Test headphones for a living. These are the 31 Prime Day deals you should actually get | CNN Underscored

Prime Day headphone deals draw attention because CNN Underscored frames the event as consistently strong for audio discounts, including models with noise cancellation and a range of budgets. The outlet’s tester and deals-focused writer says it reviewed nearly every set of headphones it has tested and recommends options such as Apple AirPods, Bose and Sony models, plus workout and sleep headphones. Key pricing highlights include Apple AirPods Pro 3 at $179 (down from $249) on Amazon, described as about $10 above the lowest-ever price. Apple AirPods 4 are listed at $99 (from $129). Apple AirPods Max 2 are shown as $399 “from” pricing (from $549), with availability fluctuating by color. Beats deals featured include Studio Buds+ at $90 (from $170) and Beats Solo 4 at $100 (from $200).