The Dell S3225QC monitor is an excellent choice for both general use and gaming, currently priced at $599.99 with a discount of $200 off. This 32-inch QD-OLED 4K display features a 120Hz refresh rate and support for AMD’s FreeSync Premium Pro, allowing for smoother gameplay on AMD graphics cards. Although it has only one HDMI 2.2 port, the monitor includes a USB-C port that can transmit both audio and video signals when connected to compatible devices.
For those seeking a smaller option, the Alienware AW2725Q is available for $699.99 ($200 off) and offers a higher refresh rate. Additionally, the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) is a top-rated smart thermostat, now at $219.99 ($60 off) at Amazon. It features a sleek design, a large screen, and Matter support for compatibility with Apple Home and Amazon Alexa, without requiring a C wire for power.
In the gaming realm, Nintendo is rarely known for discounts on its first-party Switch games. However, Amazon has the digital versions of New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, and Luigi’s Mansion 3, each marked down to $39.99 ($20 off), matching or exceeding their lowest prices ever. For gamers who prefer physical copies, Super Mario RPG is available for $42.98 ($17 off), and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom can be purchased for $59.99 ($10 off) at Best Buy.
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