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GaspareU 8.2K Views
Sep 11, 2026 12:45 PM

[pre-order] AirPods 5 with Active Noise Cancellation $125

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I've been waiting since Dec 2025 for the Airpods 4 w/ ANC to come back on sale for $99. I think the extra $25 is worth it.

https://www.costco.com/p/-/airpod...?langId=-1
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I've been waiting since Dec 2025 for the Airpods 4 w/ ANC to come back on sale for $99. I think the extra $25 is worth it.

https://www.costco.com/p/-/airpod...?langId=-1

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Sep 11, 2026 2:02 PM
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GaspareU
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Sep 11, 2026 2:02 PM
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Why the hate? Airpods 4 w.ANC for $99 was a huge deal... 5 for an extra $25? I ordered two.
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Sep 11, 2026 2:53 PM
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WulfraxSep 11, 2026 2:53 PM
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Quote from GaspareU View quoted comment :
Why the hate? Airpods 4 w.ANC for $99 was a huge deal... 5 for an extra $25? I ordered two.
Not really what the site is for...Imagine if everyone posted things they liked, regardless if there was an actual sale/discount/etc - wouldn't be great or useful.Appreciate your enthusiasm and fandom of Apple products, but let's stick to just posting actual slick deals.
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Sep 11, 2026 4:19 PM
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GaspareU
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Sep 11, 2026 4:19 PM
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Quote from Wulfrax View quoted comment :
Not really what the site is for...Imagine if everyone posted things they liked, regardless if there was an actual sale/discount/etc - wouldn't be great or useful.Appreciate your enthusiasm and fandom of Apple products, but let's stick to just posting actual slick deals.
Airpod 4 right now are $148, normally 179. IMHO this is a great deal, almost as good as when the version 4 was $99 during Christmas. But clearly I am mistaken.

I will say this, thank you for the polite reply, appreciate it.
Sep 12, 2026 12:14 AM
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privaterSep 12, 2026 12:14 AM
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Quote from GaspareU View quoted comment :
Why the hate? Airpods 4 w.ANC for $99 was a huge deal... 5 for an extra $25? I ordered two.
Not sure about the hate part, but Costco usually bundle AppleCare+ without increase the price like currently running with AirPods 3 Pro. chances one might get deal sweeten around BF. abiet this is still a good price to start with, given ANC is now a standard feature on AirPods 5. so thumbs up
Sep 12, 2026 12:24 AM
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gen2Sep 12, 2026 12:24 AM
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$99 by Black Friday
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Sep 12, 2026 3:12 PM
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speedy777Sep 12, 2026 3:12 PM
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Quote from gen2 View quoted comment :
$99 by Black Friday
I missed the $99 deal last year. Hopefully, $99 again this coming BF.
Sep 12, 2026 9:39 PM
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Retail price is $129, right? This is $5 off...
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Sep 12, 2026 9:50 PM
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allblueeSep 12, 2026 9:50 PM
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fwiw shipping is 4.99, I thought it was free earlier for costco orders, not sure how...might just go get from warehouse later when it's available
Sep 15, 2026 10:34 PM
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HaysuChristoSep 15, 2026 10:34 PM
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Quote from GaspareU View quoted comment :
Why the hate? Airpods 4 w.ANC for $99 was a huge deal... 5 for an extra $25? I ordered two.
MSRP is $129 so a $5 discount isn't much of a deal at all. Besides, Amazon is selling these Airpods 5 for $125 all day (starting Sep18).
Sep 16, 2026 9:32 PM
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MartuzaSep 16, 2026 9:32 PM
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Discover the magic of Active Noise Cancellation.

AirPods 5. Featuring Active Noise Cancellation for an immersive listening experience, a redesigned acoustic architecture for richer sound, and hands-free access to Siri AI.1

ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION—AirPods 5 offer improved Active Noise Cancellation to help reduce outside noise, at their best value yet.
HEAR THE WORLD AROUND YOU—Adaptive Audio blends Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency for the best listening experience in any environment.2 Conversation Awareness automatically lowers the volume of what's playing if you start talking.3
LIVE TRANSLATION—Communicate across languages using Live Translation, enabled by Apple Intelligence.4
NEW SIRI AI—Get more done every day with hands-free access to an even more powerful and personalized AI assistant on your iPhone.1 Ask open-ended questions, brainstorm, and have full conversations.
IMPROVED SOUND AND CALL QUALITY—Next-generation Adaptive EQ for better sound quality. Voice Isolation improves call quality in loud conditions,3 using advanced computational audio to reduce background noise and clarify your voice.
PERSONALIZED SPATIAL AUDIO—Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking places sound all around you, creating a theater-like listening experience for music, TV shows, movies, games, and more.5
BUILT FOR COMFORT—Iconic open-ear design for all-day comfort and fit. Rated IP57 dust, sweat, and water resistant, so they'll withstand rain and heavy workouts.6
LONG BATTERY LIFE—Get up to 4 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation on a single charge.7 And get up to 20 hours of total listening time using the case.8
USB-C CHARGING CASE—AirPods 5 come with an ultra-compact USB-C Charging Case.
Sep 27, 2026 12:51 PM
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iChelseaFanSep 27, 2026 12:51 PM
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Definitely worth the extra $25, or you can wait till Black Friday, all AirPods go on sale.
Sep 30, 2026 2:11 PM
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AquaMorning577Sep 30, 2026 2:11 PM
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Not the one with a wireless Charging Case with a built-in speaker for Find My, force-sensor touch controls, and volume swipe on the stem. For a $4.01 discount for paid members, that's very kind of Costco!
Oct 13, 2026 5:27 AM
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RoknonceOct 13, 2026 5:27 AM
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Quote from GaspareU View quoted comment :
Why the hate? Airpods 4 w.ANC for $99 was a huge deal... 5 for an extra $25? I ordered two.
The AirPods 4 with ANC not only has ANC, but it also includes wireless charging and a Find My-enabled case—features missing on the standard AirPods 5. On top of that, it's currently at least $5 cheaper (and was $25 cheaper last year). People hate paying more money for less hardware.

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