I hope not. Abusers of Costco's generous returns be ruining it for the rest of us.
The lower prices did not include AppleCare+, if you value that sort of thing.
Also the deepest discounts were on the Lightning version, which is not the same.
Technically, yes (but minimal). So far, the only difference that has been confirmed is that the USB-C version will support lossless audio (20 bit/48 khz) with the upcoming Apple Vision Pro (while the lightning version will not support lossless). Here's a link for source[theverge.com] info.
It's unclear whether there's any physical difference in components, or if it's simply a software lockdown by Apple. Aside from the lossless issue, the USB-C versions also have dust proofing that the lightning version doesn't offer (IP54 rating instead of IPX4) & are capable of reverse charging USB-C devices (like the iPhone 15) though the batteries are so small I think that's pretty limited in value.
USB-C is of course more universally supported and future proof as well now that lightning is essentially going extinct, but the average lifespan for most AirPods is probably in the 2-3 years so also probably not a huge issue for the current generation of devices. To be clear, not saying they can't or won't last longer (I have a pair of AirPods from 2020 that are still working perfectly fine, aside from reduced battery life), but the batteries are so tiny on these that I think most people likely end up replacing them for something newer / better within that window.
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It was the same price at my store. Also, AppleCare shows expiration in Feb 2026, so a couple extra months were probably added so they don't have to activate each set individually.
I read it as 2 years additional, so thanks for that clarification.
I would say yes. It came back like 3 times during the holidays from the regular price of $249 on Costco.com. It might take a holiday sale like President's Day coming up...or maybe just a random sale.
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Also the deepest discounts were on the Lightning version, which is not the same.
It's unclear whether there's any physical difference in components, or if it's simply a software lockdown by Apple. Aside from the lossless issue, the USB-C versions also have dust proofing that the lightning version doesn't offer (IP54 rating instead of IPX4) & are capable of reverse charging USB-C devices (like the iPhone 15) though the batteries are so small I think that's pretty limited in value.
USB-C is of course more universally supported and future proof as well now that lightning is essentially going extinct, but the average lifespan for most AirPods is probably in the 2-3 years so also probably not a huge issue for the current generation of devices. To be clear, not saying they can't or won't last longer (I have a pair of AirPods from 2020 that are still working perfectly fine, aside from reduced battery life), but the batteries are so tiny on these that I think most people likely end up replacing them for something newer / better within that window.
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I read it as 2 years additional, so thanks for that clarification.
Not sure if this was posted earlier.
https://www.costco.com/airpods-pr...ue&nf=true
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Regular price is $249.99 and it does not include the Apple care in that price.
Should give you estimated delivery date when added to your cart. I've found their estimate to be pretty accurate in my case for previous purchases.