Amazon drops AirPods Pro 3 to $179 all-time low for early Prime Day

Amazon and Walmart are offering the Apple AirPods Pro 3 at an all-time low price of $179, down from $249 — a $70 savings (28% off). This early Prime Day deal applies to both retailers and is expected to be short-lived. The AirPods Pro 3 are Apple's flagship wireless earbuds, designed primarily for iPhone users but also compatible with other Apple devices. They debuted with significant upgrades over the AirPods Pro 2, including a built-in heart rate sensor in each earbud that syncs with the iPhone's Health and Fitness apps, allowing users to track workouts without an Apple Watch.

In addition to fitness tracking, the AirPods Pro 3 deliver exceptional Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and Transparency Mode, which Apple describes as industry-leading. The sound quality, microphone performance, and spatial audio have all been improved. Users also benefit from intelligent features like Live Translation, Conversation Awareness, Adaptive Audio, and Siri Integration. ZDNET's review noted that the earbuds offer immersive ANC that rivals over-ear headphones.

The deal is particularly attractive for professionals who want a seamless audio experience across calls, commuting, and workouts. The $70 discount brings the price close to that of mid-range competitors like Sony or Samsung, but with the added ecosystem benefits of Apple integration. Given the limited-time nature of the promotion, interested buyers should act quickly to secure the lowest price ever seen on the AirPods Pro 3.