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AirPods Pro 3 are landing as a modest upgrade over Pro 2, with the biggest draw being stronger active noise cancellation and a better fit for moving around. The new Apple Translate feature is the main extra, but it also works on AirPods Pro 2, which makes the older model look like the better value for many. Warranty and AppleCare coverage come up often, along with reminders that Best Buy and Costco perks can matter as much as the sticker price. A few reports also flag comfort, battery life, and case quality concerns on Pro 3, so the appeal depends on how much you want the newest version.
buyers who specifically want Apple's Translate feature because commenters noted the AI/Apple Translate feature is available on AirPods Pro 2 as well, so the Pro 3 is mainly worth it if you need that capability.
everyday AirPods Pro users who care about stronger ANC and better fit while moving around because one commenter said the Pro 3's ANC is much better and the fit is better when they're active.
people trying to minimize the total out-the-door cost by stacking delivery and card promos because one buyer said they got them to about $170 delivered by combining Best Buy sale pricing with Uber Eats delivery/tip and AMEX Platinum Uber credits plus Costco gift card math.
shoppers who want an easy, fast checkout for multiple pairs because one commenter said ordering a 2-pack via e-gift cards delivered the email codes within about 5 minutes.
people who are expecting a big upgrade over AirPods Pro 2 because multiple commenters said it doesn't seem like a big upgrade versus Pro 2 and that the only meaningful new feature is Translate (so they'd rather save the money).
buyers who are sensitive to comfort and battery life because one commenter said AirPods Pro 3 felt less comfortable, had worse battery life (24h vs 30h with the case), and even had an extreme high-pitched ANC whistle issue that they didn't have on their Pro 2s.
Best Buy members who want points/price-match credit because one commenter warned that ordering through UberEats won't credit the order to your Best Buy member ID and prevents price matches/points from counting.
people who don't want to deal with return-policy uncertainty because one buyer said they bought from Apple at full price with engraving and is now wondering whether they can return them after not doing due diligence.
Best Buy and Amazon are both tied to the $219.99 sale price, and Best Buy has also matched Amazon and Walmart at $199 in-store. Uber Eats can stack a $15 Best Buy promo plus other credits, which can bring the delivered total down further.
The main new feature called out is Apple Translate, and that feature also works with AirPods Pro 2. AirPods Pro 3 is described as a modest upgrade at best, so Pro 2 can be the better value if you do not need the newer hardware changes.
AppleCare is worth considering because the first year is covered under warranty and Apple will repair or replace them for free. That matters more if you expect heavy use or have had repeated replacements before.
Some find AirPods Pro 3 more comfortable with better ANC, bass, spatial audio, and fit while moving around. Others report the opposite: less comfort, no meaningful ANC or sound improvement, a larger cheaper-feeling case, and a high-pitched ANC whistle.
Ordering through Uber Eats does not credit the purchase to your Best Buy member ID, so points and member rewards may not count. Price matches also cannot be done on those orders.
how are you guys buying $200 worth of GC - costco online only has $50 GC and allows buying two GC per transaction and limits one such transaction every 14 days... annoyingly i do not see the best buy discount on my account
Wondering how to get $15 off "$15 promotion discount if you purchase from Best Buy and use Uber eats for delivery". With Uber Eats, I was able to locate Best Buy and added AirPod to cart, total $238.14. What is next steps here, not seeing $15 off … Appreciate.
Wondering how to get $15 off "$15 promotion discount if you purchase from Best Buy and use Uber eats for delivery". With Uber Eats, I was able to locate Best Buy and added AirPod to cart, total $238.14. What is next steps here, not seeing $15 off … Appreciate.
In the Uber app tap Eats at the top, then search Best Buy, then tap your local Best Buy in the results. There should be a banner in the middle of the screen with rectangular offers, swipe right on it and look for "Save $15 when you order $1 or more"
In the Uber app tap Eats at the top, then search Best Buy, then tap your local Best Buy in the results. There should be a banner in the middle of the screen with rectangular offers, swipe right on it and look for "Save $15 when you order $1 or more"
You might need to be an Uber one subscriber. I believe there's a free trial available if you don't have the AMEX platinum card, which gives it to you for free.
You might need to be an Uber one subscriber. I believe there's a free trial available if you don't have the AMEX platinum card, which gives it to you for free.
Are you still seeing the $15 offer? I signed up for trial, not seeing it just yet, will reply back if the offer show up. Thanks
Costco is better will get 90days return and 2yrs warranty for electronics
It is worth to get from Costco because of their generous return policy plus if you think about it, only $20 more for 2 years of AppleCare+. Which is normally $39 for 2 years for AppleCare+. I can't stand Busted Buy. I rather pay a bit more to reputable places like Costco or Walmart. I don't care about free $10 here and there. Busted Buy like to play games. F them with their games.
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AirPods Pro 3 are landing as a modest upgrade over Pro 2, with the biggest draw being stronger active noise cancellation and a better fit for moving around. The new Apple Translate feature is the main extra, but it also works on AirPods Pro 2, which makes the older model look like the better value for many. Warranty and AppleCare coverage come up often, along with reminders that Best Buy and Costco perks can matter as much as the sticker price. A few reports also flag comfort, battery life, and case quality concerns on Pro 3, so the appeal depends on how much you want the newest version.
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