Apple AirPods Black Friday 2024: Grab early deals on new AirPods Pro 4 NOW

In addition to AirPods, we also stumbled across plenty of other Apple device deals, including savings on iPhones, iPads, and Apple accessories.

You can find a list of last year’s best offers in our Apple Black Friday guide.

When is Cyber Monday 2024 and is Apple taking part?

This year Cyber Monday takes place on December 2, taking the sales period into the festive season.

Typically, you'll find some of the best online deals on Cyber Monday as retailers wrap up the sale season.

Although Apple doesn’t tend to participate in Cyber Monday sales, other retailers that stock the brand’s products do so make sure to shop around.

For a look at the wider sale and what to expect, head to our 'When is Cyber Monday?' explainer, it has everything you need to make the most of the sale.

How much does Apple’s shipping cost?

For those ordering directly from Apple, delivery is free for all online orders.

Customers can upgrade to a faster delivery method for an additional fee.

If you're ordering Apple products elsewhere, delivery costs will vary.

Remember to keep an eye out for any free shipping promotions, and if you’re an Amazon Prime member, you’ll be eligible for free next-day deliveries on millions of items.

Does Apple offer any other discounts?

The brand offers additional discounts to school or university students, as well as teaching staff.

You can find out more by visiting Apple’s Education Store.

There's also a trade-in programme and a certified refurbished products page, both of which are packed with opportunities to save.

How much are AirPods?

That depends on the generation you opt for and whether or not you shop during a sale.

Outside of saving events, shoppers can expect to pay £129 for Apple AirPods 4, or £179 when they choose AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.

Models such as AirPods Pro 2 are priced at £229 and AirPods Max, which provide the ultimate over‑ear listening experience, come with a price tag of £499.

During Black Friday, we’ve stumbled across deep discounts on some of the above devices, so it’s worth waiting to shop and save if you can.

What is the difference between AirPods and AirPods Pro?

Shoppers who purchase the latest AirPods can enjoy up to five hours of listening time on one charge, plus up to 30 hours of listening with the USB charging case.

AirPods are also dust, sweat, and splash resistant.

As mentioned above, tech lovers can also purchase the AirPods 4 with Active Noise cancellation.

On the other hand, shoppers who purchase the Pro version will receive a MagSafe Charging Case (USB‑C).

This charging case works with Apple Watch chargers and Qi‑certified chargers.

Those who purchase Apple’s Pro version can enjoy longer battery life and several other handy features.

Do AirPods work with Android?

AirPods work with any Bluetooth-enabled device, which includes most Android, as well as most Windows computers and certain smart TVs.

Although AirPods do work with Android devices, it is worth keeping in mind that you will lose out on several handy features when you use them on non-Apple platforms, such as Siri, ear detection, and customisable double-tap functions.

How to connect AirPods

To connect to an iPhone, first make sure the smartphone is up to date with the latest iOS release.

Once you have the latest iOS, you can follow these simple steps to set up your AirPods:

1. Hold the AirPods in the open charging case close to the iPhone
2. Once you see an animation on your iPhone display tap 'Connect''
3. Follow the setup guide on the iPhone screen for AirPods or AirPods Pro
4. You will need to set up "Hey Siri" on your iPhone if you haven't already done so
5. Once completed, tap 'done'
6. Your AirPods should automatically be set up with any other supported devices logged into iCloud under your Apple ID

How to reset AirPods

To reset your AirPods you can follow the steps below:

1. Close the lid on your charging case and place your AirPods inside
2. Wait 30 seconds before continuing
3. Open the lid on your charging case
4. Go to Settings > Bluetooth on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch and hit the "i" symbol next to your AirPods. (If your AirPods aren't visible in Settings > Bluetooth, skip to the next step)
5. Press Forget This Device and confirm
6. Press and hold the setup button on the back of the case, with the lid open, for around 15 seconds, until the status light flashes amber, then white
7. Reconnect the AirPods by placing them near your smartphone with the lid open
8. Follow the instructions on the screen of your smartphone to complete the re-connection

Are AirPods waterproof?

AirPods have an IPX4 rating, which means they are dust- and splash-resistant.

While this makes them a good fit for gym workouts and surviving being splashed with water, they are not waterproof.

Submerging AirPods in water is likely to break them.

How to clean AirPods

You should be careful when cleaning AirPods. 

Avoid using liquids or cleaning products which may be abrasive or enter part of the earbuds.

Apple recommends a "soft, dry, lint-free cloth" for cleaning the outer casing of AirPods.

For the speaker mesh and microphone, Apple recommends "a dry cotton swab".

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