Apple dropped the price of entry for active noise cancellation and threw in better durability. Here's why upgrading to the AirPods 5 is a complete blowout.

Before yesterday, I wasn't expecting new AirPods during the iPhone Duo event. When Bloomberg finally committed to an AirPods 5 prediction the morning of the show, I knew the updates would be minor at best.

Apple's AirPods 5 start at $129 with noise cancellation. There's also a step-up model with a wireless charging case and longer battery life for $149.

Apple's "Surprise and Shine" event Wednesday brought the announcement of a new iPhone lineup as expected, plus the first-ever foldable iPhone, but true to the name of the event, Apple had another release ready to go: the AirPods 5.

Apple yesterday announced the Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5 at its "Surprise and Shine" event, and today all of these devices are up for pre-order on Amazon. This also includes the first cash discount on the Apple Watch Series 12.

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Apple is hosting its "Surprise and Shine" event on Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. PT. Apple has already confirmed that we'll see the newest generation of iPhones, but we're also expecting new AirPods, Apple Watches, and more. You can watch the event live on Apple's website, YouTube, and Apple TV.

Head over to Amazon to get the Apple AirPods Max 2 for just $449, down from their usual price of $549. That’s a $100 discount and 18% off.