AirPods Pro 2 at $169, AirPods 4 at $99 in back-to-school promos

Retailers are currently offering significant price cuts on two of Apple’s leading wireless earbud options, with the AirPods Pro 2 discounted to 169 and the non-ANC AirPods 4 down to 99. The deals, highlighted during the back-to-school shopping window and echoing Prime Day-style promotions, underscore ongoing price competition in the true wireless market and give consumers a clearer path to upgrading without paying the usual premium.

The AirPods Pro 2 retain their position as a top pick for iPhone users, praised for improved sound over the original Pro model, strong active noise cancellation, and seamless handoff between Apple devices. In promotional pricing, the Pro 2 are listed at 169, a 32 percent reduction from their typical 249 price. The discount is framed as one of the best values seen this year for these flagship true wireless earbuds, particularly for households already invested in Apple’s ecosystem. A favored review perspective notes that the Pro 2 offer portability, effective noise cancellation, and a balanced sound profile that appeals to a broad range of listeners, though some users may find the touch controls a touch fiddly at times. The sales window also serves as...