Why I still recommend the AirPods Pro 2 in 2025 - especially at this Black Friday price

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The successor to the AirPods Pro 2 is here, and it's an impressive release from Apple. The AirPods Pro 3 debuted with several upgrades over the Pro 2, including in-ear heart rate monitoring, an upgraded ultra-wideband chip for device tracking, and an additional two hours of continuous battery life. They are also the first waterproof AirPods. 

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However, the AirPods Pro 2 may still be a better option for you. Now that the AirPods Pro 3 are on the market, the AirPods Pro 2 are often discounted, with prices ranging from $169 to as low as $139 during major sales, such as Black Friday. Although I've been wearing the AirPods Pro 3 since their release, I've revisited the AirPods Pro 2, as ...