If you've been waiting for a good deal from Apple Now is the time to buy a pair. Amazon has cut the price of the USB-C model to $449, or 18 percent off the suggested price of $549. The retailer doesn't have every color in stock, but all those in stock – blue, midnight, orange and purple – are included in the promotion.
The AirPods Max need no introduction, but it's worth considering whether it makes sense to buy them in 2025. Without a doubt, they sound great and offer tight integration with other Apple devices, barring a minor Apple upgrade. AirPods Max are over four years old. During this time, competition has only intensified; In fact, they're not even listed on Engadget can be purchased in 2025. Even with the current $100 discount, there are options like it's better and cheaper.
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Apple's $100 off flagship AirPods offer more value than usual at their regular price of $549.
However, there are arguments to be made for the AirPods Max, especially for those deeply invested in the Apple ecosystem. As simple as Sony's app is for pairing, the process is still nowhere near as simple or seamless as Apple's native integration. If you use Siri a lot, the AirPods Max will win here too. Just keep in mind that Apple will likely release a corresponding update for the AirPods Max later this year.
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